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It was a new day for Walter as he flipped the open sign to the cafe that morning, signalling the start of the day. Thanks to the concern and kindness of his friends, his cafe looked… amazing. Rasta had sat with him during the renovation period in his office and continued to help him with his organization and bookkeeping skills. He now knew how to keep a ledger of all his employees hours, had a system for bills and a brand new shredder for the enjoyment of discarding unwanted junk.
    Mako and the other stallions worked hard getting the roof fixed and reshingled. With the new roof, came a new ceiling, which was now a nice sleek modern style rather than the old worn and torn hippie era gaudiness that it was. The water damage to the boards supporting it was finally fixed and with it, the rain buckets were no longer needed. It felt good putting them away for hopefully that last time, like discarding old worries that no longer need be a concern.The water damage repair had revealed several problem with the electricity that were immediately addressed, leaving new wiring in the wake of the old fire hazardous ones.
    Even Walter’s apartment was newly renovated, much to his chagrin. The girls would not let up on him, unhappy with how he was not taking care of himself much, and gave it a mare’s touch. Even Rasta worked up the courage to deal with the monster hiding in his fridge finally, though she didn’t think she could look at tater tot casserole the same way again. They cleaned up, washed dishes, threw out trash and put things in order, all while the boys dealt with the mold and flooring issues in his bedroom. They even took the time to dust and redisplay his models, placing them back on the now cleaned up shelf.
    Heading downstairs in the cafe area, the kitchen and sitting area had also had a huge makeover. The walls had been completely torn down and replaced, the moldy drywall and lumber having been discarded as discreetly as possible as not to draw attention to it. The cafe had a new paint job in place, getting rid of the weird off colours and chipping paint that hadn’t been replaced since the 50’s. It had a more comfortable feel, something warm and inviting without being to blaring and all over the place. Even the kitchen was new, all cleaned up and ready to be used, lined up with new equipment. The friends all pitched in to help cover the costs, even Midnight helped, putting in quite a bit of funds and helping to install everything. They were quite adamant in their ‘NO’ when Wally offered to pay them back, standing their grounds against the larger stallion. He couldn’t win against them all and relented, grumbling about it, but still thankful for their generosity and help.
    Finally, the sign that hung proudly above the entrance. The ‘Whole Latte Love’ was no more, much to the pleasure and relief of a few of them. Now, ‘The Friendly Bean’ took its place, and with it a new start… sorta. Despite the new renovations, business was still very, very slow. And while normally one wouldn’t complain too much, the money that was spent on everything meant funds were getting really low. That was something that needed to change… and soon.
    Today was no exception, as the clock slowly ticked by. Wally and Pandie were working together but just like before, there wasn’t much business giving them plenty of free time. While Wally was sweeping up the front area again, his ears perked at the sound of the clattering of dishes and pots and pans hitting together. Followed shortly after was the sound of grumbles and cursing.
Wally: *raises an eyebrow and calls out to the back* …. Pandie? You okay back there?
Pandie: I’m...fine! GAH! Tartarus dammit! I’ll be out in a moment.
Wally: …. Okaaay? Do you.. need some assistance with something? Reaching a high shelf perhaps? *with a snicker*
Pandie: *pokes her head out, she has flour patches on her face* Hmph! I’m not short, you’re just a tree…
Wally: Uh huh… Is that why you insisted we get a step ladder? *tilts head to the side* Were you….. cooking something?
Pandie: *Grumbles and rolls her eyes* Yes, Walter. I’m done now.
Wally: Oh? What did you make?
    Pandie stepped out from the kitchen holding something on a plate that looked like… what WAS that? It looked like something the King of Tartarus dropped in the toilet first thing in the morning.
Pandie: What does it look like?
Wally: Uuuuh…. I can’t really tell. Is it still alive?
Pandie: No, it is not alive! I need your opinion.
Wally: On what? Where to bury it?
Pandie: *fluffs up* No! Eat it.
Wally: *scrunches up his muzzle and steps away* Uh uh… I don’t want to die today…
Pandie: Walter!
Wally: *groans* Okay fiiiine.. I guess it’s good you are… trying. *picks up the turd shaped pastry and taps it against the plate, making a loud clinking noise* …. It’s hard as a rock.
Pandie: I accidently left it in a little too long…
Wally: Hmm. We’ll work on that, no worries. *sniffs it before attempting to take a bite, crunching it loudly in his mouth* ………………..
