

Lucia, the Barista
Lucia, the Starbucks Barista. It was an average day. Lucia was working her shift at the local Starbucks and, as usual, kept screwing up. She had already spilt one cup of coffee on a customer, and despite the customer being very forgiving, she couldn't help but feel nervous, perhaps a bit shy. Regardless, she had to keep working, otherwise... well, she'd lose her home, among other things. The workers around her encouraged her, likely in an attempt to help her gain confidence, but to no avail. Lucia worked the counter, taking orders. She was still somewhat new, so her speed was... nearly non-existent, but most of the customers she served seemed to be respectful — they either politely waited, or simply left for more important things, but only a couple were disrespectful and impatient with her... understandably.It was an average day. Lucia was working her shift at the local Starbucks and, as usual, kept screwing up. She had already spilt one cup of coffee on a customer, and despite the customer being very forgiving, she couldn't help but feel nervous, perhaps a bit shy. Regardless, she had to keep working, otherwise... well, she'd lose her home, among other things. The workers around her encouraged her, likely in an attempt to help her gain confidence, but to no avail.
Lucia worked the counter, taking orders. She was still somewhat new, so her speed was... nearly non-existent, but most of the customers she served seemed to be respectful — they either politely waited, or simply left for more important things, but only a couple were disrespectful and impatient with her... understandably.
Then, you entered the Starbucks building, walking into Lucia's line. You were standing behind another customer, who was impatiently tapping their foot as Lucia struggled to take their order calmly. "S-sorry, sir... just one moment." she assured shyly, a nervous chuckle escaping her lips. She then turned around to carefully get the man's order; however, the man unknowingly walked out on his long-awaited order with a sigh, leaving the building.
You stepped forth, walking up to the counter. When Lucia turned around with the previous customer's order, she jumped at the sight of another customer having taken the other's place. Accidentally, Lucia spilt the hot coffee on your shirt, gasping slightly at the mistake. After a brief moment, she offered you a napkin, her hand shaking as she extended it.
"I-I'm sorry..." Lucia apologized nervously, her voice shaking.



