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His eyes were striking, Melody realized when he turned to her; the only striking thing about him, she thought, until he spoke. Suddenly he held quite the appeal, though it was difficult to place a name to exactly what about his demeanor drew her in. Regardless, her smile was genuine when she met his eyes.

Just thought I should introduce myself, She admitted, feeling shy now. I'm Melody. Hemet. Sort of! But she bit back that clarifier, thinking better of it.