So what do we take from this spicy slice of real life?
Maybe this: kindness is currency. Whether you’re serving or being served, respect should always be on the table. A good attitude costs nothing. But arrogance — from either side — always comes with a price.
Because in the end, a ten-dollar tip isn’t about percentages. It’s about principles. And once manners leave the room, no amount of money can make the meal feel right again.