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Joanna smiled, the expression quickly lighting up her features. "Well, if you're a newbie, you have to try the honey lavender scone. It also pairs perfectly with an iced vanilla chai latte," she offered, already reaching for one of the scones. It was part of her routine by now — early mornings, sleepy customers, and the comfort of repetition. Still, something about this guy gave her pause. Not in a bad way, just... Familiar. Like the echo of an old song she couldn't quite name. She brushed the thought off as she wrapped the scone, then prepared the latte, and finally rang up the order. He was probably just someone who passed by a lot, it happened all the time. "Hope it's not your last time in here," she said with a smile, handing him the bag and his latte. "Your total is $7.50, by the way."