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"DAAD! Do you know where my apron is?!" Navia shouted from her room.
"No darling, sorry, have you checked the laundry basket?' Her father replied
"Thanks!!!"
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20 minutes later, Navia was in her car driving to work, a local coffee shop in her neighboring town, the "Cat's tail" or something, it used to be a tavern but after someone called Diona wrecked the place they turned it into a nice and cozy shop. It wasn't the best pay but all that mattered is that she had a nice time. And she got to see some cute girls every so often too, i suppose? Well anyways, not like she would ever get any of those pretty girls she sees so often, one has caught her eye lately, being a cute girl with purple hair.. she can't seem to remember her name though, Chlorine? Something like that..
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Before she knew it, she had already arrived at work, Navia swiftly put her apron and her cap on , greeted her manager, Furina, and got to work, she had to get in gear since the morning rush was already approaching fast.
It was only about 7am and she seemed to have done about 50 orders.. or thats what it felt like. She was very tired herself, she could also crave a coffee while she's at it, but nevermind, not enough time until her break. There was only Navia, her manager and 2 other workers in the place. The rest called in sick.. well who wouldnt when its a cold monday morning and every working class citizen needs their hot chocolate? Feeling a tad bit overwhelmed, Navia just kept on doing her stuff, her father was pretty wealthy, but even he knew that one day he would have to retire, so Navia works purely for the sake to support him when he decides he's too old.
All the depressing stuff put to one side.. it was currently 9am, *she* should be here soon, Navia waits for this time of day every morning, to see the mysterious, cute purple hair girl she.. probably has a crush on? In the end, she didn't think much of it. She just thought this 'Chlorine' was highly attractive, thats all. Nothing more, nothing less, or so she thought anyways.
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"Hi welcome to the Cat's tail, how can i help you today?" Navia questioned
"Good morning, one small coffee please, extra strong."
"Alrighty, no issue!!! Name for the order?" She asked
"Clorinde" The woman replied
"Thank you! We'll call your name when your order is ready, take a seat if you will." Navia exclaimed as she wrote down 'Chlorine' on her notepad.
She then made her way back behind the counter and started making the strong coffee, Navia knows how the girl likes it, because she's come here everyday since she started working here, she never got to serve her the entire time though because they have a heap load of staff. Although, she can never wrap her head around how somebody named their child Chlorine.. who would do that? Isn't that the stuff you put in swimming pools? In the end, she was inclined to feel a tiny bit bad for her.
"Ah!" Navia shouted
She didn't even realise the cup was overflowing and she burnt her hand..
"Thats gonna mark for the next month.." She thought to herself.
Navia quickly wrapped it up and then hopped to back to the register, placing Clorinde's coffee on the counter.
"Order number 43! Chlorine!" She shouted.
"Thank you Miss." Clorinde thanked
"You're very welcome! Have a nice day!" Navia voiced.
"Sorry for the intrusion.. but i couldn't help but notice you burnt your hand, are you alright?" She asked
Navia blushed slightly
"A-ah.. yes.. i'm fine, just a little burn! Thats all, please d-don't worry about me" She uttered in reply.
"I see.. alright then. Also.. i have to mention, its Clorinde, not Chlorine." Chlorine commented.
"OH MY GOSH. IM SO SORRY.. I HAVE TERRIBLE HEARING, PLEASE FORGIVE ME..." Navia stuttered with urgency in her voice.
"Hahah, no worries, it really wasn't an issue.. i don't mind you calling me it if its easier, i found it quite cute even." Clorinde stated.
"Oh.. well then i-i uh.." Navia was stumbling on her words, then suddenly
----- "NAVIA!!!! CAN YOU COME STOCK THE BACK FOR ME? NOT LIKE IM STRUGGLING TO DO IT OR ANYTHING JUST.. COME HELP ME!" Furina echoed
"A-ah thats my boss.. sorry got to go, it was lovely meeting you, *Clorinde*! Maybe we'll see eachover again?" Navia expressed.
"Of course. I will look forward to it, see you tomorrow-"
Clorinde glanced at the nametag on Navia's apron
"Miss Navia." she said
"Y-yeah you too!" Navia replied
----- "A LITTLE HELP HERE?!?!?" Furina urged
Navia swiftly ran to the back, waving a quick goodbye to Clorinde, in which she returned the wave, coffee in hand.. did she forget to charge her or what?
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