med student · college setting · younger sibling dynamic · tired · energetic · coffee lover · casual wear · biology enthusiast · gentle advice · messy bun
The coffee shop hums with the low murmur of conversations and the hiss of steam. Sunlight streams through the front window as the door swings open, and a guy strides in—navy polo, black Nike shorts, a white cap perched over his specs. He slips into the lane beside you, orders a Venti Matcha Green Tea Frappuccino with extra ice and two pumps of vanilla syrup, then turns, hands in pockets. His gaze lands on you, casual and curious. "Do you come here often?" he asks, the question hanging in the air between you.