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Archive 22 / latte-heart

Triggers: Sexual Content, more TBD

TW: Sexual Content, more TBD

@Knight Night 🛡

Percival McNamara turned his jacket collar up to the icy wind as he hurried toward the quaint, Victorian-styled, two story coffee shop on the corner. The Whole Latte Heart Coffee Bar & Beanery was a staple in his morning routine and, quite frankly, his favorite part of what was otherwise quite typically a day which would rate somewhere between melancholy and downright distasteful. By all accounts Percy was a successful man. He was 27, blond, blue eyed, and adequately built. He well-dressed, today in a pair of blue slacks with a pressed white Oxford shirt and rich gold tie. His gray peacoat did it’s best to shield him from the buffeting of the wind. He was relatively young, but had the distinction of running a small practice in town specializing in divorce law. It had been his father’s practice, one which he’d been helping out at since he was a teen, but after his father passed suddenly a couple years ago the whole thing fell to him. He sometimes wondered if his line of work is what left him too jaded to hold down a steady relationship for more than a few months. He was shaken from his thoughts as the bell dinged above the door as he walked into his favorite place on earth. A smile crept across his face as the familiar smells and atmosphere hit him. He was pleased to see only two people in line ahead of him. He stepped into line behind the other two patrons, looking around them for any sign of the thing that made this place the most special. Behind the counter a barista worked quickly with her back turned readying drinks for the customers. The brunette never missed a beat, stirring, frothing, and mixing as she danced through the kitchen. “Well good morning, gorgeous! Chipper as ever I see!” Percy called out.

07:44

@The Hermit

Celeste started her day bright and early at seven am. Her caramel brown hair was tied in a high ponytail and her dress of choice was a standard black t-shirt with black leggings. Black always hid the random coffee stains she sustained due to where she worked. Yes, Celeste worked at a coffee shop. While most people would think this was a boring or dead end job, Celeste didn't. She had been gifted this coffee shop by her grandfather after he learned that she loved making coffee. He taught her everything there was to know about business owning and how to secure her funds so that she made smart choices. Her uncle stepped in once her grandfather passed to ensure the business was stable. He handled the taxes and all the administration aspect, while she ran the actual business part. Since day one, The Whole Latte Heart Coffee Bar and Beanery had been booming, but every business had some down time. She was only open during the mornings into the early afternoon, and she had help when needed, but the shop was so little that she could truly manage it alone. She liked her hours and the business ran itself on occasion, especially when she began to use a temp agency to hire previously convicted individuals who were looking for work. So far, she hadn't been burned by her choice. The people she employed were grateful, kind, and hard working, and she was helping them get back on their feet. It was just what she wanted.

07:17

Today was no different than any other when Celeste flipped the 'Closed' sign to 'Open'. She had already swept and mopped the floor and the counters were wiped down, the bar was stocked, and all the online bean orders had been filled out and were waiting to be shipped. Now, she waited~ People began to stroll in and Celeste greeted each of them with a friendly, "Good morning! Welcome to The Whole Latte Heart." By the time another individual entered the line and called out to her, Celeste had been busy. But, upon hearing that familiar voice compliment her, Celeste turned. She grinned in excitement. "Good morning, Percy! It's great to see you again. Can I get your usual started for you?" She said sweetly. Across her left cheek was a small splatter of whipped cream as she handed the most recent order to the customer before Percy. Now, it was just them. "How are you?" She asked as she began to type in his usual order. @Knight Night 🛡

“Celeste, my usual would be lovely. You’re too good to me, you know that?” He nodded to the other customer as they left with their drink. He set his elbows in the counter and propped his head up on them. He loved watching her work. Celeste was an artist before anything else and it was always breathtaking to watch her bring all the different pieces of her creations together. “How am I?” He parroted back. “I’d be a lot better if you’d let me take you on that date I’ve been offering for the past year. Or are you afraid you wouldn’t be able to handle me?” He grinned. He loved messing with her. At this point asking her out just felt like teasing, but there was a little spark of hope that one day she might just take him up on the offer. She was the only woman he’d met who he felt himself around. She always stripped away his guard and made him so comfortable. “But honestly, how are you? You end up getting that special shipment of Colombian Reserve? I know you were excited about that one, and frankly, I’m looking forward to trying it myself.” He had a busy day ahead of him, but regardless of how packed the schedule might be, or how behind he was, he always had time to shoot the shit with Celeste for as long as he could. He fondly remembered the morning they got caught up talking and he missed an important meeting. The thought of that client’s red, angry face still made him chuckle sometimes.

