Bada Lee One shots

Between Pages

Part 2 of the Bookstore Encounter

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The lingering memory of the interaction at the bookstore had created an amazing buzz of expectation in your imagination. The thought of returning to the charming shop and potentially starting up a conversation with Bada stayed in your mind like an unfinished story awaiting its next chapter.

The days passed, each one marked by a recurring memory of the vivacious librarian you'd met. The possibility of another encounter gave you an unexplainable rush.

You were strolling through the streets on a lovely Saturday morning, the bookstore calling to you like a siren's song. As you walked in, the bell above the door tinkled, and you were met by the familiar aroma of paper and ink.

Bada was sat behind the checkout counter, surrounded by a stack of books. As the bell rang, she looked up, her eyes brightening with recognition.

"Hey there! Back for more literary adventures?" She chimed in with a smile.

You couldn't help but smile back, feeling a rush of warmth at the familiar banter. "Couldn't resist the charm of this place," you admitted as you browsed the shelves.

You caught glimpses of Bada fluttering about, assisting other customers, while you wandered the aisles, picking up a few titles that caught your eye. She seemed to have an infinite supply of energy and passion, making the bookstore feel like a paradise.

Bada eventually greeted you with a friendly look as you reached the checkout counter. "Finding some hidden gems?"

"Absolutely," you said as you slid the books across the counter. "Although, I must say, the real treasure here is the librarian."

As she chuckled, Bada's cheeks flushed with a rosy tinge. "Flattery will get you everywhere, but it won't help with your total."

The casual banter and relaxed rapport made the conversation flow naturally. A bond seemed to form between you both among book recommendations and shared experiences about favourite writers.

As you said your goodbyes and exited the store, the possibility of a growing friendship stayed in your mind, making you excited for the next chapter of this unexpected story.

Days stretched into weeks, and your trips to the bookstore became a much-anticipated ritual. Every interaction with Bada was tinged with the same warmth and shared love of reading.

Bada approached you with a sly glitter in her eye one exceptionally brisk afternoon as you stood perusing the shelves.

"Guess what?" she taunted, a sly smirk on her lips.

You raised an eyebrow, curious about her sudden excitement. "What's up?"

"I found this," she said, handing you a weathered, dog-eared copy of a romance novel—the same one you'd struggled to reach on your first meeting.

As you examined the book, your eyes widened in amazement. "You remembered?"

Bada nodded, her face beaming with real happiness. "I thought it would be wonderful for you to finally have it after looking for it for so long."