[ The clerk looks up, and smiles a wrinkly smile to see such a cute fella at her desk. She looks past him and smiles at Gray too, recognizing her as a Shard-Bearer, and gives a little wave.

Gray smiles and bows lightly in return, hoping the little old lady will go easy on Subaru. Gray never intends to use her status to her benefit, but in this case, it won't be such a bad thing if it's for Subaru's benefit. Gray looks back to him and waves his bow away politely. ]

It was no trouble. I'm just glad it wasn't worse.

[ She puts her hand on the doorknob and begins to back out, then pauses. ]

If you like coffee or books, maybe you could stop by the cafe sometime. It's called the Ugly Squid.