Pandie: Well? It’s not the best but I--
Wally: *gags a little before picking up the trash can and spitting the contents into it* BLECK! Oh sweet goddesses… What was that?! And I thought Miss Kiwi’s cooking was retched... *shivers and spits a couple more times*
Pandie: Mmm..!! Jeez, Walter, could you be more brutal? I don’t think Tartarus has enough of your *air quotes* ‘Sick burns’ to stoke its fires.
Wally: I thought I was being generous… Have you even tasted this yet?!
Pandie: No. While I can eat and sometimes do, I don’t need to, so I generally don’t…
Wally: *holds the pastry in front of Pandie’s face* You really need to try this.. If I try selling this, ponies are gonna start thinking we are trying to poison them! What if the health inspector saw this?!
    As if he was summoned, a familiar tall hippogriff walked through the door. Pulling on his gloves, Classy Sommelier looked up and had to do a double take. Was.. this the right place? It can’t be… it looked so… refined, rejuvenated. It was, to put it in short terms, beautiful. He had to look at the sign outside to make sure. The name...wasn’t the same. Was he in the wrong place?
Classy: Um… I’m looking for the ‘Whole Latte Love?”
Wally: *looks over, placing the pastry on back on Pandie’s plate* Oh! Hello, it’s good to see you again…. sir!
Classy: Oh! I am in the right place. I must say, Mr. Nutt, I’m impressed.
Wally: *smiles sheepishly* Hehe, oh yeah. When redoing the roof and walls from the water damage, we thought that everything needed to be a updated. It’s amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do to a place!
Classy: Yes, well, I must say these improvements are quite remarkable...and in such a short time!
Wally: It’s also amazing what you can accomplish with friends, hehehe~ Here, I’ll show you around!
Classy: Yes, please. I still want to inspect and make sure everything is up to code *Looks down at Pandie and the...interesting treat in her hand* Are you selling….baked goods?
Wally: *eyes go wide* O-oh! No no no, that’s uh… my breakfast! *takes the rock hard pastry and shoves it in his mouth, crunching it loudly, giving a weak smile* Mmmm… N-Nutritious!
Pandie: *stares at him before turning to look away* ….Snrk...Pfttt hehehehe~
Classy: Ah. I shall pick something up later then. *He walks off toward the back room*
Pandie: heheheh...Ahahaha! You should go back there ehehe~.
Wally: *waits until Classy is out of sight before picking up the trash can and spitting the contents in his mouth into it* Bleck! Hrrmmm… This isn’t over, Pandie…. *before heading back to follow Classy*
Pandie: I’ve already won…~ *goes to stand behind the counter*
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    Classy was taken about by how much everything improved in a month’s time. He was quite pleased that everything was cleaned up, replaced and repaired. It was looking like a proper cafe now. With his inspections complete, and himself satisfied with the results, he present Wally with his new grade and deemed everything within code.
Classy: I must congratulate you again. Most ponies don’t go so above and beyond my expectations.
Wally: *shakes Classy’s hand* Thank you, sir, for taking the time to come here today. I know before it was more of an inconvenience, with your expecting wife and all. How did that go?
Classy: We have had our egg and it hatched into a beautiful male chick~.
Wally: Oh, how wonderful! Congratulations!
Pandie: You must be very proud to finally be a father.
Classy: Yes~ We are looking forward to raising our first chick very much...I must ask you before I go… did you not have more than one employee?
Wally: I had three at the time but.. Umm.. unfortunately we had to let Miss Bark go. *smiling, trying his hardest to look sincere*
Classy: I don’t blame you. I may be a friend of her father’s, but even I find her to be a spoiled brat.
Pandie: That’s being ‘generous’...
Wally: *ear twitches* Heheh, yes indeed. Well, I hope you have a wonderful day, sir.
Classy: You as well. Make sure to display that grade somewhere everypony can see.
Wally: I’ll be sure to hang it up right away!
    With that, Classy took his leave again, leaving Pandie and Wally alone once more.
Pandie: I take it it went well?
Wally: *goes into the back, coming back with a nail and hammer* Mmhmm! Very good actually! We got an A, which means we should have no issues with keeping customers… once we actually get some that is..
Pandie: Hmmm… I have been thinking about that. Perhaps, it is also time to expand your menu.
Wally: *ears perk* What’s wrong with my menu? It’s been this way for years..! *glancing up at the black chalkboard menu on wall, stating the 7 or so items that they serve here*
Pandie: Nothing, but I believe your competitors have you beat on...variety. Perhaps offering new options will help.
Wally: Hmm…. *rubs the back of his head, thinking* I guess that’s not a bad idea. Maybe do a new flavor of the week or something?
