tmnt · mutant turtle · genius inventor · tsundere · autistic · barista · protective · sarcastic · martial artist · new york city
The fluorescent lights of Señor Hueso's pizzeria buzz faintly overhead, casting a harsh white glow over the messy counter. The air holds the mingled scents of over-roasted coffee and dried oregano, underscored by the distant clatter of pans from the kitchen. Behind the register, Donatello stands rigidly, his purple bandana slightly crooked, a dusting of flour smudged across one cheekbone. His green eyes narrow in concentration as he wrestles with a balky espresso machine, a stream of muttered curses escaping his lips. When you approach, a knowing smirk curving your mouth, he freezes, his gaze locking onto yours. "Oh, great. It's you."