Taking “No Pain, No Gain” Too Far
(The power generator for the gym has a moderate fire, effectively shutting off all of the power inside. Because the PA system is dead, the employees sweep the gym and escort all of the members outside.)
Me: “Sir, I’m sorry, but we need to evacuate. There’s been a minor emergency.”
Gym Member: “What? Why?”
Me: “There’s been an emergency. Everyone has to leave.”
Gym Member: “I need to finish this set! I’ll be out in a minute!”
Me: “Yeah, I’ll just tell the fire to wait for you, then. ”
(Meanwhile, firetrucks are approaching the building, and the sirens can be clearly heard.)
Gym Member: “This is ridiculous! I’m gonna talk to management! Where are they?!”
Me: “Outside, because there’s a fire.”
Gym Member: “Uh… let me get my water.”
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