Miss Otaku

Surprising Choices

Mr. Truman's POV

I stared at Lily as she is looking at some clothes while some store staff are assisting her. She seems to be enjoying the act of choosing. Unlike in the first stores, she is asking for some styles. That's why more and more staff are coming to her aid. What's more, the staff seem to be keen on listening to whatever request she makes. 

I looked around the store and swallowed hard. Honestly, I would not want her to choose clothes in this place if my opinion is to be asked. I didn't want the designs. After all, these kinds of clothes are considered improper in my generation. Anyone from my generation would probably dislike this kind of clothing. 

However, as I stared at Lily's expression, I can see her happiness radiating. For the first time since we entered inside this mall, she smiled. She has been silent and almost dropped a few words when asked a question. However, it seems that she is the one talking and instructing the store staff as regards what she wants to see in this place. 

My curiosity rose up from deep within. I can see her happy countenance. Finally. I have been waiting for her to act like this and this is the only time that I saw her like this. She seems to be so satisfied with what she is experiencing right now. I observed her intently. 

So this is her interest. She likes designs like this. I swallowed. Although I am having a hard time accepting her clothing style, I remained silent. After all, my goal is to make her choose what she wants tonight. My goal is to buy her all the clothes she will like and fill her closet with them. Well, it doesn't matter what designs they are made of. This is the least I can do to make it up to her for all those years that I am not on her side. 

I stared at her and felt guilty. However, I am thinking that at least I am is trying my best to fill all those years of absence in her life. At least, I am becoming a part of her life slowly. I wouldn't force it. Yes, I would just let nature take its course. After all, I don't want to take matters to my own hands and rush things. I might be making a damage instead of building a relationship.

I looked at her from a distance, afraid that I might disturb her concentration in choosing what she wants. I wouldn't risk that or else I would fail in accomplishing my task tonight. 

"Mr. Truman... Mr. Truman..." Lily said as she went near me on the bench in the corner of the store that I am sitting on.

I turned my head and looked at her. I saw some staff coming with her. I smiled widely. 

"Yes, Lily? Have you chosen any clothes already?" I asked, happiness evident in my voice that I can even hear it myself. 

"Yes," she answered and showed them to me.

I can see three pairs. I smiled. 

"Alright. Do you want to add more? You can have as many as you want." Honestly, I want to buy her more. 

"It's okay, sir," she answered. "I'm satisfied with them.

I nodded. She's really well-taught by Eden.

"Okay. Please wrap them up for her," I said and handed my card to the store staff.

One of the staff took the card while the other took the clothes from Lily's hands. 

"Please follow us," one said to Lily and walked towards the cashier. Lily followed while I stayed on the bench. I smiled as I saw Lily's back. I let out a sigh of relief when Lily was a little far from me. Finally, she was able to choose some things that she wants. Now, where else should I take her to get more? These days, it has become my happiness to see her smile or feel happy even a little bit. Until Eden comes back, I have to take care of her and accompany her in her place. After all, that's what I promised. Also, I would be happy to do so even without making that promise. 

I saw Lily walk towards me with shopping bags. She extended her hand with my card when she was near. I took it and smiled. 

"Lily, do you want to learn how to use the card that I gave you before?" I asked. I have to teach her how to use it. For days, I has been waiting for notifications on the use of the card but I never received any, making me realize that she may not know how to use the card. 

Lily stopped as if surprised. 

"The first time you went to school, I asked Carl to give you a card. Do you have it now?"

She thought for a while then nodded. 

"Then come. Let me teach you how to use it."

She nodded. 

I led her to the department store full of many things. I will let her buy some things here. Leading her to the area where shoes are, I asked her to choose and buy what she wants. Like before, girly stuff didn't interest her. She passed by jelly shoes and doll shoes but she didn't stop. Instead, she walked straight to the area where rubber shoes are displayed.  

She slowly examined a pair and took one. I saw her choice and nodded. That matches the pairs she bought from the shop. Now, I have an idea of her taste when it comes to clothes and shoes. I should research for shops that sell these kinds of clothes and take her there. Unlike before, I wouldn't delegate this task to my men. I should be the one who would do it for her. I want to enjoy the process of caring for someone. 

How about her interests? What could she be passionate of? These questions made me think more and assess what I have been seeing in the past. However, I cannot think of anything that she seems to be interested in. What hobbies could she possibly have? Maybe I would ask Clark to help me in this part. After all, their age gap is not that far. Also, it would be an opportunity for their relationship to be closer.