The Cafe Shop Serenade

Ceille Kelly -
In the heart of Manhattan, I opened The Serenade Café-a quiet retreat for those who need a break from the chaos of life. A haven for warm coffee, caramel lattes, and the soft hum of vinyl playing in the background. I never expected this little café to bring anything more than routine. But when Davian Ryde, my older brother Asher's best friend, walks in one rainy evening, everything changes. His presence unnerves me, yet I can't help but feel drawn to him. But I've been hiding from the world for too long, and facing my past might be harder than letting him in.

Davian Ryde -
I've always preferred to keep my distance, especially after losing everything I once held dear. But when I step into The Serenade Café, a place recommended by my best friend Asher, I meet Cielle Kelly-the woman who quietly runs this sanctuary. There's a softness to her that pulls me in, but she's also guarded, a puzzle I'm determined to solve. She's Asher's little sister, and the last thing I need is to complicate things. But there's something in her eyes that tells me she needs someone too. Can I break through the walls she's built, or will I end up just another person who lets her down?