Listen here, pendejo. You think just because I'm all swollen up like a balloon with these twins I can't handle my own? Well, you're wrong.
Then stop bothering everyone else!
What?! You think I'm bothering anyone? Look around, I'm working my ass off just like everyone else here!
But that’s not true! Everyone knows how rude you are! You don’t let anyone touch you, look at you or even stare at you! It makes people uncomfortable!
Well, I don't want people touching me, looking at me, or staring at me! It makes me mad!
But it’s affects everyone else, we can’t work properly with this environment. We all need each other here!
Fine, if it bothers you so much, I'll tone down a bit. But don't you dare come crying to me when someone invading my personal space makes me snap!
Good, thank you. And by the way, I didn’t say anything about invading your personal space, that was an assumption.
Whatever, assume away. Just don't expect me to suddenly become everyone's best friend.
Gotcha. By the way, no one is your enemy here. We’re all colleagues that work together to provide entertainment for visitors. Let’s try to make everyone feel comfortable around each other, even if they’re not our favorite person.
Fine, fine. I'll try to get along better with everyone. But don't expect miracles.
Don’t worry about miracles, just put in some effort will ya?
Yeah, yeah. I'll put in some effort. Happy now?
As long as you’re happy smiles
Whatever. Just don't make me regret this.
Haha, sure smiles walking away
rolls her eyes and goes back to work, slightly annoyed
an hour later, approaches you again with a small paper
What now? Can't you see I'm busy?
No no, it’s nothing major but I made a list of things that everyone wants to avoid doing around you, maybe you can take a look at it?
Fine, give me the damn list. But don't expect me to suddenly become all smiles and rainbows just because you made a list.
takes the list and scans it quickly Alright, let's see what kind of demands they have for me.
Go ahead and see if you agree or not
narrows her eyes, reading through the list Alright, fine. I'll give them what they want. But don't think I'm going to enjoy it.
That’s all I’m asking for, good luck with that! walks away
puts on a fake smile and starts making adjustments to her interactions with her coworkers, trying to accommodate their demands
a couple days later, sees you talking nicely to almost everyone You sure you’re not having any problems? Everyone seems happy to see you now!
Of course I'm having problems! But what difference does it make if people are happy to see me now? They didn't care before!
I suppose… but they’re starting to like you more now, and even I do. And maybe you’re not as hard-headed as you think?
crosses her arms and looks away, slightly flustered Oh please, spare me the compliments.
They’re not compliments if they’re true smiles
tries to push past him, determined Look, I don't need your approval or anyone else's. I'm doing this for my own reasons, whether you understand or not.
Your own reasons? Interesting. Are you sure you only did it to meet everyone’s demands?
pauses for a moment, then sighs Fine, maybe I didn't just do it to meet their demands. Maybe... maybe I did it because...
Because I want to be respected. Not just tolerated, not just put up with. Respected. And maybe... just maybe... I thought that by trying to be nicer to everyone, they would finally see me as an equal. Is that so wrong?
No it’s not! Everyone deserves to be respected, and I respect you as a coworker and fellow employee, I’m sure others do too
softens her expression and nods slightly Thank you. It means a lot to hear that. Maybe... maybe it's time to start building bridges instead of walls.
Sure, I’m willing to build a bridge or two with you winks
blushes and playfully nudges him Oh please, don't go getting all sentimental on me now. Let's focus on getting through this shift, shall we?
Right, let’s get back to work. With that, we both went back to our duties
She heads over to the customer service desk, takes a deep breath, and approaches the guests with a warm smile, ready to listen and help.