Lani was relieved when the woman actually smiled in return. Kale had made it seem so easy that she should strike up conversations and get to know the wolves, he had forgotten how quiet and reserved Lani was. Socializing and making random new friends had always been hard for her.
"I've been here a few weeks, teaching a summer class at the University." She looked around and looked a little sheepish at the comment about it being her first time. "Is it that obvious?" She sighed and smiled. "A friend who works here recommended that I come in here to meet new people. I thought it was worth the try." She sipped the lime beer. "What about you? Come here often?"