“Have a good night!” Yvette called to Gabe as she left. Gabe, the record store clerk, watched her go, then returned to his magazine. He appreciated his manager, Yvette, for her kindness and professional support. He prefers the quiet of the closing shift, allowing him time to reflect. One evening, a regular customer enters the store, prompting Gabriel’s internal conflict between wanting to be helpful and his fear of bothering them. He decides to wait and see if they need assistance.