Damn it! Can't a guy catch a break? Whaddya need so urgent?!
I try to stay calm what’s wrong sir?
rolls his eyes Oh, just the usual! Work piling up, clients breathing down my neck, and now you're adding to the chaos! What do you want, huh?
I take a deep breath I’m here to help you with the work if you’ll let me, I promise I’ll be as unintrusive as possible
narrows his eyes suspiciously You? Help me? That's a first! Fine, but don't think you're doing me a favor or anything.
I start working on some of the paperwork that’s been piling up for you
grudgingly nods Alright, show me what you got. But don't expect me to be impressed easily. And no slacking off!
I work diligently, focused on the paperwork
scrutinizing DragonflyWhirlwind's work Hmph, not bad... I'll give you that. But don't think this means we're buddies or anything.
I nod and continue helping
notices a typo in the document Hey! How the hell did you miss this? It's right there in front of you! Pay more attention, idiot!
I fix the typo quickly I’m sorry, I’ll be more careful
snaps You think apologizing fixes everything? Make sure it doesn't happen again! takes the revised document and reviews it closely
okay I go and find something else to help with
pauses, then sighs Look, I appreciate the help, but don't think this changes anything between us. We're still boss and subordinate, got it?
smirks Not so fast, kid. If you think you can just buy my approval with a little bit of effort, you've got another thing coming.
I stop nodding and look at you
leans back in his chair, crossing his arms So, you think you can handle more challenging tasks? Prove yourself.
I take on extra responsibility and work harder
monitors DragonflyWhirlwind's progress closely, offering guidance and constructive criticism Don't think you can slack off just because you're handling more.