Not being used to privilege

Ashwin Goyal

Aug 30, 2024

“So, you’re just going to drive me around?” she asked the driver.

“Yes, ma'am,” the driver replied, adjusting the mirror. “Wherever you need to go.”

“And... what will you do when I’m not in the car?” she asked, puzzled.

“I’ll wait for you,” the driver said simply.

She blinked. “Wait for me? Like, just sit here and do nothing?”

“Yes, ma'am. That’s my job.”

“Okay, that’s too much,” she said, shifting uncomfortably. “I can't take it. Go somewhere, do something.”

Surviving probation

“Time for your probation review,” his manager said. He laughed, “Probation review? I thought that was just a formality.” His manager raised an eyebrow. “It’s to see if you’re a good fit.” “Bro, I’m not leaving,” he said, half-joking. The manager smiled. “We’ll see.”

Closing projects

“Let’s just finish the pending work.” “But closing this and splitting it into a separate project gives us more time, more focus,” they explained. He shook his head, frustrated. “Why does it matter?” “IT MATTERS,” they said, voice firm.