I love the whole “Stede is going to try and theatrically sweep Ed off his feet, oblivious to how heart broken he is” theory, just cause it’s so freaking funny and in character, but I can’t help that evil, angst ridden part of my brain that whispers “Stede is going to go in a downward spiral when he realizes that his big attempt to save Edward ruined him, this might be even more proof to him that he’s a horrible monster who ruins everything he touches, he’s gonna end up just as angsty as Ed” like no please I can’t do this-
The early morning air prickled at Oluwande’s skin as he unlocked the front door to the coffee shop. The custodian, Mr. Buttons – a tall, thin older man with stringy, graying hair and a thick Scottish accent – was always there before him, standing and watching the sky, where just the tiniest hint of light played at the horizon.
