The next day, we went back to the mall. Xander led me into a lingerie shop first, where a woman eagerly offered to take my measurements. I flinched into Xander's arms, and he wrapped his arms around me tightly.
Alexander: It's fine, my love, she won't hurt you. She just wants to take measurements to get you the right size… it'll save you time.
Evangeline: I don't like being touched by strangers…
He sighed softly and reached for the measuring tape. He wrapped it around my body and gave the measurements to the saleswoman. She looked at me curiously, as if I were some kind of freak show. Alexander looked up and stared intently at her. She lowered her eyes, blushing with embarrassment.
Alexander: Do you have a problem with my Luna not liking being touched by strangers?
Saleswoman: I… sorr
