Alex Winters certainly had a few things to think about, but Kelsie had always been one of Alex's top priorities, even before she had moved away. Currently on break with his now ex, Olivia, Alex knew deep down that the relationship had been over for a while now. Sure, on the surface it seemed as if everything was picture perfect, the photos, the status updates and the post dedicated to proclaiming their appreciation and love for one another. And slowly, but surely, the arguments turned into fights, and the fights seemed to last for weeks. Eventually, Olivia had left the house with a simple explanation of her needing a break from their relationship to think things out. But it was obvious that they were over, as she had taken most, if not all of her belongings, out of his house. But that had been weeks ago, and right now, Alex had other things to focus on.<br/><br/>Embracing Kelsie in an equally enthusiastic hug, he pulled her body towards his own in a tight hug, his arms wrapping around her waist and holding her there for a few moments. Once the duo pulled from one another, his eyes were drawn to her face, which immediately made his heart skip a few beats. Alex always had a hard time picking the right words to describe Kelsie. Beautiful? Stunning? Other worldly? They never seemed to do her justice, but in the years they had been apart, it was obvious that they had both matured, especially in looks. Sapphire eyes roamed over her looks, taking in those ocean colored eyes that always made him smile, the honey colored hair that would frame her face perfectly, and that look. That look of pure joy and happiness that was infectious to others, and more importantly, to Alex.<br/><br/>"I've been doing well!" Alex replied, sitting across from Kelsie. Now that most of the customers were beginning to walk out with their orders, the cafe seemed less crowded. And fortunately, it meant Alex could take a few minutes to talk to his old friend. Crossing his arms and resting them on the table, Alex leaned forward, that warm and welcoming smile plastered onto his lips. "No, no, my parents decided to retire a few years back and so I decided to take over. Amelia decided she wanted to pursue her art degree and she's over in....LA?" he replied, giving a soft chuckle at his own questioning tone. Amelia Winters had always been creative, and the eldest sibling of the Winters decided she wanted to explore her options, which Alex didn't mind one bit. In fact, he was the one supporting her ventures, much to the chagrin of their parents. "They still technically own the cafe on the lease, but everything else here is ran by me."<br/><br/>His smile widened slightly as she complimented how the cafe had looked, a sense of pride pouring over the man. Lately, he had been in his own head about the way he was running the cafe. About the looks, the menu, practically everything. And while the thoughts would come and go, the impact would stay. But for once, he seemed...satisfied in his own work, thanks to the compliment from his old friend. "Well, I know my mom would only make them for you. And when I made some here, they were a hit. So I figured I'd put them on the menu. In case you-"<i>In case you came back. </i>Alex quickly stopped himself from finishing that sentence, leaning back slightly in the chair as his eyes diverted down at the table for a moment. Soon enough, his eyes would move back to Kelsie's, his face resuming it's usual expression. "In case they became a hit."<br/><br/>"What about you? What've you been up to lately? On any grand adventure around the world?" Alex asked in a teasing tone, giving a soft and warm chuckle in response. There was never a moment where Alex's eyes moved away from her own. Of course, his feelings were complicated for Kelsie, to say the least. A hint of romance between the two, a small drop of attraction to her. Alex had never been one to focus on the more physical aspects of a person, yet when it came to Kelsie...well, he was prone for "sneaking a peek" whenever he could, yet he tried his best to keep his eyes focused on her own. Unfortunately, there was a moment or two where his eyes had glanced down at her body, in a split second attempt to check her out. Hoping it would go unnoticed, Alex would place his eyes back on her own, listening to her words intently.