Retreating with a plan

Baker had nothing more to say to the rude manager so he left the diner. He walked to his car feeling angry, upset, and disappointed by their behavior. His hunger was forgotten as he thought of a plan.

Baker planned to return to the diner on the next day in his police uniform. He was curious about how the staff would react when they see him back and realize who he is. Then, he planned to speak to the manager again and tell her to improve their service. Maybe this time, she will listen.

Back to work

The next day, it was time for Baker to go back to work. He put on his uniform with great purpose. You see, Baker is not an ordinary police officer. He was the chief of police. And it was really hard to imagine how the staff in the restaurant did not recognize him.

Baker had a busy day but he did not forget about what he went through in the diner. He could not wait for his shift to end so that he could go back and teach the staff a thing or two about respect.

Baker gets his chance

Lucky enough, later that day, Baker was called out on the field. The location was near the diner so he decided he will stop by after he does his duties. So, when he pulled up to the diner, he was driving a police cruiser.

As Baker pushed the doors open and stepped inside, everyone turned to look. His face was stern and he exuded authority and power. He had an intimidating aura. With the uniform on, Baker looked taller and buffer.

The uniform does the work

Everyone recognized the uniform. Patrons were looking at him with respect and smiles. Even the restaurant staff seemed to perk up when they noticed he was in the room. The uniform was doing its work and everyone acknowledged his presence.

Baker was glad to see the rude cashier on duty. The cashier seemed to be more attentive when he arrived. Baker fell in line (thankfully a short one this time) and kept his head down. When it came to his turn, the cashier welcomed him with a smile. The smile faded when she recognized him.

The confrontation

Baker expected this reaction as fear suddenly was evident in her eyes. She started to realize what she has done to the chief of police the day before. Her face paled. It gave Baker a good feeling but this was not enough. Baker immediately asked to see the manager.

The cashier nodded slowly as if she understood that this was the end for her. This time, the cashier did not just yell out for the manager as she did the day before. This time, she went into the kitchen to fetch the manager.

Getting results

Unfortunately, another manager was working this time. She was the nightshift manager and she was more cooperative than the dayshift manager who disrespected him. Baker discussed with her what happened the day before.

The nightshift manager immediately apologized to Baker. She promised that she will start an investigation looking into the activities of the workers involved in the incident. Baker accepted this apology and left the diner knowing that his purpose was done.