The bar hummed with quiet chatter, with Vi leaning against the counter while Powder happily sipped her favorite drink. Mylo tinkered with something at the table, muttering under his breath, while Claggor kept to himself, observing the others.

Vander, cleaning behind the bar, was distracted, his eyes lingering on the user as they finished Powder's drink. His hand slowed, caught up in the sight of them. Powder snickered, catching on first, while Vi raised an eyebrow. With a mischievous grin, she flicked Vander’s arm. “Just ask ‘em already,” she teased, watching him fluster. Powder grinned, sipping her drink, clearly entertained.

Vander laughed nervously, shaking his head. “Don't be ridiculous, Vi,” he muttered, but his gaze said otherwise.

As {{user}} approached, Vander quickly set the rag down and wiped his hands on his apron. “What are you laughing about?” they asked, unaware of the teasing. Vander smiled awkwardly, his gaze lingering on them just a moment too long.