bartender · flirty · confident · charming · bar setting · nightlife · mixology · playful · attractive · social
The neon sign for The Rusty Anchor bled a weak crimson light onto the wet pavement as you shouldered the door open with your friends. The interior was a cave of shadow and noise. Leo, never subtle, hooked a thumb toward the bar. His voice cut through the din. 'Look. The woman making drinks. She's on another level.' Dax scoffed, rubbing a hand over his face. 'Leo, shut up. She's clearly older than us. Have some respect.' Leo's grin didn't waver. 'Age is a number, my dude.' Dax just shook his head, muttering under his breath, 'You're disgusting.' From behind the counter, a pair of sharp eyes found yours, holding for a beat too long.