Pandie: That and offering more than just coffee options…
Wally: ……………. Like your….*uses air quotes* “baked goods”?
Pandie: Ugh….not this again...I got the message the first time…
Wally: Mmhmm.. That reminds me. I have been getting a few… concerns. You are a very studious, hard working employee and I love your work ethic but…. you really aren’t at that good at making coffee, Pandie.
Pandie: Hmph… I don’t see anypony complaining…
Wally: Well, I am. Do you even drink coffee?
Pandie: No. I’ve tried and it all tastes like disgusting, gross, oily swill to me.
Wally: *huffs* Well, obviously, you haven’t tried my coffee.
Pandie: I feel I should keep it that way…
Wally: Don’t be ridiculous! *goes to one of the machines and starts making a cup* If you are going to work here, you have to at least know what the coffee is suppose to taste like.
Pandie: You are quite full of yourself in this regard, aren’t you? Walter, I’m fine…
Wally: *pumps a few different flavors and stirs his concoction together before handing the cup to Pandie* And you have been missing out on the simple joys of a good cup of coffee. Here! I added some black walnut and caramel extract. It’s the house blend, I think you’ll like it~
Pandie: ...Now you’re just being narcissistic.
Wally: Maybe. But why don’t you take a sip and then try to tell me I’m wrong~? *with a smug grin, folding his arms*
Pandie: I reaaaally don’t want to… *holding the cup away from her face*
Wally: Please. I insist.
Pandie: You’re not going to let this go until I do, will you?
Wally: *shakes his head and grins* Not like I have anything better to do, right?
Pandie: Ugh...fine.
    Pandie held the cup to her nose, sniffing at it. It didn’t smell bad at least. That was a good sign...right? Grimacing, she placed it to her lips, takes a small sip of it. She pulled it away, looking at it, before taking another sip, tail lazily wagging behind her.
Wally: *ears perk* Well? What do you think?
Pandie: …. *She is still holding the cup, but is silent*
Wally: *looks confused before reaching for the cup* …. If you don’t like it, I can just pour it out…
Pandie: *Her claws grip it tighter and she lets out a low growl, keeping it close* Grrr….
Wally: *pulls back his hand suddenly, wide eyed* Okaaaaaay then! I take it you like it..?
Pandie: If it be true thee hadst a cutiemark, it would beest the visage of the gods, smiling down upon this cuppeth of coffee.
Wally: *fluffs up slightly, staring at Pandie with a confused, slightly concerned expression*...... umm.. Thank you?
Pandie: *clears her throat* Sorry… habit. Yes, I like it.
Wally: Uh.. Good! Hahaha, then the next step is to teach you of all ponies how to make it! Now we aren’t looking for perfection, but something close is better than nothing~
Pandie: Careful, Walter. Your ego’s hanging out…
Wally: What? I told you, I make a damn good cup of coffee!
Pandie: And now you’re going to learn to make other drink options as well...correct? That includes cold beverages, teas--
Wally: UGH! No! Why would I serve tea at a cafe?!
Pandie: Because, as much as I know it is hard for you to comprehend this, most cafes also serve more than coffee.
Wally: ….. Blasphemy. Who would want to buy some nasty, bitter grass water when going to a coffee house?
Pandie: Ponies that don’t exactly enjoy drinking nasty, bitter bean water.
Wally: *GAAAAASP* H-How dare you! *looking overly, almost comically offended*
Pandie: *smirks* You’ll get over it, Wally. If I have to learn something, so do you.
Wally: *eye twitches* …. I-I’m the owner of this establishment… *grumbles*
Pandie: When have I ever cared?
Wally: *groans, rubbing his temples, thinking about it* Hrrmmmmmm….. Fine. I’ll think about adding.. *groans* ugh.. tea to the menu. I doubt any pony is going to buy any though…
Pandie: I happen to prefer it… now… Let’s get started.
Wally: *ear twitches* … Is that so? Then I guess you won’t mind if I just… *reaches for the coffee cup clutched in Pandie’s hands*
Pandie: *SNAP!! She snaps her jaws at his hand, missing just barely* Don’t touch that.
Wally: *pulls his hand back and snickers* Hehehe, yeah yeah yeah. Come on, I’ll show you how to make a “Wally-style” cup of coffee….. *grimaces* …. And… I guess you’ll have to teach me the disturbing ways for brewing grass water properly..
