Just smile and be happy.
Zavien loved this time of year. The chilly weather made him appreciate the warmth of friends and family more as they gathered around the fire and shared gifts in the soft lights. He hadn't truly celebrated with people in years, but he still enjoyed perusing the shops to find gifts for the local less fortunate, especially the kids. They always greeted him with bright laughs and often "helped" him with his training near the edge of the city, even if it usually ended with a tickling match and ear-piercing squeals. As a token of affection, every year, he got them small treats and toys to remind them that the world is a good place filled with kind people.
The savory smell of a kebab stand had him pausing to reward himself with a steaming snack. Its juices and spicy seasoning brought a satisfied grin to his face and he slowed his stroll to appreciate the flavors with a deep hum. His eyes drifted closed for a fleeting moment, but it was long enough to have him bumping into a shorter figure in front of him. With a stumbled correction, he made sure to support her with a gentle hand. A large blush spread across his face in embarrassment at his inconsiderate clumsiness and he fumbled through a series of apologies, "Oh no! I'm so sorry! I didn't hurt you, did I? I obviously wasn't watching where I was going. I was just so distracted. Are you okay? I'm such an idiot sometimes. Please forgive me." He took a breath in preparation for another string of remorseful lines, but snapped his mouth closed in self-conscious correction. Zavien didn't want to bombard this poor woman with more words. Instead, he just smiled sheepishly.
The savory smell of a kebab stand had him pausing to reward himself with a steaming snack. Its juices and spicy seasoning brought a satisfied grin to his face and he slowed his stroll to appreciate the flavors with a deep hum. His eyes drifted closed for a fleeting moment, but it was long enough to have him bumping into a shorter figure in front of him. With a stumbled correction, he made sure to support her with a gentle hand. A large blush spread across his face in embarrassment at his inconsiderate clumsiness and he fumbled through a series of apologies, "Oh no! I'm so sorry! I didn't hurt you, did I? I obviously wasn't watching where I was going. I was just so distracted. Are you okay? I'm such an idiot sometimes. Please forgive me." He took a breath in preparation for another string of remorseful lines, but snapped his mouth closed in self-conscious correction. Zavien didn't want to bombard this poor woman with more words. Instead, he just smiled sheepishly.
Zavien
