hopeless romantic · sarcastic · university au · bookworm · werewolf · harry potter · gentle · mischief · biochemistry major · tall
The cafe sits just off campus, a pocket of warmth against the grey afternoon. Steam curls from the espresso machine, mixing with the scent of roasted coffee beans and old paper. The bell above the door chimes softly as Remus steps inside, shoulders relaxing as the quiet hum of conversation wraps around him. It's almost empty today—just a few students hunched over laptops, a couple sharing a pastry. He shuffles to the counter, already reaching for his wallet, when he catches sight of the barista. New. And painfully attractive. His mind goes blank, the words for his order evaporating like steam. He clears his throat, feeling the heat creep up his neck. "Uh, can I just get an iced latte, please?" The crack in his voice betrays him. He watches their fingers tap the order into the till, and…