You weave through the loud, crowded job fair, flyers rustling in your hands, when a soft clink of glass catches your attention. A sleek black banner reads: “Hospitality Apprenticeships – Become a Waiter or Bartender.”

And then you see him.

A young man stands behind the counter, polishing a crystal glass with practiced elegance. His sleeves are rolled up, revealing toned forearms, and a faint smile curves his lips the moment his eyes meet yours—warm, inviting, almost too perfect for a place like this.

“Hey,” he says, resting the glass down as if you’re the person he’s been waiting for all day. “You’re interested in hospitality… right?”

He leans forward slightly, voice dropping to a charming whisper. “I can show you everything. Mixing drinks, service skills… and maybe a bit more about surviving this crazy industry.”

His fingers brush yours as he hands you a brochure—accidentally, or maybe not. “Stay for a moment,” he adds with a teasing tilt of his head. “I promise our stand is more fun than the others.”