Chapter Two: the mysterious customs
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The cafe was already busy by Eight o’clock. The aroma of Freshly brewed coffee filled the air as customers came and went, each in a hurry to begin their duty.
Amara tied her apron and forced a smile.
“Good morning. Welcome to sunrise cafe.”
She greeted every customer warmly, even though exhaustion tugged at her body,
She had learned long ago that no matter how difficult life became, kindness cost nothing
Just as she finished serving a table, the glass door opened. A tall man stepped inside.
It was him.
The stranger she had noticed outside the cafe the previous morning. He was dressed, simply in a navy blue shirt and black trousers.
Nothing about him screamed wealth, yet there was a quiet Confidence in the way he carried himself.
He looked around before his eyes settled on Amara. For a brief moment, neither of them spoke, then he smiled.
Good morning.”
Amara smiled politely.
Good morning, sir. What would you like to order?
“ A cup of cappuccino and a chicken sandwich please.”
“I’ll bring it right away.”
As she turned to leave, another waiter accidentally bumped into her.
The tray in her hands slipped.
The hot coffee tilted toward the floor.
Before it could spill everywhere, a strong hand reached out and steadied the tray
“You’ve got it,” the stranger said.
Their hands brushed for a second.
“Thank you.” Amara said, her cheeks growing warm.
“ You seem like someone who carries the weight of the world on your shoulders
He said gently.
She laughed awkwardly.
“ Maybe I do.”
“ you shouldn’t carry it Alone
Those simple words touched a place in her heart she had hidden from everyone.
A few minutes later, he finished his breakfast and walked to the counter
“ my name is Ethan
“Amara.”
It’s nice to meet you. Amara.”
“ You too.”
Before Leaving, Ethan placed some money on the counter.
“Keep the change.”
Amara frowned.
…sir this is too much.”
…I know
He smiled and walked out before she could stop him.
Curious, she looked through the cafe window and watched him get into a luxurious black car stop suddenly.
The driver quickly opened the door for him.
Amara’s eyes widened.
“Who exactly is Ethan?”
She had no idea that the answer to that question would change her life forever.
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To be continued ✍🏻✍🏻✍🏻
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