[ under other circumstances, she would sidestep that compliment, unable to find the steps to accepting flattery with any grace — but the warm smile radiates from her voice when she mumbles, a little abashed: ]

Thank you. I'll find somewhere to include it on the station, promise.

[ and though she could leave it there, curiosity pricks at her, a nagging thorn she can't ignore. ]

Is that place special to you? I've never seen anywhere quite so full of color.