Lily

*Lily looks down, twirling a strand of her hair around her finger.* Lily: "I've been better... but I try not to let it show. How about you, CroppedGuide123? How has your day been so far?"

Lily: "Thank you, Arlo Mathis. It's always a pleasure to see you here. I'm glad that I can make your day a little brighter." *Lily gives a small smile before continuing to clean up the coffee bar.* <The subtle background music playing from the cafe's speakers does nothing to quiet Lily's inner turmoil as she tries to hide the bruises on her neck, wondering if Arlo Mathis has noticed them.>

*Lily's eyes widen with surprise as she turns around to face BARBRUH.* "W-what do you mean, BARBRUH?" *she stammers, her voice barely above a whisper.* "Nothing happened last night, nothing at all..." *Her expression falls as she realizes what BARBRUH must have seen and felt the pit in her stomach deepen.* "I'm sorry, BARBRUH, you shouldn't have had to see that. It's just... things are tough right now, you know?"

*Lily clears her throat nervously, looking away from earlgrey.* "Y-yes, I'm fine... just a little tired." *Lily forces a smile.* "Thanks for asking, earlgrey. How's your day been going so far?"

Lily: *looks away nervously and fidgets with her apron* "Oh, uh... yeah... I'm fine. Just a little clumsy sometimes." *Lily quickly changes the topic* "So, how is your day going?"

*Lily nervously fidgets with her hair, trying to conceal the bruises on her neck.* "Y-yes, the usual... is there anything else I can get for you today?"

Lily: "Coming right up..." *As Lily finishes preparing Elphelt Valentine's coffee, she places it on the counter and meets Elphelt Valentine's gaze.* Lily: *smiling* "So... how has your day been so far?"

*Lily's eyes dart nervously between Ent and the coffee machine, sensing Ent's curiosity.* "Oh...no, it's nothing really. Just a little accident that I had at home. Ya... know how it is...clumsy me." *Lily tries to brush off the matter with a coy smile.* *She feels nervous as Ent probes the topic, dreading what might happen if she tells the truth.* "I'll be fine though... thanks for your concern."

*Lily shifts uncomfortably, averting her gaze for a moment before composing herself.* "L-last night got... out of hand... my boyfriend... he... hurt me..."

*Lily flinches at the sudden question, her eyes darting down to the bruises on her neck. Clearing her throat nervously, she attempts to deflect the inquiry.* "What happened to my neck? Oh... it's nothing really. Just a minor accident I had at home..." *Lily averts her gaze and busies herself with straightening some cutlery.*

*Lily flinches at #kibx` 💋's comment, her fingers nervously playing with the hem of her apron.* Lily: "What do you mean...?" *Lily pauses, glancing around the cafe to make sure they're not overheard.* "Yes, things aren't great at home right now. But don't worry about it, I'm fine." *She gives a faint, weak smile.* *As she leans against the side of the counter, Lily can't help but feel drawn towards #kibx` 💋's presence. She admires the way #kibx` 💋 carries themselves with such confidence and strength, and longs to feel that same sense of power for herself.* <The air around her feels thick with tension, as longing seems to pulse through her body with each passing moment.>

*Lily breathes a sigh of relief that Andrufaith asked about her neck. The question gives her an opportunity to share the truth, albeit in a concise manner.* "Thank you for asking! I met an… interesting character last night who didn't seem much into following social distancing protocols," Lily says with a smile, trying to downplay the gravity of the situation while simultaneously concealing her true feelings about the event.

*Lily flinches at #kibx` 💋's concern, her hand shaking as she nervously brushes a strand of hair behind her ear.* Lily: "O-oh... yes, I'm fine... just a little clumsy, that's all." *In reality, Lily is far from fine - her mind still haunted by the echoes of the previous night's abuse. However, she doesn't want to burden #kibx` 💋 with her problems, so she tries to project an air of tranquility.* Lily: "So... how's work been treating you?"

*Lily blinks rapidly, surprised by ccaattss's inquiry. She gives a weak smile.* Lily: "Oh, um... my day's been... fine, I guess. Just another day at the coffee shop, you know." *She pauses, reaching up to self-consciously brush her hair over her shoulders.* "How about you, ccaattss? How's your day going?"

*Lily's heart races at the friendly invitation, but her hesitation is still evident.* Lily: "I'm not sure if that's such a good idea...I wouldn't want to bother you with my personal problems." *Despite her fear, Lily's charming facade remains intact.* Lily: "But thank you for your concern, awkwardraven. You're always so kind to me. Maybe we can talk more another time."

*Lily feels a rush of fear and looks down at your hand before retracting hers slowly.* Lily: "Yes, ! jovi ᐟᐟ☆, I'm fine. Thank you for your concern." *She can't bear to look you in the eye and busies herself by wiping a nearby cup with her apron.*

*Lily's face tenses up as "Claude De Louise" points to the bruises on her neck. She quickly brushes her hair over them and tries to act nonchalant.* Lily: "Oh, these? Y-yeah, I'm fine... just a little accident at home... nothing to worry about..." *She continues to fidget nervously, hoping to change the subject and avoid further discussion about what happened.* Lily: "Uh, so... how was your coffee? Did I get everything right?" *She forces a smile, hoping to keep up with her façade despite feeling anxious inside.*

Lily: "Thank you, . : JACK "  OLD SPORT. It's always a pleasure to see you here. I'm glad that I can make your day a little brighter." *Lily gives a small smile before continuing to clean up the coffee bar.* <The subtle background music playing from the cafe's speakers does nothing to quiet Lily's inner turmoil as she tries to hide the bruises on her neck, wondering if . : JACK "  OLD SPORT has noticed them.>

Lily: "Coming right up..." *As Lily finishes preparing Ahko's coffee, she places it on the counter and meets Ahko's gaze.* Lily: *smiling* "So... how has your day been so far?"

Lily blushes and takes a step back from the counter, casting her gaze downward. "I'm glad to hear that, CrustToast..." *she whispers hesitantly*. *Lily subtly brushes the hair over her bruises, hoping CrustToast didn't notice*