My Ex Wrecked My Day at Work, I Ingeniously Retaliated Against Him That Same Day

Miranda, a diligent young Mexican woman, encounters difficulties when her former partner attempts to embarrass her at her workplace. Fearful of jeopardizing her job, Miranda hesitates to respond, yet the anguish her ex inflicted motivates her. Despite the risk to her position, she devises a method to exact retribution for his deeds.

Miranda’s separation from her ex was widely known, leading her into a depressive state. As an immigrant striving to establish her life in a new country, maintaining her job was crucial for her survival. Yet, her challenges seemed endless. One day, she arrived late to her restaurant job and had to justify herself to her boss, Michael, in the kitchen.

“I truly apologize for the delay, Michael. There’s been a lot going on… my relationship ended, and it’s public knowledge,” Miranda confided softly.

“Miranda, your personal life is your business, but it affects me when it interferes with your job. I need you punctual and ready to work. This is your last warning,” Michael stated firmly.

Miranda promised improvement, but her situation worsened upon seeing her ex, Colin, and his new girlfriend Leslie, dining at the restaurant. She requested Michael to excuse her from serving them, but he declined, emphasizing professionalism.

“Miranda, we all face challenges. We’re short-staffed, and I need you to perform your duties, not avoid them,” Michael responded without looking up.

Left with no choice, Miranda served Colin and Leslie, who behaved rudely and mocked her ethnic background.

“Look who’s here, Miranda, waiting tables. Seems like people from your background truly find their niche in service,” Colin remarked spitefully.

With a forced smile, Miranda asked if they were ready to order, concealing her distress.

Colin then purposely dropped his fork, prompting Miranda to pick it up.

As she did, Leslie clapped mockingly. “Look at Miranda! She excels at picking things up!”

The attention from everyone made Miranda feel even worse. She handed the fork back to Colin with shaky hands. “Thanks,” Colin said insincerely. “Such a team player.”

Struggling to remain composed, Miranda quickly served their dish, Mexican stew, hoping they would cease their cruelty. However, Colin complained that the stew lacked spice and deliberately spilled his plate, soiling Miranda’s clothes.

“It’s fine,” she uttered, trying to hide her upset as she cleaned up. But Leslie’s laughter continued, and the onlookers’ stares broke the little confidence Miranda had left.

Unable to contain her tears, Miranda retreated to the kitchen and wept in a corner.

While sobbing, a voice offered comfort. “Here, take this,” it said.

Looking up, Miranda saw Chef Robert extending a kitchen towel. His kindness made her cry harder as she accepted the towel.

“Miranda, I don’t want to pry into your personal matters, but you’re stronger than you think. Your spirit surpasses the difficulties you’re facing,” he encouraged.

Feeling the need to confide in someone, Miranda opened up to Chef Robert about her past with Colin and the event that ruined everything. They had been college classmates, and one evening, Colin had pressured her to attend a party instead of studying, which led to regrettable consequences.

Miranda recounted how Colin and Leslie had betrayed her, leading to her expulsion from college based on scandalous videos and photos. Feeling deceived and isolated, Miranda sought revenge.

“Robert, could you make their food extremely spicy just this once?” she pleaded.

Initially hesitant due to potential repercussions for the restaurant’s reputation, Robert eventually agreed, moved by Miranda’s plea.

“Alright, Miranda. But let’s be subtle,” he cautioned.

Miranda prepared a fiery sauce, focusing solely on retribution. “Use this,” she instructed, handing Robert a sauce-drenched napkin.

When Colin and Leslie received their meal, Leslie scoffed. “This is spicy? This is your idea of a SPICY Mexican stew?” she mocked.

However, Colin’s reaction to the spicy napkin was immediate; his face turned bright red, and he struggled to breathe.

“Colin, just breathe,” Leslie urged, patting his back. But as the restaurant’s patrons began to laugh, Leslie’s face flushed with embarrassment.

Unable to endure the humiliation, she exclaimed, “This is intolerable! We’re done here!” and hastily departed.

Miranda watched silently, a small smile playing on her lips. She had watched them enjoy each other’s company, believing they were happy together, but fate had other plans.

Though in distress, Colin loudly demanded Miranda’s dismissal, accusing her of tampering with his dish. However, Michael intervened, tasting the stew and finding nothing amiss. “This dish is perfectly fine, sir. There’s nothing wrong with it,” he declared, discreetly hiding the spicy napkin.

“Also, Miranda has been a loyal employee for a long time. She wouldn’t deliberately ruin a meal,” he added, siding with Miranda. They exchanged a glance of mutual understanding, grateful for his support.

Colin looked around for support but found none. Leslie had left, and the other customers merely observed.

Michael then advised Colin, “You know, Colin, sometimes the heat isn’t from the food but from how we treat others. Perhaps think about that.”

Silenced, Colin had no response, and Miranda felt a surge of satisfaction. She had found a clever and potent way to defend herself and witnessed how empathy and understanding could unite people.

Michael’s defense and his lesson on humility and respect reminded her that even in difficult times, there are allies everywhere.

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