Indiscriminate Discrimi-nation, Part 2

Caller: “Can I speak with [banker name]?”

Me: “I’m so sorry, but she’s in a meeting right now. Is there something I can help with?”

Caller: “I’m having trouble hearing you. Can you speak up?”

(I move my headset closer.)

Me: “Is there anything I can help you with?”

Caller: “Your accent is appalling! I hate talking to you Asians!”

Me: *mild shock* “Ma’am, I’m a kiwi, born and bred.”

Caller: “Nonsense! Where were you born?”

Me: “At [giant public hospital in Auckland].”

Caller: “Oh, but your parents must be Asians! They’re everywhere!”

Me: “No, ma’am. My parents are Scottish stock, and have been here five generations.”

Caller: “D*** you Asians!” *click*