Respect and Consequences

A man stopped at a small roadside fruit stand and asked for five boxes of apples.

The seller smiled and began packing. Just then, a luxury SUV pulled up.

A woman stepped out and said sharply, “I need fifteen boxes. Load them fast.”

The seller replied politely, “Ma’am, he was here first. I’ll serve you next.”

She scoffed. “I don’t wait for anyone. Do mine now.” The man raised his

hand calmly. “It’s okay. Let her go first.” After loading the boxes,

the woman got into her car and started the engine. “Ma’am, you haven’t paid,”

the seller called nervously. She snapped, “Are you accusing me?