Jun arrived before the sun cracked the rooftops.
The plaza was still half-asleep—vendors moving like slow ink, signs unfolding, carts squeaking from stiff wheels.
He didn't rush.
Didn't wave.
Just unpacked as usual.
Cloth first.
Grinder second.
Jars third.
But today—
there were four.
Three sat where they always did:
Origin A. Low bloom. Soft finish.
And now—
a fourth jar beside them.
Smaller.
Unlabeled.
Still sealed.
He didn't touch it yet.
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[System Log: New Element Registered – Unfamiliar Roast Detected]
[Tracking Suspended: Manual Brew Authorization Required]
[Optional Task Generated: First Pour – Unknown Origin]
---
The system didn't suggest.
Didn't push.
Just waited.
Like it knew this cup wasn't about progression.
It was about permission.
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The first few customers were regulars.
Small nods.
No small talk.
Quiet trust.
One brought her own cup again.
Ceramic. Slightly chipped.
Jun rinsed it first.
Dried the rim.
Then brewed with extra care.
