Charmaine's POV
I dragged myself out of bed, still feeling the weight of my emotions from the previous day. But I knew I had to shake it off, at least for a few hours. I had a shift at the coffee shop, and I couldn't let my personal life affect my work. I got dressed, grabbed a quick breakfast, and headed out the door.
The coffee shop was already bustling with activity when I arrived. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air, and the sound of chatter and clinking cups created a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I clocked in, exchanged a brief hello with my coworkers, and got to work. The morning rush was in full swing, and we were slammed with orders. I moved efficiently, juggling multiple tasks at once as I worked to keep up with the demand.
The line of customers stretched out th
