As I began my first day at the Alpha's residence, I was a bundle of nerves. I had never worked in a place like this before, and I didn't want to mess up. Frank, the head of the kitchen staff, was a strict boss. He showed me around the kitchen and gave me my duties, which included cleaning and organizing the pantry and washing dishes.
I tried my best to do a good job, but I made a mistake while washing some dishes. I accidentally broke a plate, and it shattered all over the floor. I was mortified, and I could feel Frank's eyes on me, his disappointment palpable.
I could feel my heart sinking as Frank's face turned red with anger. I knew I had made a mistake, but I didn't think it was that big of a deal. I had accidentally broken a plate, and Frank was yelling at me like I had committed a crime.
"What were you thinking, Kai? This is a professional kitchen, not a playground!" Frank shouted at me, his voice echoing throughout the room.
"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to," I stammered, feeling embarrassed and ashamed. I had let down not only myself but also my boss and my coworkers.
As Frank continued to berate me, I noticed that Maria, one of the longer-working maids, was watching us from the corner of the kitchen. She had a sympathetic look on her face, and I could tell that she wanted to help me.
"Frank, it's alright. It was just an accident," Maria interjected, stepping forward. "Let me help Kai clean it up and get back on track."
Frank hesitated for a moment, then nodded in agreement. Maria gave me a kind smile and motioned for me to follow her to the cleaning supplies.
"Don't worry, Kai. Everyone makes mistakes," Maria said softly as she handed me a mop. "But you have to learn from them and do better next time."
As we cleaned up the sauce together, Maria gave me some tips on how to avoid making the same mistake again. She also shared some stories about her own mishaps in the kitchen, making me feel less alone and more comfortable in my new job.
After we finished cleaning, Maria patted me on the back and said, "Don't let Frank get to you. He's a tough boss, but he knows what he's doing. Just keep working hard, and you'll do great."
I nodded, feeling grateful for Maria's kindness and encouragement. As I returned to my duties in the kitchen, I made a mental note to be more careful and pay attention to every detail. I was determined to prove myself and show Frank and the rest of the kitchen staff that I was worthy of this job.
As the day drew to a close, I still hadn't seen the Alpha, Ramon. I was curious about him, but I knew better than to ask any of the staff. I had been warned that he was a private person and didn't have any family.
I was exhausted by the time I got home, but I felt a sense of accomplishment. I had made it through my first day, and I had even made a new friend in Maria. As I crawled into bed, I thought about what tomorrow would bring and how I could improve my work. I was determined to do my best and make a good impression on Frank and the rest of the staff.