The soft hum of the espresso machine filled the cozy coffee shop, blending the faint chatter of customers and the occasional clinking of cups. The scent of roasted beans and caramel syrup lingered in the air — the kind of aroma that made the people stay a little longer than they planned.
Sa likod ng counter, hindi si Nylah ang nakatayo kundi si Nadeen Laurent. Nakatupi ang sleeves nito, her long hair tied into a neat ponytail. She looked perfectly at ease as she poured steamed milk into a cup, drawing a simple heart on the foam.
Mula ng tumira siya sa apartment kasama ang Ate niya at si Evron, tinuturuan na siya nito kung paano gumawa ng kape.
And it was already her fifth attempt that morning, but she was proud— she was getting the hang of it. Mabuti na lang at matalino siya, madali n
