[Pica visibly startles at being approached and slams her book shut, bringing it defensively to her chest. Even she realizes it's just a kid, not a lizard or some commanding adult, her guard is still up. It's clear by how she looks at him.
... but then she sees what he's offering. Pica hates to admit it, but she's curious. She looks at the book he's holding out, then back at him.]
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... but then she sees what he's offering. Pica hates to admit it, but she's curious. She looks at the book he's holding out, then back at him.]
Can you read...?