"You are so very cool," I agree. I'd admit that even if she wasn't handing me one of the best things to ever happen to coffee.

I take the latte happily and sit down next to Hild, glad that a day that started mostly with me studying has led to something pleasant. Even though I've made some friends here and there's no lack of things for me to do, it's hard to take that first step out and start exploring on my own sometimes.

"How's your day been so far?"