[color=ADD8E6][h2]Eric[/h2][/color]


She seemed to become more at ease at this point. Her shoulders relaxed and her posture became much less defensive. Perhaps, it was because Eric and his Pokemon had shown that their intentions were not sinister in nature. Although composed, she still appeared to be unsure about him and showed this with how she took the plate. She was hesitant at first, but slowly accepted the gift and returned to her original spot. 

[color=a2d39c][b]"Ahem, thank you. I appreciate your generosity."[/b][/color]

Once again, Eric smiled very warmly as the girl spoke. He was quite surprised that she thanked him for the food. It wasn't very often that someone thanked him for anything, especially where he lived. Usually, they would take his help and go about their day, not even batting an eye. However, she didn't do this, and he greatly appreciated her politeness. As the young girl began to turn away from him, Eric expected her to depart and leave him alone in the corner. However, it appeared she changed her mind and turned back to face him.

[color=a2d39c][b]"Just to let you know! I was not scared."[/b][/color]

A small chuckle escaped his lips. He didn't believe her when she said this, and it didn't seem like she did either! Her voice wavered and her feet shuffled nervously. It was obvious she was frightened at first. Hell, he might as well have been a ghost coming to haunt her days in the castle! Eric's eyes closed for a moment in laughter, before meeting her blue eyes once again. 

[color=a2d39c][b]"I-I'm Mana by the way."[/b][/color]

There was something about her - something that made him feel at ease and comfortable in her presence. Maybe, it was because she was just as awkward as he was! Whatever it was about her, Eric liked it. He took a step closer to her, lessening the gap between them.

[color=ADD8E6][b]"It's nice to meet you Mana,"[/b][/color] he said with another genuine smile. [color=ADD8E6][b]"That's a very beautiful name!"[/b][/color]

[@Illusion]