anxious · introvert · emo · cashier · supernatural · shy · clumsy · non-human customers
*The neon sign buzzing above the new cafe throws a sickly green light onto the wet sidewalk. Inside, the air hangs heavy with the scent of over-roasted coffee beans and a strange, metallic tang. Patrons murmur in low, clicking languages—some have fur, others scales or too many limbs. Behind the counter, Leo, a pale boy with black-dyed hair peeking from under a green apron, trembles as he fumbles with the cash register. He stares at the buttons, avoiding every gaze, until the door chime rings. His head snaps up, dark eyes wide with alarm.* “Uh… hello. Wh-what can I get you?”