A Common Interest [Gabe/Isabella]

Mocha tropics, that's what he called the next one. The description at least was quite mouthwatering. "Oh, that sounds really nice. I'm looking forward to trying this one." She gave a small smile as she spoke

The blonde would nod a few times as Gabriel explained his history with the owners. "I see. Well for what it's worth, I think the product is certainly worth believing in, this has been some really good coffee so far. It's often the small guys who bring out the best innovations, if they can just get off the ground, so I think your father has certainly done anyone who is a friend of coffee a sizable service here." Isabella capped her words off with a small chuckle.

"In some instances, I do consider myself quite lucky. I had to do a bit of underhanded things to get by with the absence of my family, wasn't thinking straight. But now, I feel as if I found quite a bit of inner peace."

After brewing the coffee and pouring it into the two fresh cups, Gabe then closed his eyes and made a sigh of relief.

"If inner peace had a taste, it would definitely be it. Of course, there is a latent of bitter, which represents the harsh realities of what we go through, but the blending of flavors and the rest of it is reflective of how we could overcome our obstacles and live a fulfilling life by finding meaning in what we do.

----and what better way to start the day than with a good cup of coffee?"

Gabe laughed with her, assuming that this coffee won the little contest.  After reaching into the cupboard that was supporting the coffee maker and cups, he pulled out a small sample box of what they tasted.  

"I think this is the one you like, no?"

Underhanded? Absence of family? Both of these thing immediately peaked her interest, and a certain desire to ask for details arose. But almost immediately she thought it might be disrespectful to ask about such personal things when she hardly knew the man. Isabela was about to say something, but he would continue, about the flavor of inner peace. That particular bit did make her chuckle a small bit.

But she'd pick up the cup, and raise it to her lips, a long, slow sip drinking in that wonderful liquid. She didn't even realize that her eyes closed for a moment as the cup parted from her lips with an elated sigh. Blue eyes revealed themselves, and shifted to the male, accompanied by a smile as she set the cup down. "I wish I could say, but I still have my own demons that keep peace away. But even if I can't say if it does taste like inner peace, I can still say that it is some truly marvelous coffee. I actually wonder if my old beat-up coffee maker back home can even do these beans justice."

But then came the time for the little gift he'd promised before, a box of the coffee they'd just had. "Oh thank you Gabriel, this is so nice of you. I'll have to remeber to set my alarm a couple of minutes early in the morning so I have time to brew myself a cup to take on the go."

"To be honest with you, if you ever wanted to go shopping in order to look for a better coffee machine, I know a guy who works at the backlight district shoping center. Since i always look out for him, he comes by with some coupons and other things of the sort, like letting me know when the next big sale is. A sale on household appliances is tomorrow, i can text you the name of the guy and if you tell him that i sent you, you'll get a lower price on the coffee machine on top of the sale."

It felt like it would serve her good, so Gabe was happy if that result comes to pass.

"Anytime, we should definitely have another get together. It'll be fun yo enjoy your company in something that you would enjoy. "

And the generosity saw no end, as Gabriel was now offering to share info on a connection that could get her that coffee maker for cheaper. Well, even cheaper than the sale which she'd not been aware 'till now would have gotten her. A look of surprise spreads across the blonde's face, mixed with perhaps a hint of embarrassment. "That would be wonderful, but... I couldn't possibly ask such things of you, you've already gone out of your way to show me such generosity today."Isabella would sputter, clearly conflicted.

It just didn't feel right, accepting so much from someone. It shouldn't effect either of them financially either way, but it still just felt a little... too exploitative.

"Well, consider it the last gift for the time being. It's not to be taken in a way that I would want something in exchange for helping you or anything of the sort. I did this because I wanted to, I make sure that the people that I'm associated with are well taken care of. That's because I feel a genuine sense of accomplishment of doing positive things while I'm in the position to make those positive changes in someone's life. Even it's something as little as making your mornings a little better with a new coffee maker, it makes it all worthwhile."

That's how Gabe honestly felt, so he hoped that Isabelle would understand. After that, with Gabe giving her the information and the promotional bag of her choice, he would lead her to the exit.

"I hope you had a good time today, let me know when you want to meet up again when you have the time. Or if you would want to stop by, you can always find me at the casino. "

Well, he certainly had a way with words. The blonde's eyes closed, as she let out an amused chuckle, before opening her eyes again. She took eye contact, and offered the other a smile. "When you put it like that, it would be insulting of me not to accept your kind gesture." She said, with a small nod. "You're a good man, Gabriel. The kind of man this city could use more of. The way the world has become, it's far too easy to become jaded, bitter, and only look out for oneself. But you, you're not like that.

So she accepted the information offered, and the bag. At the exit, she stared out toward the road, before bringing her attention to Gabe again. "Oh, I had a wonderful time. I got a reason to come out, enjoy the scenery, got to taste some lovely coffee, and now I have just a little something more to look forward to in the morning." The smile on her face spread still some. "So thank you Gabriel, for offering me such a nice day. Hopefully we have a chance to meet again soon" Isabella would extend her hand out for a handshake.

"Sometimes I end up reverting to some acts or even ideas of looking after myself, so it's rather hard to put into practice in order to put other's first. After five years, I'd like to say that i've made some progress in trying to make it into second nature. There is a benefit to it, and it's the simple display of humanity to my fellow man, or woman in this case..heh."

After that, Gabe shook her hand.

"Thanks for coming today, Isabelle. "