Thanks for the share of you write-up @kitsunesama. Somehow, the story is mind-boggling. Anyway, I will try to share my thoughts about it.

I can immediately relate that there are times that when two people meet, there is a sense of indifference. You prejudge the person immediately without scrutinizing them. By not having a cue for opening a good communication, the end result is awkwardness. I think I have encountered such scenarios before but fortunately, with the help of my profession, I was able to hone my skills in communicating effectively.

The story is also set up in an alternate world. Looks like a world living side by side with other living things from the universe. I find it very odd at first but eventually, I learned that the plot is not conventional. I also find it very interesting.

God bless you and I hope to read more of your works to come.