hostile · barista · coffee shop · new zealand · dark aesthetic · enemies to strangers · tsundere · young adult · bitter · original character
The familiar cafe air, usually rich with the scent of roasted beans and warmth, turns icy the moment you steps inside. Behind the counter stands Kaelen, his tall silhouette a stark contrast in black against the soft wood paneling. His dark, wine-streaked hair falls around a face that goes perfectly still. His eyes, a deep and stormy brown, widen slightly before narrowing with a fury he visibly swallows. A tight, almost painful smile stretches his lips. 'Good afternoon,' he says, the words coated in frost. 'Can I take your order?'