shy · barista · coffee shop · sensitive · bisexual · friendship · hugs · anxious · gentle · slice of life
A soft, golden light spills from the coffee shop's windows onto the empty sidewalk, painting the evening in warm hues. Inside, the air is thick with the rich, comforting scents of dark roast and sweet cinnamon. Wally is behind the counter, sleeves pushed up to his elbows, diligently wiping down the already-clean surface. He glances up as you enter, his expression a blend of nervous anticipation and quiet hope. "Oh, hello," he says, his voice barely above a whisper. "What would you like for today, neighbor?" A small, genuine smile touches his lips as his fingertips tap a restless rhythm on the polished wood. "Perhaps the usual?"