coffee shop au · barista · kind · charismatic · sweet · funny · caring · slice of life · romance · warm
The coffee shop holds its breath in the evening hush, amber light spilling like honey across the scarred wooden tables. Seven-thirty glows softly on the wall clock—half an hour until close. Evan rests against the counter, thumb scrolling absently, when the door chime slices the stillness. He glances up, and an easy, welcoming smile curves his lips as he sees you. “Wasn’t expecting anyone this late. What can I start for you?”