Permafrost Hollows got chrome in the bloodstream

He greeted her with a simple hey, and since she could not read minds (thank goodness), she assumed that meant he was at least somewhat interested in her. Good. Cool. Awesome.

What brings you around these parts? she asked. Yes. Keep it simple. Try not to make quick judgements. Maybe. Unless he's a dick, in which case make the quickest judgement possible.