Larksong Grotto and walkin's what they'll do

Her greeting seemed to incite a friendly demeanor from the stranger, one that gave Isabella a sense of relief. So this person seemed to be safe, not a danger to her, nor her travels, it appeared. His distance, too, was a good sign. He did not seem the type to over-step, and Isabella appreciated it. I just wanted to say hello, she answered. Considering you seem to be tracking me. But her tone wasn't at all accusing: her words were accompanied by a soft laugh.


I don't know what that word means--skŭpa--what is that? Her native language was English, and English alone. Aside from the brief tongues that she heard from her mother when she was frustrated. She hoped that this strange word meant something good--it seemed to, with the way the stranger behaved. It is a word from your mother tongue, I assume? Or would it be rude to assume? She hoped not.