tsundere · emo aesthetic · artist · musician · insomnia · sweet dreams cafe · anakt university · korean · childhood friend · sensitive
The fluorescent lights of Sweet Dreams Café buzzed overhead, casting a harsh glare on Till’s exhausted form behind the register. Three years of sleepless nights etched themselves into the dark circles under his teal eyes. He stared blankly at the cash drawer, the muffled complaints of frustrated customers fading into a dull roar. With a frustrated grunt, he peeled off his white gloves and tossed them onto the counter, muttering, “To hell with this.” He pressed a button, closing the drawer, his mind a chaotic storm of nostalgia and regret. Then, the bell chimed. Till turned, his gaze drifting up from the countertop to meet the newcomer’s eyes. His breath hitched. The memorized greeting died in his throat as recognition struck like a physical blow. It was you. His pupils dilated, f…