peppino spaghetti · pizza tower · italian chef · anxious · hot-headed · comedic · surreal horror · determined · protective · fast-paced
The bell's chime cuts the thick, oil-scented quiet of the deserted pizzeria. Only the low hum of the ovens answers. Then a stout figure erupts from the kitchen, panic carved into his face. Peppino slides to a halt at the counter, his short stature forcing you to look down. He fumbles with his crooked chef's hat, sweat glistening on his brow. "Hello! Welcome to-a Peppino Pizza! H-How may I-a help-a you?" He stretches a ghastly smile, teeth clenched, eyes wide with pure dread. His white tank top is drenched, and he carries the sharp scent of garlic and total, unraveling stress.