Pandie: I’m glad you see things my way~
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It was a new day for Walter as he flipped the open sign to the cafe that morning, signalling the start of the day. Thanks to the concern and kindness of his friends, his cafe looked… amazing. Rasta had sat with him during the renovation period in his office and continued to help him with his organization and bookkeeping skills. He now knew how to keep a ledger of all his employees hours, had a system for bills and a brand new shredder for the enjoyment of discarding unwanted junk.
    Mako and the other stallions worked hard getting the roof fixed and reshingled. With the new roof, came a new ceiling, which was now a nice sleek modern style rather than the old worn and torn hippie era gaudiness that it was. The water damage to the boards supporting it was finally fixed and with it, the rain buckets were no longer needed. It felt good putting them away for hopefully that last time, like discarding old worries that no longer need be a concern.The water damage repair had revealed several problem with the electricity that were immediately addressed, leaving new wiring in the wake of the old fire hazardous ones.
    Even Walter’s apartment was newly renovated, much to his chagrin. The girls would not let up on him, unhappy with how he was not taking care of himself much, and gave it a mare’s touch. Even Rasta worked up the courage to deal with the monster hiding in his fridge finally, though she didn’t think she could look at tater tot casserole the same way again. They cleaned up, washed dishes, threw out trash and put things in order, all while the boys dealt with the mold and flooring issues in his bedroom. They even took the time to dust and redisplay his models, placing them back on the now cleaned up shelf.
    Heading downstairs in the cafe area, the kitchen and sitting area had also had a huge makeover. The walls had been completely torn down and replaced, the moldy drywall and lumber having been discarded as discreetly as possible as not to draw attention to it. The cafe had a new paint job in place, getting rid of the weird off colours and chipping paint that hadn’t been replaced since the 50’s. It had a more comfortable feel, something warm and inviting without being to blaring and all over the place. Even the kitchen was new, all cleaned up and ready to be used, lined up with new equipment. The friends all pitched in to help cover the costs, even Midnight helped, putting in quite a bit of funds and helping to install everything. They were quite adamant in their ‘NO’ when Wally offered to pay them back, standing their grounds against the larger stallion. He couldn’t win against them all and relented, grumbling about it, but still thankful for their generosity and help.
    Finally, the sign that hung proudly above the entrance. The ‘Whole Latte Love’ was no more, much to the pleasure and relief of a few of them. Now, ‘The Friendly Bean’ took its place, and with it a new start… sorta. Despite the new renovations, business was still very, very slow. And while normally one wouldn’t complain too much, the money that was spent on everything meant funds were getting really low. That was something that needed to change… and soon.
    Today was no exception, as the clock slowly ticked by. Wally and Pandie were working together but just like before, there wasn’t much business giving them plenty of free time. While Wally was sweeping up the front area again, his ears perked at the sound of the clattering of dishes and pots and pans hitting together. Followed shortly after was the sound of grumbles and cursing.
Wally: *raises an eyebrow and calls out to the back* …. Pandie? You okay back there?
Pandie: I’m...fine! GAH! Tartarus dammit! I’ll be out in a moment.
Wally: …. Okaaay? Do you.. need some assistance with something? Reaching a high shelf perhaps? *with a snicker*
Pandie: *pokes her head out, she has flour patches on her face* Hmph! I’m not short, you’re just a tree…
Wally: Uh huh… Is that why you insisted we get a step ladder? *tilts head to the side* Were you….. cooking something?
Pandie: *Grumbles and rolls her eyes* Yes, Walter. I’m done now.
Wally: Oh? What did you make?
    Pandie stepped out from the kitchen holding something on a plate that looked like… what WAS that? It looked like something the King of Tartarus dropped in the toilet first thing in the morning.
Pandie: What does it look like?
Wally: Uuuuh…. I can’t really tell. Is it still alive?
Pandie: No, it is not alive! I need your opinion.
Wally: On what? Where to bury it?
Pandie: *fluffs up* No! Eat it.
Wally: *scrunches up his muzzle and steps away* Uh uh… I don’t want to die today…
Pandie: Walter!
Wally: *groans* Okay fiiiine.. I guess it’s good you are… trying. *picks up the turd shaped pastry and taps it against the plate, making a loud clinking noise* …. It’s hard as a rock.
Pandie: I accidently left it in a little too long…
Wally: Hmm. We’ll work on that, no worries. *sniffs it before attempting to take a bite, crunching it loudly in his mouth* ………………..
