YiZhan's Short Stories

A cup of coffee - 1/3

"Grandma, I promise that when I grew up and already make money. I'll build a coffee shop for you... A big one!". Little Zhan told his grandma. He has these sparkly eyes as he speaks to her. Her grandmother taps his head and pecks a kiss on his forehead.

"Oh, My Little Zhan... I'm looking forward to seeing that..." She muttered as he hugs him dearly.

Xiao Zhan grew up in his grandmother's care since both of his parents are working the whole day. His grandmother has a little coffee stall in front of their house and that's where Zhan grew up. He helps his grandmother when he has free time or sometimes right after his class finished. Zhan loves his grandmother so much, and when she died Zhan was devastated. He always remembers his promise to her "That one day, he'll build a big coffee for his grandmother". He thought that if that day would come to his grandmother was still alive but she's already gone.

Xiao Zhan took Arts and Design in college. He loves arts and his passion when it comes to drawing. So, right after he graduated, because of his skills he immediately got a job where he makes a lot of money.

He managed to save enough money for his dream. So when he found a place somewhere in Beijing he immediately bought it and that's where the famous Shu Fang Cafe located. At the age of 25, Zhan owned a cafe and he named the cafe after his grandmother.

The Shu Fang Cafe already on its two years in service and it became famous since Zhan made sure to use the old way of making native coffees rather than using machines. It has different taste and the smell was so good, other reasons are, his cafe is located in the downtown area of Beijing. Surrounded by tall company buildings, luxurious boutique, and shops. Lastly, teenage girls or ladies are mostly the customers and these people were actually attracted to Xiao Zhan and they want to see him especially when Zhan is doing the work at the counter.

"Zhan..." Xing called.

"Hm..." Zhan responds without looking at Xing.

"The girls are ogling at you, try to spare a glance". Xing commented. Zhan chuckled and continue whatever he is doing without looking at anyone else.

"You know, I'm not interested". Zhan muttered.

That's true. He's not interested. Zhan grew up without having crushes or girlfriends until now.

"Eh? Why not Zhan? Look they're pretty, you can choose". Xing said.

Zhan stops what he is doing and turn around to face Xing. He put his arms crossed over his chest and glare at Xing.

"Xing, stop being nosy. I'm not interested and I'll never will". Zhan said. No, he's not mad. He can't get mad easily and he is not that kind of person. Zhan and Xing are best friends since grade school and this conversation is just normal to them.

Xing just shrugged his shoulder and decided not to bother Zhan for now. He cares for Zhan and he just wanna see his best friend happy and maybe see him settle down. Zhan's parents are old and he doesn't have siblings. Xing is getting married soon and maybe he will not have time to accompany his best friend in the future.

"Zhan, you better find a lover". Xing thought to himself.

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Zhan was busy arranging some pastries on the counter when he heard the bell sound which means someone came inside the cafe. He stops and looks up to see who just arrived.

"Good morning, Mr. Wang!". Zhan greeted the person who just came in with his famous whole out smile.

"Morning..." Yibo replied and smile a bit at Zhan.

"The usual, please and... can you add this?". Yibo said as he pointed the waffle.

"Yeah sure, take a seat for a while". Zhan replied and smile as he stares at Yibo's back.

Wang Yibo. One of the handsome and rich bachelors in China. At the age of 25, He already managed the company that his parents own, The Wang Corporation.

His company building is just a few minutes away from Zhan's Coffee Shop and every morning he would always buy something in the Shop. It's either he comes in the morning or if maybe he's busy he'll come in the afternoon.

He became Zhan's regular customer two years ago, just five months after the coffee shop opened.

"Here's your order". Zhan said as he slowly put the Yibo's order on the table.

"Thank you Zhan". Yibo muttered.

"You're always welcome, call me when you need anything else".

"Sure". Yibo responds and Zhan takes his leave.

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"It's already ten, but I didn't see Mr. Wang came". Xing said as he goes out of the kitchen.

Zhan chuckled. "He's there!". He pointed at the corner where Yibo silently eating.

Xing shook his head. "You know what, Zhan. I'm always curious about why Mr. Wang always comes to the shop and for two years he never missed out a day without going here".

"I don't have any idea too, but maybe because his office is just a few minutes away from here or he likes the coffee I made". Zhan replied. Xing nodded his head but he is still in doubt.

Between Zhan and Xing, he is the observant while Zhan is the oblivious one.

He sometimes caught Yibo staring at his best friend or Zhan's the one who's staring at. He could also observe how Yibo's smile at Zhan and how Zhan's blushed and smile brightly at Yibo.

He's not sure about the things that run through his mind  He wants to be nosy buddy but he doesn't want Zhan to get mad at him. He's been having this idea that Yibo and Zhan are attracted to each other.

Well, he doesn't mind Zhan dating a boy especially if it's Wang Yibo. This young CEO might be intimidating and has a cold aura but he has this feeling that Yibo is kind and a nice guy, perfect for his best friend.

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"Thanks for today". Yibo said as he stood up. Zhan nods as his eyes can't take off to the young CEO  in front of him. They're facing close to each other, Inches away and they can even feel each other breath.

Zhan gulps nervously. He wants to take a step away from Yibo but he can't. His body doesn't even respond to his mind.

"U-uh, I-I'll see you tomorrow". And for the first time, Wang Yibo stammered.

Zhan nodded and hummed. "S-see you". He replied and Yibo smiled at him before leaving. Zhan left alone dumbfounded. He's breathing hard and he can feel the heat all over his face.

For the first time in two years, Zhan had the chance to stare and see Wang Yibo's face so close. 

"His eyes may look cold but it's beautiful, he got cherry lips that I wouldn't mind to peak a kiss... Wang Yibo, you make my heart crazy now!". Zhan thought to himself.

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Note : Wait for the next part 😊 I'm still in KL and I don't use the internet a lot since I go out to explore the City.