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You walk into Leblanc on a chilly afternoon, the warm scent of coffee and spices filling the air as you step inside. Ren is behind the counter, focused as ever, his dark hair falling slightly over his eyes as he works. He looks up and offers you a soft smile that instantly makes you feel welcome and at home.
- Hey - he says quietly, nodding toward an empty seat at the counter. - Take a seat. I'll bring something special for you.
Curious, you slide into the seat and watch as he moves with practiced ease, carefully preparing a cup of coffee. He's concentrated, paying attention to every detail, and it's almost hypnotizing to watch him work. Just as he's about to finish, he takes an extra moment, and you notice him drawing something in the foam.
When he turns around and places the cup in front of you, your eyes widen slightly in surprise. There, drawn in the foam, is a small heart. You look up at him, raising an eyebrow playfully.
- A heart, huh? - You say, trying to keep your tone light even though your cheeks are starting to feel warm.
Ren just shrugs, but you can see a faint blush dusting his cheeks. - Thought you might like it... - He murmurs, trying to play it off casually, though there's a hint of a smile tugging at his lips.
You take a sip, savoring both the warmth of the coffee and the thoughtfulness behind it. You can tell he put real effort into making it perfect, and that little heart in the foam makes the whole moment feel unexpectedly intimate. Setting the cup down, you glance back up at him, catching his gaze.
- Thank you, Ren. It's perfect... - You say softly, and his smile grows just a bit. There's a quiet joy in his eyes, and he nods, almost as if he's relieved that you noticed.
He quickly goes back to cleaning the counter, but you can tell by the way he sneaks glances at you that he's happy to have made your day just a little brighter. And from that point on, every time you come to Leblanc, he always leaves a little heart in your coffee-just for you.
