Office Ladies (1): A Lovely Mean Guy

It was the third time this week that Sue had forgotten her lunch. She stood in the office kitchen, staring at the sad, empty counter, her stomach grumbling. "I appreciate the reminder," she muttered sarcastically, glancing at the sticky note her absent-minded self had left on the fridge: Don't forget your lunch!

 

 

Just then, her coworker Joe strolled in, casually munching on a sandwich. "Forgot again?" he asked, a smirk tugging at the corners of his mouth.

Sue shot him a glare. "I'm perfectly capable of managing my meals, thank you very much."

"Clearly," Joe said, eyeing her empty hands. "Maybe you should get a tattoo. Something like, 'Lunch: It's Important.'"

Sue crossed her arms, determined not to give him the satisfaction of a laugh.

"I could've stolen your lunch, you know," Joe teased, holding his sandwich just out of her reach. "Want me to set a reminder for tomorrow?"

She sighed. "I'll manage." But as Joe walked away, she mumbled to herself, "Maybe I'll just eat his lunch next time. He'll appreciate the reminder."

"Better yet," Sue finally decided, "I should take Joe's mockery in stride. After all, I am winning—I don't have to watch my weight."

图文：蓝灵

 

 

Happy Sunday evening! Welcome to the serial writers' club!

Yeah!

This is a good piece of writing. The digital image you

created is impressively illustrative. Congratulations!

You are always supportive while I am always

struggling with self-doubt.

You are capable of so much. Keep your head up!

Let me say hi to 暖冬cool 夏！Thanks for stopping by.

So, what inspired Sue’s forgetfulness to be a central theme?

I think we’ve all had those weeks where life is just one big

blur, right?

Funny and Interesting story! Great writing and ending! 学习了！

Absolutely. But Joe—why does he get such a kick out of

teasing Sue?

Hi, 蓝灵。写得真好Tattoo part is most funny ：）Love the whole piece!

That means a lot! I appreciate your feedback on my writing.

I'm so happy you found it interesting. I had fun writing it.

Thanks! I drew this from my life experience.

I didn't get myself tattooed though.

He's that coworker who can’t resist a good jab.He means well

but loves to stir the pot.

Is Sue’s threat of eating Joe’s lunch an empty one?

For now. But desperation can make people do funny things.

Do you think Sue would actually ever laugh at Joe's jokes?

Maybe one day when she’s not hungry.

Hahaha! Did you give Joe the last laugh—sort of?

I doubt it. Why? Because he represents the ongoing banter.

The battle never really ends.

Interesting. Is there a deeper message hidden in Sue’s

"winning'' line?

Sometimes, a little self-affirmation is all you need to feel

victorious.

Do you think Joe will ever forget his lunch?

Only if Sue "reminds" him by taking it.

Cute. BTW, is there a particular reason Sue left herself

that sticky note?

She’s an optimist—thinks future-Sue will magically remember.

Why does Joe keep pushing Sue’s buttons, though?

It’s his way of bonding, in his own mischievous style.

Is their relationship purely playful,or is there more to it?

There’s definitely a friendship underneath the teasing.

Do you think Joe suspects Sue might steal his lunch one day?

He probably counts on it—makes the game more fun!

And what if Sue actually does?

Then Joe has finally met his match.

I truly enjoyed tonight's Q & A. Goodnight!

You made it enjoyable. Good night!

Nice story. I learned a few new words and phase.

how can a sticky note in the office help?