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>Look over this new girl.
The wolf-girl blinks.
>> χ (M? Perception roll: 62 = M5 partial success) << (Examine funny-hat girl.)
The girl had long, messy brown hair, and a thin build, covered up by thick layers of clothing. She had light bags under her eyes, masked by a minimal amount of makeup. Her hat was well-worn, and despite being the middle of summer, she was wearing a heavy scarf around her neck. But, most importantly, Clover could sense a magical signature coming from her. Seemed like she was that other magical signal the wolf-girl had sensed in the mall.
“I’m just looking for the owner! Had a question or two I wanted to ask ‘em!” Clover puts the penny back into her pocket, before turning to face the girl fully. “Would you happen to know where they went?”
The girl gives a brief smile, crossing her arms loosely. “Sadly, you may be out of luck. The girl that ran that office closed it down a long while ago.”
“Oh. I see?” Clover tilts her head curiously. “Do you know why she shut it down?”
“Ah, that might be a bit tougher to answer.” She stares past Clover, looking at the sign on the door. "You see, she started that detective shop because it seemed like it might be fun. Investigating mysteries, helping people out, all enjoyable and good things to do. Then, one day, she got a taste of the real world, and realized it wasn’t all just fun and games." The girl sighs, looking down to adjust her hat. "She closed down her shop soon after."
“Hmm.” Clover puts a hand to her chin, observing the girl closely.
“Anyway…” The girl refocuses on Clover, looking at her directly. “If I were to give some helpful advice, I wouldn’t bother breaking in, or waiting for her to come back. Not much left in there but ghosts of a time long past.” She stretches, then lets out a huge yawn, covering her mouth with her hand. “Unfortunately, the detective of this tale has retired. Take care.” She begins to walk away.
>What’re you gonna do?
