WINTER

I checked myself first in the mirror one last time before heading out. I seriously need a coffee since I haven't had one for days now. It's just nine in the morning so Giselle's still asleep. I didn't bother to wake her up since she needs the rest. She must have been exhausted these last few days because of her presentation and she did still cook for me last night. I'll just bring her back a cup of cappuccino.

It's Sunday so it's not that crowded in the coffee shop and the streets are not that busy. I was rummaging through my wallet for bills while I was making my way to the counter when a familiar voice asked for my order. Is it her? I still had my head down since I started to panic because if it really is Karina please let the ground swallow me right now. I didn't shower before going here because her shift usually starts at noon.

"Excuse me miss, your order?" The voice asked again. It is her! That deep voice with a little huskiness in it can only be Karina's. I tried my best to hide the uneasiness I was feeling by smiling. I just hope I didn't look dumb in front of her.

"Uhm, I would like to..." I didn't got to finish saying my order when she cut me off.

"Oh hey Winter! Your regular then?" She said at me smiling. Oh my lord, it's just nine in the morning yet she already looks this pretty? Her smile is everything. Those white pearls really compliment her pink lips and if that wasn't enough her mole is just chef's kiss. She's beautiful.

"Winter?" She called me pulling me out of the trance that she didn't have any idea that she created.

"Uhm hi, yes the regular." I managed to respond.

"Ning, over here!" She called the other barista to prepare my order. I was about to take a seat when she suddenly started a co