Mo opened her lips to answer Nick's request, but another guy went first requesting another beverage. So she turned her head, found out that it was the guy named Holden. He looked extremely charming, even with such expression on his face. Exhaustion. Reminded her of her mother when Mo was younger, she came home from work every evening with the same expression. It wasn't an expression which caused by hectic day or activities, more like it was caused by some kind of burden. She didn't know what had happened to this guy, but she believed him about his saying that it was a long day for him. She replied with a bright smile directly to him. Mo let go of her clinging to Jason and walked to the shelf he directed her to. Walking behind him, she said, "Vanilla? I know whats better for you. Much. Better."
She took a bag of espresso and put some generous amount into the coffee maker and let it brew. She also heated some water to brew the chai tea bags she found at the same shelf with the coffee, and prepared some thick milk. Jason sure had prepared everything thoughtfully, you can find almost everything you need to make good drinks there. Mo walked out to the minibar and took a bottle of whiskey back to the pantry with her. Few minutes later, the coffee had finished brewing and the water was heated into a perfect temperature. Mo poured hot water into a jug and put some tea bags into it and let it set for a while, then poured the tea into a mug and mix it with the thick milk she had prepared earlier. She then mixed strained espresso, generous amount of brown sugar, and a half of a shot glass of whiskey into a mug and stir it well, and topped it with cream and some chocolate powder. She found some chocolate too so she made it into hot chocolate and prepared enough for everyone including herself, topping it with marshmallow as well.
"Pipping hot chocolate for everyone! Get your ass here and take one for yourself!" She called to the entire room cheerfully before adding, "Served with mini mallows!" She giggled. She took two mugs which are quite different from the others, the two special orders.
"Here's a special Latte for Mr. Batman, extra creamy." She smiled, handed a mug full of Latte to Nick, then served the 'special' drink made for Holden. She took a mug of hot chocolate and sit next to him, "And Irish Coffee for you, prince charming." She giggled, trying to lighten up the mood a little for him. "Well I was born in Japan and lived there until I was two years old. Then my mum brought me back here. I can't remember much about that place, but I can't forget the warmth in my grandparents' home. I miss that place a lot."
Her thought floated a little. Her memories sure is blurry, but the feel she got from that traditional family was unforgettable. Realized that she dozed off for a while, she shook her head and back on the ground. She looked back to the guy next to him and smiled, "Go ahead and take a sip. It's a traditional recipe. Just a hint of liquor won't make you dizzy, not even tipsy. It will warm you up. Right here." She reached her hand and touched the guy right on his chest, feeling his heartbeat, and smiled warmly to him.
"But you guys might know that I work in a coffee shop. And my coffee isn't free." She said, suddenly stood up and walked towards Nick then dragged him back to the counter. She grabbed their arms, standing in the middle, and said, "After you guys finished your drink, you have to help me out with that." She flicked her head to his luggage she left near the door. "I'll take your help on setting up my room as the payment for your drinks. Deal? It's a deal then" She smiled playfully. She sat back down and enjoyed her chocolate, really happy with her bright idea. She was always good with boys.