that's more like it

[freezing, 701a, waiting for grates of competition laundromat to go up. guy stumbles over ~715a.]

'oh i am terribly sorry i'm late, sir, let me help you with your bag.'
'oh it's ok. [shivering.]'
'subways a little slow today.'
'no problem. do you have quarters?'
'oh sure. soap, too?'
'no, just quarters.'
'oh, of course, sir. you sure you don't need help sorting?'
'no, i'm fine, thank you.'
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'25 minute wash?'
'oh no! 35 here. much better. same price.'

i think i'm in love.