The Moon and His Sun

6

I am up bright and early before the group once again. Last night was a lot of fun. We watched two episodes of our show and it was such a rollercoaster since they implemented new ideas into the show. It caught us all off guard and really grabbed our attention. We couldn't just stop at one episode so we watched the second. We probably would've watched a third if it weren't for how late it was.

This morning I'm feeling sleepy so I want to go back to the coffee place again since it opens early, it's not even seven yet but I'd rather check my emails there because I'll be able to sit at a table instead of on the floor with a cardboard box table. I decide to leave a note for the girls just in case they wake up before I get back (which I highly doubt that they'll be up before nine thirty or so.

After yesterday I decide on a more inconspicuous outfit consisting of a black button up, black loose pants with side slits, my black and white Nike low dunks with a blue swoosh accent, a black knitted cardigan with a hood, as well as a black cap, some sunnies and a black mask to finish up my incognito look. I grab my tote bag with my laptop in it and head off.

The morning is nice and the sun is painting the sky with colours of pinks blending into blue which makes me smile. I love a good sunrise and sunset. I come across the familiar area and I look for the familiar sign. I almost miss it again, but it always catches my eye just right. The sign on the door says open so it's nice to know that I was right about the hours since it seems to be open at odd and possibly irregular hours. I climb the concrete stairs and notice William or I guess Liam, not sure what he prefers, watering a plant near the counter.

"아, 안녕하세요" He greets before looking up. His voice sounds deeper when he speaks Korean.

I look at the pastries and try to decide which one I want today. Honestly the orange zest scone with powdered sugar is calling my name today. I think I want to do a matcha today as well, but I'm wondering if he'll make me a custom one again.

He asks me something in Korean, but I wasn't paying attention.

"응?" I ask turning to face him. He leans forward squinting his eyes before realization dawns on him

"Aurelia? I didn't even realize it was you!" He arches his eyebrows. I'm not surprised to be honest. I tucked up my hair, am loosely wearing my hood on my head, and I am still wearing my face mask. The only thing he'd be able to recognize me by would be my eyes since I took my sunnies off. Glad to know the disguise is working. I'm pleasantly surprised by his sudden cheerfulness realizing it's me and it makes me feel happy because it truly feels like I've made a new friend. "What's with the getup?" He asks looking at me.

I let out a sigh, "It's not a long story, but I'll have to tell you later." We chat a bit and I remove my hood and mask since the cafe is empty this morning, I do leave my cap on though just in case. He offers to make a matcha to match the citrus scone I chose and I agree intrigued what he'll come up with. I ask for the Wi-Fi password and set up camp by the window. Liam brings over my matcha and scone and I see a dried orange slide floating on the surface of the matcha. He spins the chair backwards and sits down with arms crossed over the back.

Moment of truth, I take a sip of the matcha and my eyes go wide. The matcha is delicious with sweet citrus flavors and a creamy base. The scone is the right amount of sweetness and pairs perfectly. William is definitely happy with my reaction. We chat while I go through my emails and it's nice to have someone to chat with this early. I hear the door open and we turn to look at the visitor.

"Ah, 형 호!" He greets him with a wave and smile. Our eyes meet and I look away. I look at the time and decide I should be heading back anyway since we'll have to go get ready for the meeting with the stylist they've put me in contact with for the event. They seemed very happy that I was available so early to meet with them. I don't know much about events like these, but I do know that I want them to have enough time to alter the dress and get everything in order. I pack up my belongings, put my mask back on, and flip up my cardigan hood.