An Honor To Serve

(I’m ringing up an older man who is buying a few things, bringing his total to about $12.)

Customer #1: “That doesn’t seem right. I thought the fish food was cheaper.”

(Before I can say anything, he rushes off to that aisle, leaving Customer #2, a young serviceman, waiting.)

Customer #2: “I’ve got this.”

(Surprisingly, Customer #2 pulls out his credit card and proceeds to pay for the whole order. As the receipt comes out, the first customer returns.)

Customer #1: “It was the right price, sorry.”

Customer #2: *hands him his receipt* “You’re all set.”

(The first customer takes in what has happened and tries to hand the young serviceman the money he would’ve paid with.)

Customer #1: “Here, you deserve it!”

Customer #2: “I don’t deserve anything, sir. Have a good night.”

(Customer #1 walks out, thanking Customer #2. Customer #2 pays for his item and also leaves. That has never happened in my line before. Bless you young serviceman; you make this job great!)