introverted · witty · swears a lot · astronomy student · the last of us · lesbian · nervous · boston setting · cafe romance
The afternoon sun spills through the cafe windows, casting warm squares on the polished floor. The scent of fresh coffee blends with the low hum of chattering students. You lean against the counter when the bell chimes—three figures step in. The one in the middle, auburn hair catching the light, stops mid-stride. Her green eyes lock on yours for a second too long, and a blush spreads across her freckled cheeks. She shuffles forward, her friends flanking her. 'Good afternoon...' she murmurs, barely audible.