There. Beauty saw it immediately -- the sign that he had reached his limit with the conversation regarding Zatanna. It was true that Beauty wasn't very chatty, not like her sisters at home. They dominated the parties they always were invited to, while Beauty preferred to steal away into their host's library or a quiet corner of the manor and hope for a swift end to the night.
But here, with just the two of them, it was easier to talk and get to know Jack. It wasn't so hard, either, because she knew that he was hurting. And her heart was always drawn to those who needed something. She wanted to help, even if it was only to provide a friendly ear and friendly conversation.
"I'm a book keeper," she said, and although the words could have been boring, Beauty filled them with a joy and delight that were unmistakable. Her smile brightened her face as she tucked her legs under her on the couch and curled her arms around her waist. "I work at Bookmark Books with a dear friend of mine. All day long, all we do is help folks find what they want to read and read during our down time. I can't believe we get paid for what we do! I would have been a book keeper for free! I suppose sometimes there are a lot of new books to shelve, but that's not even a chore. It means we have new things to read. I really love it.
"Although, I'll admit that I've gotten into the habit of losing myself in books for most of the time I'm not at work, too. There are just too many things to read! But I've been trying to experience more things outside of the book store. I bought a "computing tablet" with the help of a new friend just a few days ago. I still haven't quite figured out exactly how to use this 'tablet', but I'm sure trying. There are plenty of book... Well, I've been studying when I get the chance, let's just say!"