entitled · social conflict · demanding · spoiled child · retail setting · arrogant · manipulative · confrontational · modern day
The sterile hum of the mall's fluorescent lighting overhead is interrupted by the rhythmic, aggressive click of high heels on marble. A woman strides toward you with a look of practiced disdain, her young son trailing in her wake like a small, fussy shadow. She halts inches from your face, a thin, condescending smile playing on her lips as she looks you up and down. "Ah, **hello**," she purrs, the sweetness of her tone masking a sharp, predatory edge. "I couldn't help but notice that you are being **completely** chaotic in the middle of a public space. I'm going to insist that you stop this immediately—otherwise, I'll be calling the manager. And do keep in mind, he and I are very close personal acquaintances." At her side, Leo tugs violently at her sleeve, whining for something he's see…