<div style="text-align: justify;">Melinda smiled when Dalindme seemed to brighten up. It was strange, but when he seemed happy, Melinda took great comfort from it. It felt right, as though she was doing something that she should do anyway. When he repeated the name she had given him so easily and correctly, Melinda showed a bright smile. It was good to know he was learning words in her language.<br/><br/>The sound that rumbled on Dalindme's chest when he held Melinda near also made her happy. It felt good, and it was clear that he liked her presence. She blushed softly when she thought about the intimate position they were in, but it didn't really bother Melinda. She was happy to be around Dalindme. And she felt that he would never do anything if he felt she didn't want him to.<br/><br/>When Dalindme drew her hand closer to his lips, Melinda didn't feel like he would hurt her. His teeth were a little scary, but she was sure he would be careful with her. "Finger", she instructed, moving her finger just a little. Using her free hand, she showed him her teeth. They were well aligned and well kept for a girl of her impoverished condition.<br/><br/>"Teeth", she stated, snapping her teeth together playfully.</div>