𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕞𝕚𝕕𝕟𝕚𝕘𝕙𝕥 𝕘𝕣𝕚𝕟𝕕

[formidable]

OPEN POST It so happens that on a dark and stormy night in a city, (somewhere, anywhere really), someone may spot a beautiful gilded wooden door nearby wherever they are. Side of a building? In an alleyway? Near a dumpster?? Usually, it appears somewhere that's out of sight and out of mind, where the majority of people can't see it. The door looks warm and inviting and it's just a secret begging to be opened up so you can find what lies within... ❂❂❂ ... It's surprisingly normal inside; a surprisingly normal cafe actually. The interior is a warm mixture of red brick walls and sleek wooden floors and tables, along with comfortable looking sofa chairs and a large couch with a coffee table to accompany it. The ceiling is decorated with colorful hanging lanterns that cast interesting shadows on the walls and floors. A large black bookshelf sits next to the counter where there are various books and novels that have an age to them from past readers and customers. Behind the counter are the usual machines, bottles of syrups, jars of coffee beans, and tea blends in decorative jars. The black chalkboards aligned on the wall are strangely empty except for the special of that day and a lavishly illustrated logo which can only be the establishment's name. ❦ THE MIDNIGHT GRIND ❦ There's no other way to say it. This place is cozy. There is someone behind the counter, but depending on when you come in, it's going to be a different barista who will serve you. Or you can say hi to other customers and hang out with them! ❂❂❂ The Midnight Grind is a magical cafe with a door that appears in any location, across different universes and even time periods. It is a place to relax, eat, and drink, and collect yourself before heading back to whatever business you were in the middle of. It is run and owned by a witch named Iona J. Oakes, her golem companion Oren, and their main barista, Monts. Volunteers to help out with busy shifts are welcome and will be compensated appropriately. ➤ it's just a blur ➢ "Why'd I Wait?".

Comments

[oren]

Iced mocha.

[Oren, though never the most expressive does seem pleased that Declan likes it.]

Coffee exists? Where you're from. Hot and iced? Or just one?

[clockworksoul]

Oh, yes we have coffee, though I’ve only ever had it hot.

[ He laughs, scrubbing at the back of his neck with a hand. ]

I would hardly be able to get moving in the morning without it!

[oren]

[Oren nods in understanding.]

Iced coffee common on our end. Several types. Not all sweet. Most are.

[Everyone and their mom has ordered a Starbucks style frappuccino at some point during the Grind's run so far.]

All drinks good. You can come again. Bring more guests.

[Gotta do what Iona does, bring in more business by being inviting! Even if he does speak weird.]

[clockworksoul]

I shall have to endeavor to sample the whole menu, then! The sheer possibilities are rather exciting, and I wouldn’t even consider myself to be a connoisseur of the stuff.

[ A shame that his most stalwart and constant companion neither eats nor drinks. The things that happen when you primarily hang out with a warforged. ]

Does the door typically appear in the same spot? Or must I seek you out? Waterdeep is a very large city, you know.

[oren]

Menu can change. Owner doesn't really write it down.

[Like c'mon Iona... You're killin' your rock buddy here.]

Black coffee, lattes, and mocha are consistent.

As for door, depends. Customers say they usually find it in same spot.

[clockworksoul]

Haha, well then. It’s a good thing I’ve got a good memory! Just let me know what you’ve got on offer at any given time and I’ll keep it all in here.

[ He taps a finger to his temple. ]