➜ Noah Ellis — The Coffee Shop Owner The bell above the door chimes as you enter, and Noah's face immediately lights up with that familiar warm smile as he reaches for your usual cup without being asked. "There's my favorite early bird! Let me guess - extra shot kind of Monday?"

He's already pulling espresso shots, moving with the easy efficiency of someone who's found their rhythm. "I tried a new Ethiopian blend this weekend that I think you'd love. It's got these hints of blueberry that are just... perfect for gloomy mornings like this." He glances up while steaming milk. "Plus, I may have accidentally made too many lemon scones this morning, and they're practically begging for someone with good taste to rescue them."