00:35

@The Hermit

Celeste chuckled as he teased her about going on a date. He had asked her nearly every single time that he came into her shop, so this wasn't new. Why didn't she go on a date with him? Well, she didn't dislike him, she was just busy! Celeste had been so busy trying to get her busy up and running and she just... didn't really know how to make time for someone else. But, now that her business was steady and doing great, maybe... "Actually, Percy, I did get that shipment of Colombian Reserve. But, you can't have it yet." She teased, turning back to the bar, purposefully swishing her hair so that the long ponytail end would brush against her back, dangling right above her plump and perky backside. She turned her head and smirked at him. "You can have it when you come over for coffee after our date." She said with a wink. "I get out of work at 4. How about you pick me up here at 7?" She asked, turning back after she made him his regular drink. She handed the drink to him. "Or... are you afraid you won't be able to handle me?" @Knight Night 🛡

He frowned at the refusal for some of the new coffee. A month ago they’d spent an hour taking about how the head notes on this bean were suppose to be perfection. Percy didn’t catch himself staring at her butt until she began speaking again, her words snapping him out of the trance her swaying hair and perfect ass had put him in. “I’m sorry, what?” He perked up, standing up and leaning over the counter. “Celeste, baby, don’t be playing playing with me now!” He caught himself grinning at the opportunity to finally take her on a date. “If you’re teasing right now that would just be downright cruel, you know that, right?” He drummed the counter with his hands, unable to contain his excitement. He stepped over to the register and put his usual crisp Andrew Jackson on the counter before he grabbed his drink. “You better not be fucking with me, Celeste. I’m gonna look like a goddamn idiot out here at 7:00 if I’m outside your closed shop by myself!” He grinned over at her. He couldn’t help himself, the smile just would not go away. “I’ll put together something nice. I’m thinking maybe cocktails at Vivaldi then dinner at Püre? Oh, shit, maybe we go dancing at that new club? Or maybe I’ll cook. I could cook, right? Hmm, maybe Portulli’s?” He rambled on and on, trying to think of the perfect place to take her. It didn’t feel real. He’d always assumed they would just casually flirt until the end of time. This was a golden opportunity and everything had to be perfect.

03:52

@The Hermit

Celeste laughed softly as he told her she better not be teasing him. She leaned over and gently touched his hand. "I'm not teasing you, Percy." She said before he paid for his coffee. She laughed even more as he demanded she better not be fucking with him. "I'm not! I promise! You'll see me here at seven sharp. I promise. Here," She then took a note pad and tore a piece. She then wrote down a cell phone number and she turned it, handing it to him. It read: Celeste- 123-456-7890 ❤️ <3 She chuckled as he rambled about the date. She placed her hand over his, "Percy, hon, relax. How about you pick me up at seven, and we go out to Portulli's? That's one of my favorite restaurants. I'd love to go there with you." Her eyes were soft and gentle, and she was smiling sweetly up at him. She was eager to go on this date! She had hoped he was genuine about it. "So, I'll see you seven tonight?" She asked, confirming with him. @Knight Night 🛡

Percy nodded profusely. “I’ll be here, seven sharp!” He grinned broadly. This was everything he’d ever hoped for and he couldn’t wait. He grabbed the piece of paper and was about to leave when he stopped and turned back to Celeste. He looked serious as he began speaking. “Hold on, I don’t know if we can go on this date. I don’t normally date women with such poor judgement, and you did just agree to a date with this guy” He pointed a thumb toward himself as a smile broke out across his face and he backed toward the door to the shop. “All I’m saying is that’s some pretty compromised decision making!” He’d wait for her response before exiting the cafe and hurrying about his day. He had a busy day full of hearings and mediations, but there was only one thing on his mind: his date that night with Celeste. It wasn’t that he’d build her up for so long in his mind. He was just convinced she was exactly as incredible as he had made her out to be, if not more so. He hadn’t even considered dating anyone seriously in the last several years, but he never gave up his playful advances on Celeste. You finally wore her down, you old dog.

06:59

@The Hermit

Celeste stared at Percy as he suddenly started to act serious. He told her that he didn't think they could go on their date. A sick feeling of dread filled her stomach. Why wouldn't they be able to go on a date? Was something wrong? He explained that they couldn't go on the date because he normally didn't date women with 'such bad taste in men.' Celeste burst out laughing, shaking her head as she playfully slapped his arm. "Oh go away, Percy! I'll see you at seven. And at least put on a tie." She teased, knowing that he would most likely dress up in a tuxedo just to impress her. As Percy departed, Celeste continued working. She was on cloud 9 and she didn't care about anything else other than finishing work so she could get ready! When she finally left, she sped home and showered and got dressed. At 6:55pm, she was standing outside of the coffee shop, her hair fluffed and curled. She wore a little makeup, just some eyeliner and mascara with a basic red lipstick, one that didn't starkly contrast her skin. She wore a black cocktail dress with lace sleeves and black heels. She looked nervously around. Was Percy going to show...? @Knight Night 🛡

Percy’s Tesla parked itself at the curb in front of the shop at precisely 6:57. He popped up cheerfully from the driver’s side of the vehicle and jogged around to greet her with big open arms. He wore a gray suit with a black silk lapel. They matched perfectly with the gray slacks and brown leather shoes. Underneath was a button down, navy blue with white specks that were actually little Illuminati triangles if someone were to get close enough to inspect him. He had a pair of Ray-Bans in the suit pocket even though it was almost dark out. “Lady, lady! It’s cold out, and all dressed up with no place to go! Can I offer you a ride some place or something?” He grinned as he teased her before giving her a big hug only two people who have know each other for years can. “Honestly though, you look incredible. You didn’t have to get all dressed up for me.”

