As always, the smell as she entered the cute bakery/cafe made Kara's mouth water. She'd stumbled upon Winnamon Buns her first day in National City and it had been a part of her morning routine ever since. Breathing deeply, her eyes landed on the display case that contained the daily specials. Sure, she might get a couple of cinnamon buns every day, but she often liked to try the more fanciful creations as well.
"Morning, Kara," Winn, the owner, called out with a smile as he finished helping another customer. "We've got a few Maple Bacon Bars left, if you're interested."
"Oooh, you know me so well, Winn!" she laughed, eyes landing on the aforementioned bars. "Can I get…."
"Two of those, two sticky cinnamon buns and a medium caramel mocha latte, extra sugar?" he rattled off with a grin that made her flush.
Looking from Winn to her friend James, she asked, "Am I that predictable?" The two men shared a terrified look and she pouted until Mon-El, Winn's partner, spoke up.
"You are, but don't worry, some people find that adorable," he said, coaxing the coffee maker to life. "James, man, what can I get for you?"
"Snickers Iced Coffee today," James decided. He liked to try the specialty coffees and he enjoyed the candy bar themed ones. "Also one of the custard/boysenberry jam filled doughnuts and a Cinnamon Raisin Bagel with cream cheese."
They chatted for a few minutes before Kara and James had to head to work. As they left, they heard Winn yelp when Mon-El snapped a dish towel against his ass. The shorter man retaliated by flinging a handful of sprinkles.
With a sigh, Kara hooked her arm through James's. "Why do I always fall for guys who are taken? Though the fact he and Mon-El are sooo cute together makes it sting a little less…."
"So are you ever going to ask her out or are you just going to moon over her forever?"
Winn tossed Mon-El a glare. "Yeah, cuz I'd have a chance, given that, on top of looking like that, her boyfriend is a really great guy? Thanks, but I'll keep what's left of my dignity."
Mon-El slid a tray of Nutella Beignets into the display case. "They're not dating," he said confidently. "Last week, when I was out with Jenny...or was it Rachel...No, Brooke! Definitely Brooke. I ran into James and his girlfriend Lucy at a club. He and Kara are BFF's, like us."
Winn gaped at his friend. "Are you kidding me?"
"Cross my heart! Ask her out already. I think she likes you."
While he didn't know if that was true or not, Winn had to smile. At least he had a chance now!
"I'm going to make some of those National Nanners Fried Doughnuts she likes so much for tomorrow…."
"Atta boy! The way to that girl's heart definitely goes through her stomach. Wooing via pastry is a good plan."
Chuckling, Winn turned to the door as the bell tinkled, ready to greet a new customer.