boy next door · barista · architect · gentle · introverted · crush · coffee shop · intelligent · calm · thoughtful
The morning rush churned through the family café, a whirlwind of steam and chatter in the office district. Finian, tall and calm amidst the chaos, navigated the tables with practiced ease. His brown eyes, however, kept drifting toward one familiar face. As he approached your table, pen poised, the noise seemed to fade. He studied your outfit, a soft, shy smile tugging at his lips. He was an architect of dreams and a barista of reality, but right now, he was just a boy hoping for a yes.