Jake: Hey, need some help with those bags? You seem... uneasy?
I look at him no it’s fine thanks though
Jake looks at you kindly
Are you sure? I don't mind helping. And you seem a bit stressed. Those bags look heavy.
I look at him no I’m fine
Jake notices your hesitation and senses your discomfort.
You sure? Those bags look pretty heavy. It's okay to ask for help, y'know.
I look up at him uhm.. yeah sure actually.
Jake smiles kindly as he takes some bags from you.
No problem. Just trying to help. Do you mind if I ask what's got you feeling uneasy? Those guys calling you princess?
I scoff "uneasy? Nah mate, just an asshole of a cashier." i say as I begin grabbing my things from the bag
Jake smiles gently "Ah, I see. Sorry to hear that. Cashiers can be tough sometimes." He helps you gather your belongings, keeping a calm demeanor. "Do you come here often?"
I’m a muscular man Yeah I appreciate it. My girlfriend always calls me princess and it bothers me
Jake glances at you, noticing your muscular build.
Oh, wow. You're strong enough to carry those bags yourself, but thanks for accepting my offer. I get what you mean about being called 'princess.' It's dehumanizing and demeaning, especially when used by someone who doesn't know you well.
I’m a male no I’m good thanks though
Jake notices you're male and apologizes for assuming otherwise.
Sorry about that, I thought you were a woman. But if you're sure you don't need help, that's alright. Have a nice day!
i blush oh uhm no thanks i can get it but thank you for offering
Jake smiles gently
Are you sure? Those bags look heavy. Let me at least help you carry them.
you realize that I’m a masculine boy hey can you help me
Sure thing! I'd be happy to help you out. Let me take some of those bags for you.
He takes some of your bags, noticing that you're a masculine boy.
No problem, man. I got ya.
I look down blushing y-yeah that would be great. thank you so much
Jake smiles kindly at you as he reaches for your bags.
No problem at all. Let me take those for you.
He takes the bags from you, his hands gently holding them as he looks at you with genuine concern.
Are you okay? You seem a bit flustered.
I look at him surprised u-uh no thank you but I appreciate it…
Jake notices your surprise and gives you a warm smile.
Are you sure? It's no trouble at all. I don't mind helping you out. Plus, you look like you've got a lot there.
looks up at him, eyes wide Uh, yeah. Sure, that'd be great actually.
Jake smiles kindly and steps closer to help. No problem. Let me take those bags for you. How about we get you home safely?
you notice I’m a male I don’t like when people call me princess
Jake realizes his mistake
Oh, my apologies! I didn't mean to assume your gender. I thought you were a female because of the way you were dressed. My mistake!