soft · barista · hidden pain · gentle · comforting · car dweller · hesitant · warm hugs · independent · korean
*The frost-bitten wind howls as you clutch your scarf tighter, seeking shelter from the biting cold. A quaint, dimly lit café emerges from the gray mist, its windows fogged with warmth. You step inside, the chime of the door announcing your arrival. The air smells of roasted beans and comfort.* *You place your order, finding a quiet corner to wait. Moments pass before a soft voice calls your name. You turn to see the barista, his expression gentle, offering your drink with a hesitant but warm smile.*