Private Finished New Friendship & A Cherry on Top

Levina answered Cosette's question like she wasn't used to being asked that question, or just not used to answering. It was all facts and work, nothing that personal. It didn't bother Cosette too greatly, and she actually admired Levina's organisational skills. It was an impressive feat of scheduling and memorization, and Cosette nodded along as the other woman spoke.
"You're very on top of everything, I'm impressed."
Cosette commented, truly meaning her words and she also looked impressed. But in her mind she made a note to try and ask Levina that question every time they met, and see if she could get the woman to answer how she felt today, or her opinion on things.

"A request? Of course, how can I help?"
Cosette answered with little to no hesitation, curious to hear what this "personal order" was.

Seeing Levina like this reminded Cosette of...of herself. When she had thought she was in love with the man that had ended up kidnapping her. The sight made Cosette smile, but it also stirred some painful memories that brought up emotions, that Cosette made sure to keep away from her expression. She listened intently, and nodded.

"It'd be an honour to help you with this, Levina."
Cosette said gently, a fond expression on her face. Cosette was extremely happy and touched that Levina trusted her enough to make something for someone so special.
"I think I may have the perfect thing in mind. A cake called Opera, it's a chilled desert made of sponge cake, coffee syrup and dark chocolate ganache. Technically challenging, but I have made it and my master praised it. Would that suit your needs?"
Cosette was getting excited for this. Opera was an old cake, classical and fancy like Levina wished. It was often served as a sophisticated dessert, so it would most probably be what Levina wanted.

"Certainly, I can easily mix in some rum. Rum goes well with chocolate, I can mix it in with the coffee syrup so the sponge cake has the nice aroma and taste of rum."
Cosette explained, actually happy for the added challenge. She had used wine in cooking and baking before but not rum, but she knew how it and alcohol in general worked in baking. Cosette was determined to succeed.

"I will give you the bill after I've made the cake and the customer has been confirmed happy with the product. Please don't worry, leave it to me."
Cosette reassured Levina, since the other woman seemed anxious. Cosette's tone remained soft and friendly, but she tried to use bit more official words, hoping it would calm Levina.
"As I explained, Opera is a chilled cake, so it should be delivered as fresh as possible. If you wish I can deliver it personally to an address on the day of your choosing, so I can bake it on that very same day."

Cosette's relief mirrored Levina's, when she saw that the other woman relaxed. Cosette didn't show her relief, though, she just patiently waited while Levina checked something on her phone. It didn't take long for Levina to find what she had been looking for or checking, and Cosette returned her smile.

"I will make it as perfect as possible with my abilities. Thank you for trusting me with this, I will make certain you won't regret it."
Cosette said, her tone and expression touched and happy yet determined, as she received the note Levina had wrote the needed information on. Cosette could see how hard it was for Levina to trust someone else, Cosette could relate. It wasn't hard for her to place trust in people, but it was hard for her to rely on others. And for Levina to do that with Cosette, someone she had only recently met but already trusted enough, was remarkable and moved Cosette tremendously.
"I will keep you posted on my progress, and if you want you can taste some of the test pieces I will make. So you can make sure I am performing up to your standards."
Cosette offered with a chuckle, because she was certain that it would make Levina feel better to have a part in the process, for her to at least some control and ways to be involved.

"You're very welcome. With your input the cake is sure to become delicious."
Cosette answered, now slipping back to more informal, friendly way of speech, since Levina seemed to be feeling more comfortable again. Cosette started to suspect that Levina was in fact in love or at least attracted to her employer. Cosette didn't judge, she believed that love shouldn't depend on social or monetary or any kind of other status. Cosette was quite the romanticist, despite being hesitant about romance in her own case.

"Thank you, Levina. Knowing you have my back is extremely reassuring."
Cosette said softly with a happy smile. She could tell that this was out of character for Levina, that the woman was almost embarrassed. Cosette felt like they had known each other for longer than they actually had, she often felt like that with people because she was observant. With Levina it was a nice feeling.