Pandie: Well? It’s not the best but I--
Wally: *gags a little before picking up the trash can and spitting the contents into it* BLECK! Oh sweet goddesses… What was that?! And I thought Miss Kiwi’s cooking was retched... *shivers and spits a couple more times*
Pandie: Mmm..!! Jeez, Walter, could you be more brutal? I don’t think Tartarus has enough of your *air quotes* ‘Sick burns’ to stoke its fires.
Wally: I thought I was being generous… Have you even tasted this yet?!
Pandie: No. While I can eat and sometimes do, I don’t need to, so I generally don’t…
Wally: *holds the pastry in front of Pandie’s face* You really need to try this.. If I try selling this, ponies are gonna start thinking we are trying to poison them! What if the health inspector saw this?!
    As if he was summoned, a familiar tall hippogriff walked through the door. Pulling on his gloves, Classy Sommelier looked up and had to do a double take. Was.. this the right place? It can’t be… it looked so… refined, rejuvenated. It was, to put it in short terms, beautiful. He had to look at the sign outside to make sure. The name...wasn’t the same. Was he in the wrong place?
Classy: Um… I’m looking for the ‘Whole Latte Love?”
Wally: *looks over, placing the pastry on back on Pandie’s plate* Oh! Hello, it’s good to see you again…. sir!
Classy: Oh! I am in the right place. I must say, Mr. Nutt, I’m impressed.
Wally: *smiles sheepishly* Hehe, oh yeah. When redoing the roof and walls from the water damage, we thought that everything needed to be a updated. It’s amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do to a place!
Classy: Yes, well, I must say these improvements are quite remarkable...and in such a short time!
Wally: It’s also amazing what you can accomplish with friends, hehehe~ Here, I’ll show you around!
Classy: Yes, please. I still want to inspect and make sure everything is up to code *Looks down at Pandie and the...interesting treat in her hand* Are you selling….baked goods?
Wally: *eyes go wide* O-oh! No no no, that’s uh… my breakfast! *takes the rock hard pastry and shoves it in his mouth, crunching it loudly, giving a weak smile* Mmmm… N-Nutritious!
Pandie: *stares at him before turning to look away* ….Snrk...Pfttt hehehehe~
Classy: Ah. I shall pick something up later then. *He walks off toward the back room*
Pandie: heheheh...Ahahaha! You should go back there ehehe~.
Wally: *waits until Classy is out of sight before picking up the trash can and spitting the contents in his mouth into it* Bleck! Hrrmmm… This isn’t over, Pandie…. *before heading back to follow Classy*
Pandie: I’ve already won…~ *goes to stand behind the counter*
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    Classy was taken about by how much everything improved in a month’s time. He was quite pleased that everything was cleaned up, replaced and repaired. It was looking like a proper cafe now. With his inspections complete, and himself satisfied with the results, he present Wally with his new grade and deemed everything within code.
Classy: I must congratulate you again. Most ponies don’t go so above and beyond my expectations.
Wally: *shakes Classy’s hand* Thank you, sir, for taking the time to come here today. I know before it was more of an inconvenience, with your expecting wife and all. How did that go?
Classy: We have had our egg and it hatched into a beautiful male chick~.
Wally: Oh, how wonderful! Congratulations!
Pandie: You must be very proud to finally be a father.
Classy: Yes~ We are looking forward to raising our first chick very much...I must ask you before I go… did you not have more than one employee?
Wally: I had three at the time but.. Umm.. unfortunately we had to let Miss Bark go. *smiling, trying his hardest to look sincere*
Classy: I don’t blame you. I may be a friend of her father’s, but even I find her to be a spoiled brat.
Pandie: That’s being ‘generous’...
Wally: *ear twitches* Heheh, yes indeed. Well, I hope you have a wonderful day, sir.
Classy: You as well. Make sure to display that grade somewhere everypony can see.
Wally: I’ll be sure to hang it up right away!
    With that, Classy took his leave again, leaving Pandie and Wally alone once more.
Pandie: I take it it went well?
Wally: *goes into the back, coming back with a nail and hammer* Mmhmm! Very good actually! We got an A, which means we should have no issues with keeping customers… once we actually get some that is..
Pandie: Hmmm… I have been thinking about that. Perhaps, it is also time to expand your menu.
Wally: *ears perk* What’s wrong with my menu? It’s been this way for years..! *glancing up at the black chalkboard menu on wall, stating the 7 or so items that they serve here*
Pandie: Nothing, but I believe your competitors have you beat on...variety. Perhaps offering new options will help.
Wally: Hmm…. *rubs the back of his head, thinking* I guess that’s not a bad idea. Maybe do a new flavor of the week or something?
