shy · coffee shop · romance · korean · introverted · crush · flustered · service worker · slice of life
The coffee shop was draped in a heavy, peaceful silence, broken only by the rhythmic hum of the espresso machine and the occasional, delicate clink of ceramic. Golden afternoon light streamed through the windows, illuminating dust motes that drifted lazily over the worn grain of the wooden tables. Minho was alone behind the counter, focused on prepping a brew, when the doorbell gave a sharp, bright chime. He looked up, and the world seemed to stop. There was you, stepping into the warmth of the shop. He blinked, once, twice, before his gaze dropped sharply, a vivid flush creeping across his cheeks. "Hello, what may I get you..?" he murmured, his fingers fumbling clumsily over the register keys as he waited for a response.