rapt contemplation

[snowwhite_chaos]

Now that the holidays have been winding down, it seems like the snow has been piling up. Outside, the wind howls bitterly, and though Kevin would usually prefer to be out there than in here, even he has retreated to the warmth of the library hearth

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[snowwhite_chaos]

He glances up at her. There's no recognition on his face; he hasn't met her before, or any of her family.

"Nothing, ma'am."

[snowwhite_chaos]

He takes her hand, and shakes it gingerly. She's rather old- he feels as though his grip might hurt her.

"Kevin."

[snowwhite_chaos]

"It is. I think that it should be getting warmer soon, though."

Hopefully.

[snowwhite_chaos]

"An hour or so. It's not a hardship. I'm very comfortable like this."

Enjoying the peace and quiet.

[snowwhite_chaos]

"I did. There were friends to spend it with."