Pandie: That and offering more than just coffee options…
Wally: ……………. Like your….*uses air quotes* “baked goods”?
Pandie: Ugh….not this again...I got the message the first time…
Wally: Mmhmm.. That reminds me. I have been getting a few… concerns. You are a very studious, hard working employee and I love your work ethic but…. you really aren’t at that good at making coffee, Pandie.
Pandie: Hmph… I don’t see anypony complaining…
Wally: Well, I am. Do you even drink coffee?
Pandie: No. I’ve tried and it all tastes like disgusting, gross, oily swill to me.
Wally: *huffs* Well, obviously, you haven’t tried my coffee.
Pandie: I feel I should keep it that way…
Wally: Don’t be ridiculous! *goes to one of the machines and starts making a cup* If you are going to work here, you have to at least know what the coffee is suppose to taste like.
Pandie: You are quite full of yourself in this regard, aren’t you? Walter, I’m fine…
Wally: *pumps a few different flavors and stirs his concoction together before handing the cup to Pandie* And you have been missing out on the simple joys of a good cup of coffee. Here! I added some black walnut and caramel extract. It’s the house blend, I think you’ll like it~
Pandie: ...Now you’re just being narcissistic.
Wally: Maybe. But why don’t you take a sip and then try to tell me I’m wrong~? *with a smug grin, folding his arms*
Pandie: I reaaaally don’t want to… *holding the cup away from her face*
Wally: Please. I insist.
Pandie: You’re not going to let this go until I do, will you?
Wally: *shakes his head and grins* Not like I have anything better to do, right?
Pandie: Ugh...fine.
    Pandie held the cup to her nose, sniffing at it. It didn’t smell bad at least. That was a good sign...right? Grimacing, she placed it to her lips, takes a small sip of it. She pulled it away, looking at it, before taking another sip, tail lazily wagging behind her.
Wally: *ears perk* Well? What do you think?
Pandie: …. *She is still holding the cup, but is silent*
Wally: *looks confused before reaching for the cup* …. If you don’t like it, I can just pour it out…
Pandie: *Her claws grip it tighter and she lets out a low growl, keeping it close* Grrr….
Wally: *pulls back his hand suddenly, wide eyed* Okaaaaaay then! I take it you like it..?
Pandie: If it be true thee hadst a cutiemark, it would beest the visage of the gods, smiling down upon this cuppeth of coffee.
Wally: *fluffs up slightly, staring at Pandie with a confused, slightly concerned expression*...... umm.. Thank you?
Pandie: *clears her throat* Sorry… habit. Yes, I like it.
Wally: Uh.. Good! Hahaha, then the next step is to teach you of all ponies how to make it! Now we aren’t looking for perfection, but something close is better than nothing~
Pandie: Careful, Walter. Your ego’s hanging out…
Wally: What? I told you, I make a damn good cup of coffee!
Pandie: And now you’re going to learn to make other drink options as well...correct? That includes cold beverages, teas--
Wally: UGH! No! Why would I serve tea at a cafe?!
Pandie: Because, as much as I know it is hard for you to comprehend this, most cafes also serve more than coffee.
Wally: ….. Blasphemy. Who would want to buy some nasty, bitter grass water when going to a coffee house?
Pandie: Ponies that don’t exactly enjoy drinking nasty, bitter bean water.
Wally: *GAAAAASP* H-How dare you! *looking overly, almost comically offended*
Pandie: *smirks* You’ll get over it, Wally. If I have to learn something, so do you.
Wally: *eye twitches* …. I-I’m the owner of this establishment… *grumbles*
Pandie: When have I ever cared?
Wally: *groans, rubbing his temples, thinking about it* Hrrmmmmmm….. Fine. I’ll think about adding.. *groans* ugh.. tea to the menu. I doubt any pony is going to buy any though…
Pandie: I happen to prefer it… now… Let’s get started.
Wally: *ear twitches* … Is that so? Then I guess you won’t mind if I just… *reaches for the coffee cup clutched in Pandie’s hands*
Pandie: *SNAP!! She snaps her jaws at his hand, missing just barely* Don’t touch that.
Wally: *pulls his hand back and snickers* Hehehe, yeah yeah yeah. Come on, I’ll show you how to make a “Wally-style” cup of coffee….. *grimaces* …. And… I guess you’ll have to teach me the disturbing ways for brewing grass water properly..
Pandie: I’m glad you see things my way~
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Yay! They passed the health inspection! Hopefully now they can start getting new customers.... but how? Find out next time!

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