There She Is; a Timmies love story (Shorter Version)

The Cold Brew That Started It All

All I want is for her to notice me. Everyday, I notice her order her regular breakfast meal. Everyday, I'm too chicken to talk to her, or even take her order. Of course, I do all of this in my head. Hi, I'm Charlie. Before you order I wanted to say I really like your boots. By the way, would you like to get coffee together sometime? I'll give you my number... Ding! The door chimes go off. There she is.

I sprint to the back to find everyone in the back gossiping. I run up to them, almost slipping on spilled coffee. "Are you guys really gossiping right now? We have customers!" They all groan. I'm too nervous to talk to her right now, so they have to get moving. "Come on! Carlos, can you get orders?" Carlos gives me a knowing grin. "She's here, Isn't she?" I glare at him to shut up but he's already caught everyone's attention. "Who's here?" "Charlie's got a girlfriend!" I can see her waiting patiently for someone to take her order. I beg someone else to take her order but they refuse, thanks to Carlos. "She'll never know who you are if she never sees you!" I sigh. "But what if she's straight? She might not even be into women!" Carlos shrugs. "There's only one way to find out!"

"Hey! Sorry for the wait, what can I get for you?" I can't look at her directly. She smiles her warm smile and I feel myself blushing hard. "No worries! I'll have a sesame seed bagel and-" I interrupt her awkwardly. "And a medium Iced Capp, right?" She smiles. "How did you know? I'm sure you've never served me before..." Oops. "Oh uh- the employees tell each other regular orders so we're always prepared?" My voice went up at the end, making my excuse sound like a question. She laughs. "Actually, I'll try something new. How about a medium cold brew? I hear those are amazing!" I nod, they really are.

I turn to give her the food, but I freeze. She looks at me concerningly. "Is something wrong?" I shake my head. "Sorry, but uh- I never got your name?" Oh no. Am I coming on too strong? I look into her eyes and somehow, her eyes tell me that she... likes me? She speaks. "I'm Malia! May I ask what your name is?" I freeze, and my brain goes on autopilot mode. "I'm Charlie. It's great to finally meet you."She looks a little confused, but she laughs. "Well, it's great to meet you too, Charlie. May I give you my number? If you don't mind." I'm frozen with shock. "Y- yeah! Of course!" I give her the order and my phone. She types in her number quickly and walks out. Wow. Ding! I look down at my phone to see a message.

Hey! It's Malia. How about we go out for coffee tonight, 7:00? I hope you like Cold Brews!