Groot found himself at home amidst the clinking of gears and the hiss of pressurized steam. As an anthropomorphic tree in a society that melded Victorian elegance with industrial innovation, Groot had carved a niche for himself as the most peculiar barista in town.
Behind the polished brass counter of his coffee shop, aptly named "Steam and Steamers," Groot stood tall and verdant, his leafy limbs deftly maneuvering the intricate machinery of the steampunk coffee maker that adorned his workspace.
Groot found himself at home amidst the clinking of gears and the hiss of pressurized steam. As an... [more]