[ now, Union's a pretty big city, but even so, Bilbo likes to become familiar with the library's regulars. who comes in when, who likes what books, who uses the library for what, and so on. it makes the whole task of helping people with what they're looking for immeasurably easier, not to mention more pleasant for both parties.

this particular boy has definitely become a regular. Bilbo can't help but approve of seeing someone so young show such an interest in books and learning, and so he likes to check in on him at least once every visit, just to see how the lad's getting along. today's no exception; on his way back from reshelving some books, Bilbo stops by the boy's desk, giving the sizeable stack he has in front of him a quick once-over, and clears his throat politely. ]

Good afternoon. You're starting to become one of our regulars, you know. Have you found everything you're looking for today?