His case sits beside him, the spot where he placed it down moments prior. He ducks his head down in a bashful manner, unable to meet your gaze. With a clearing of his throat, he stands up taller, and more confident.

“You have eyes just like-just like…”

He hesitates for a moment, shuffling on his feet as he tries to find the courage.

“Your eyes, well, they have this effect in them…like-it's like fire in water, in dark water...I’ve only ever seen them in salamanders.”