“A store assistant brought my wife to tears by being rude when she simply asked about a job opening. Hearing what happened, I knew I had to do something to support my wife and make sure the assistant reconsidered how she treats others.
This is a story about standing up for the ones you love. My name is Thomas, and my wife, Emma, has always had an eye for fashion. Her wardrobe is a testament to her impeccable taste—she really knows her stuff when it comes to the latest trends!
In fact, she’s the one who often picks out my clothes. Not because it’s her job, but because she enjoys it. And honestly, I always look great, so I’m not complaining!
Emma has tried different jobs over the years—receptionist, nurse (though that was short-lived), and even dabbled in art. But something was always missing. Recently, she decided to turn her passion for fashion into a career and began looking for a job in retail, thinking it would be a perfect fit.
One day, she came home upset and told me what had happened. Emma had noticed a famous lingerie store with a ‘Now Hiring’ sign. Excited, she went in to inquire, but her excitement quickly turned to disappointment. When she approached the sales assistant, the woman barely acknowledged her. Emma, still hopeful, asked about the job application process, but the assistant rudely dismissed her.
Emma was heartbroken. She came home in tears, devastated by the unkind remark. It was hard to see her so upset.
I held her close and tried to comfort her. ‘Don’t let her words get to you, love. You’re talented and have so much to offer.’ But Emma couldn’t understand why the assistant had been so harsh. ‘I just wanted to apply for a job. I didn’t deserve that,’ she said.
Seeing her so dejected made me determined to support her. No one should make Emma feel this way! I decided it was time to boost her confidence and remind her of her worth.
Over the next few days, I reached out to my friend Mike, who works in the fashion industry, and he was more than willing to help. ‘That’s really unfortunate. Let’s do something to show her how talented Emma is,’ Mike said.
A few days later, we put our plan into action. Dressed sharply with Emma’s help, I visited the lingerie store, ensuring the same assistant was working that day. I pretended to browse, waiting for the right moment. When the store was less busy, I approached her with a friendly smile.
‘Hello, I’m looking to buy something special for my wife. Could you help me pick out a few things?’ I asked. The assistant’s demeanor changed instantly, seeing a potential big sale. She became attentive and started showing me various items.
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