I Was Accused of Poisoning a Couple—Then My Boss Got Involved

Pushing the Limits

As the couple continued to order more food and drinks, their requests became increasingly elaborate and unreasonable. “This steak is too rare!” the girl snapped, pushing her plate away without tasting a bite. “And the wine, it’s all wrong,” her boyfriend added with a dismissive wave. I gritted my teeth and headed back to the kitchen, sure the food was prepared correctly.

The cook gave me a sympathetic glance as I voiced their latest complaint. My patience was wearing thin, each demand pushing me closer to my breaking point. I could feel the tension mounting, both inside me and around the bustling café.

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