(There are good people here, Gwendolyn reminds herself. People who actually care about her...enough to save her from her shadow, at least. That was painful and embarrassing, but it's...done quite a bit for the girl. Does she still have many things to get used to? Absolutely. But having a circle of people she can rely on makes things so much better.

However, Gwen hadn't expected Rise Kujikawa to be among that circle of friends. The Real Risette! In person! And talking to her directly! Poor Rise might recognize the look of awe in the girl's face as she's stunned to silence for a few seconds before eventually composing herself, sheepishly ducking her head down.)

F-forgive me for staring; I'm...I'm a fan of your music. You're so talented and beautiful...

(God damn it Gwen, keep it together. Breathe a little.)

My name is Gwendolyn.