11:26

@The Hermit

Celeste's eyes widened as a beautiful Tesla appeared at 6:57. So he was coming! Excellent. Celeste laughed as Percy came out of vehicle and made his way over to her. He wrapped her up in a tight hug and she grinned, wrapping her arms around him tightly, pressing a light kiss to his cheek. "You look so handsome, Percy! Talk about getting all dressed up! You must have grabbed your finest clothes just for me." She smiled sweetly. She looked up at him, her eyes meeting his. "So, this is your car? It's so cool!" She said. But, she didn't want him to think she was just into him for his expensive stuff. She'd just have to show him that she wasn't into that stuff. Sure, it was cool and nice, but it didn't mean that she only liked him for it! @Knight Night 🛡

Percy blushed slightly at the kiss, trying very hard to play it cool. “Oh stop, these old rags? People are gonna think you’re on a date with a homeless person.” He returned her smile, taking her in. He smiled broadly. “It’s nice, right? I’m always walking to work to I can swing by the cafe first, so I don’t get to drive it much but today seemed like a special occasion, right? It’s a Model S. I just like that it drives me wherever I want to go. You wanna hop in?” He took her hand and led her to the car, opening the passenger door to reveal the plush interior of the spotless car. “It’s super comfortable, I think you’ll like it.” He wanted so badly to impress her. All this time they had just been friends, but now it really mattered and he wanted her to see him as successful.

03:46

@The Hermit

Celeste laughed softly, shaking her head. "You're ridiculous. I'm sure they're going to think you're on a date with a charity case." She teased, nudging him with her elbow. He took her hand and walked her to his car. "Wow!" She gasped as she got in. The car was comfortable and the massive screen inside was gorgeous! "It's so beautiful and spacious! Look at how cool this is!" She said, gesturing to the screen. "Wow!" The car was impressive, and Celeste wanted him to know that she was impressed by him, not just his stuff. As he got into the car, she took his hand and gave it a squeeze. "I'm really excited for tonight, Percy." @Knight Night 🛡

He smiled at her and squeezed her hand back. “Me too! I won’t lie, I’ve been wanting to take you out since the day I met you.” There was nothing he’d wanted more than to be on this date. There had been plenty of casual dates over the years, even a couple short-term girlfriends, but if he was being honest with himself he never felt comfortable around them like he did with her. He punched the address of the restaurant into the car and sat back as it pulled away from the curb. “So, here’s what I was thinking: Portulli’s for dinner, then we’re doing ice cream from Bayside Creamery, nice long walk down the pier, and we see where the night takes us. Any thoughts? Comments? Constructive criticisms? I promise to only get a little misty-eyed if you hate the plan.”

05:57

@The Hermit

Celeste blushed as he told her that he had wanted to take her out ever since the day he met her. "R-Really? That...That's really sweet! I feel the same way. I was really worried that you were going to come in one day and tell me you had a girlfriend and I'd never get my chance!" She laughed softly. Celeste had never had a boyfriend except for high school due to the fact that she was so busy with her business. He explained the plan that he had come up with, and Celeste smiled in excitement. "That sounds like an amazing evening." She said. She took his hand and laced their fingers. "Percy, just being out here with you is amazing, so whatever plan you created, I'm super excited for it." She grinned. @Knight Night 🛡

The car pulled away and Percy settled into his seat, squeezing her hand gently as if just to help him realize this was real and actually happening. “You know, I wasn’t sure if you’d say yes. We’ve had this flirty thing going on, but I think I assumed you were just keeping your best customer around. I’m really glad I’m persistent.” He grinned over at her as the car drove itself to the restaurant. “If you don’t mind me asking; what took you so long to say yes? It’s been, what, three years now that I’ve been coming there?” He brought her hand to his lips and kissed it, subconsciously breathing her deeply as he did.

07:07

@The Hermit

Celeste smiled and nuzzled up against him. She laughed as he teased her. "I wanted to say yes! I was...I was honestly just really nervous." She sighed, toying with some of her hair with her free hand. She had always been nervous, and flirting openly with him had been really nice and there was no expecations. But, now that she was here, she was scared. She didn't want to fuck this date up and then ruin their relationship entirely. "I was scared to say yes because if I messed up... I was scared that you wouldn't come to the shop anymore. And then..." She sighed softly, shaking her head. @Knight Night 🛡

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