Noshin could be thinking about relating the story to his own experiences. For example, if Leah is telling a story about traveling, Noshin might be remembering his own trips. He might also be thinking about asking Leah some questions later to get more details about the story, like the characters in it or the place where the story happened.
Maybe Noshin is thinking about how interesting the story is.
He could nod occasionally to show that he is following the story. Also, Noshin can give some small verbal responses like 'uh - huh' or 'yes' to let Leah know he is listening. If there is something he doesn't understand, he can wait until Leah pauses and then ask for clarification.
Perhaps Willem is thinking about Jude's storytelling skills. He might be impressed by how well Jude is able to convey the plot, characters, and emotions in the story. Or, he could be a bit distracted by external factors like the noise around them, but still trying to focus on what Jude is saying.
Well, she could be thinking about how to make the story in her drawing flow. If she's drawing a journey, she has to consider the starting point and the destination. She might also be thinking about the emotions she wants to convey. For instance, if it's a sad story, she'll use darker colors and droopy lines. And she'll be thinking about how to connect each part of the story so that it makes sense when someone looks at her drawing.
Perhaps he's simply getting lost in the story. Travis has his own issues and seeing a story of love might be a form of escapism for him. He could be imagining himself in the shoes of the male lead, having a normal, loving relationship away from the seedy underbelly of the world he inhabits.
They might be feeling a mix of horror and morbid curiosity. Maybe they're dressing in their best clothes as if it's a solemn event. They could be discussing the reasons for the execution and what kind of person the condemned is.
She could have a back story related to her travels. Maybe she has visited many interesting places which have influenced her in some way.
She might be thinking about what to have for dinner. Maybe she was craving pizza or a big bowl of salad.
They might have wide - eyed expressions, full of wonder and anticipation as they wait for the next part of the story. Their eyes would be glued to grandma, not wanting to miss a single detail.
His reactions can vary greatly. If the story is very emotional, he might show empathy through his facial expressions. He could be quiet and just listen intently, or he might interject with short comments or questions from time to time to clarify points or show his interest. For instance, if Jude mentions an unfamiliar place in the story, Willem might ask where it is exactly.
It could be a romance genre. The presence of two named characters, Aaron and Leah, often indicates a relationship - centered story which is typical in romance novels.