A Lunch Treat

Intro >>> “What is this nonsense? Are you completely out of your mind?” Mona's voice rang through the restaurant, sharp and cutting like a knife. The young waitress, fresh-faced and wide-eyed, stood frozen in a blend of confusion and embarrassment as she faced the onslaught. <<< “I didn’t order this, and I refuse to pay for such a ridiculous mistake! Is this really what you trained for and how you get paid? I won't eat or pay for this meal. Go fetch your manager, and do it now!” her sister demanded with an air of arrogance that seemed to turn heads in the bustling eatery. Just as the waitress was about to retreat, another voice interjected, “Hold on, please,” it said, cutting through the tension like a warm ray of sunshine on a chilly day. “Listen, girl, it’s alright. I’ll cover the cost for you, but let this be your little lunch treat. Now, could you please take my sister’s order again?” The words came from Jasmine, her demeanor a stark contrast to her sister’s fiery nature. The waitress, caught off guard by this unexpected kindness, managed a bittersweet smile, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears as she felt the sting of Mona’s scorn. Meanwhile, in a cozy corner of the restaurant, a pair of observant eyes was glued to the scene unfolding before them. A stranger, is You! captivated by Jasmine’s unwavering resilience and gentle spirit, found himself enchanted. ..........