“Bum, what do you want?” he said sternly. “I just need to warm up and maybe get something to eat,” Richard remarked, maintaining a steady tone. The guard gave a headshake. “This isn’t a shelter for the homeless. You must leave this place. Right now.Richard remained composed. All I’m requesting is some food. Could you give Tom a call? I believe he would assist me. The guard gave a sour laugh. “Tom? The moment he sees you, he will throw you out. Richard muttered, “Please,” hoping for a modest gesture of goodwill. After letting out a long sigh and rolling his eyes as though the work were easy, the guard called Tom at last. As he waited, Richard looked at the cozy-looking couch next to him and considered taking a seat.He was about to approach it when the Richard took a step back to his place and nodded. Shortly afterward, a young lady entered the structure. She smiled warmly at the security guy and turned to go to the elevator when she noticed Richard. She stopped, observing his weathered look, and her face softened.The woman hesitated, her eyes worried. “Are you okay, sir? Do you require assistance? Richard paused. “I just need to warm up and, if I can, get some water and maybe something to eat.”She gave him a bottle of water right away. “Take this here.
Come with me to the office. There, we have food. Richard examined the bottle. He remarked, “But it’s your water.” “There’s no issue,” she assured him. “Come with me, please.” The guard intervened as Richard moved. “Tom instructed that no one enter without his consent.”The woman scowled. However, all this man wants is to eat. Sir, what is your name? “Richie.” She reiterated, “Richie just wants to eat.” The guard folded his arms. “Tom is now coming down.” This jerk isn’t leaving until then.The woman’s face became stern. “What a show of disrespect! Like you and me, he is a human being.
What justifies treating him differently? The elevator doors opened before the guard could react, and Tom got out, annoyed. “What’s happening here?” he insisted. Richard talked softly, “Sir, good afternoon. All I wanted was some food and to warm up. Tom’s expression curled with contempt. “Do I appear to be a volunteer? Leave this place! Right now! You’re damaging the company’s image. What happens if a client notices a sour attitude at work?The woman made an effort to think. “But he just wants to eat, Tom.”Tom abruptly turned against her. “And, Lindsay, what does it mean to you? You are merely a helper! Return to your job! Instead of waiting for an answer, Tom yelled at the guard. “Get him out.” And you follow,” he said, gesturing to the woman.
Richard, a little shivering from the cold, walked to the rear entrance. A few minutes later, the same woman who had aided him before emerged with a kind grin.”Leave. A pleasant little restaurant is close by. The cuisine is excellent, but it’s not very elegant,” she remarked, gesturing to the street. Appreciative of her generosity, Richard followed her. “I’m not even sure how to express my gratitude. “You mean Lindsay?” he inquired, attempting to recall her name.She shook her head and grinned. Actually, my name is Nancy. Tom never does things correctly. Every day he comes up with a new name for me. I suppose that’s how he finds it simpler. You don’t really need to thank me, though. The least I can do is this. For a while, they strolled in quiet.
After hesitating, Richard said, “Thank you. Do you make so much money that you can simply buy food for a stranger?Nancy let out a sigh as her smile dimmed a bit. “Not at all. During my interview, Tom assured me that the pay would be significantly greater. However, he eventually concluded that it was excessive for a recent college graduate. Richard was furious and balled his fists beneath the table. Richard no longer recognized the person Tom had become. Nancy hastily added, “But it’s no big deal to treat you,” after noticing his look. I’ve always learned from my grandmother that being kind has its own benefits. I enjoy assisting, even if it’s not.Nancy stammered and reddened slightly. Yes, that most likely sounded offensive. I didn’t intend to.Richard arrived at