Imagine starting a new job, pregnant and eager, only to find yourself in the middle of an office cold war. At a small optometry practice, a 23-year-old expecting mom quickly learns the ropes, but not without a hitch. Her coworkers, including ‘Andrea’ and ‘Melissa’, stick to their ‘niches’ like glue, leaving little room for teamwork. ♀️ When our protagonist, 38 weeks into her pregnancy and in pain, asks for a simple favor, she’s met with a cold shoulder. What unfolds is a tale of petty revenge and office politics that will have you questioning, who really is the team player? Dive into the original story and decide for yourself.
New Kid on the Block

The Niche Squad

Andrea’s Voicemail Strategy

Owners’ Cross-Training Vision

Pregnancy Pains and Pre-Testing Woes

A Cry for Help Ignored

Melissa’s Fear of the Pre-Test Trap

The Struggle Continues

Boss’s Concern vs. Financial Needs

The Sweet Relief of Sitting Down

Melissa’s Moment of Mayhem ☎️

The Petty Payback

Glare and Despair

Early Exit and the Dusty Aftermath ✌️

Husband’s Verdict: Petty but Fair?

The Inner Turmoil of Office Politics

Office Showdown: When Payback Feels Bittersweet
In the world of office politics, the line between right and wrong can blur faster than a bad prescription. Our pregnant protagonist faced a dilemma that left her torn between professional courtesy and personal vendetta. After being denied a much-needed break, she delivered a dose of karma to her coworker, Melissa, with a side-eye and a sassy retort. But as she waddled out of the office, her conscience weighed heavy. Was she justified in her actions, or did she stir the pot in a previously harmonious workplace? The emotional rollercoaster of this story has us all on edge. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this sticky situation…
Pregnant employee’s justified petty revenge sparks office drama
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Petty revenge for uncooperative coworker sparks office drama! NTA /
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Management’s lack of direction leads to chaos and resentment among staff.
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NTA. Teaching a lesson to an unhelpful coworker

Pregnant employee gets sweet revenge on uncooperative coworker

NTA, karma sucks. Keep the boundary. Melissa screwed up the golden rule
a**hole.

Bosses are the real As for lack of organization
do something about your workload
drama brewing
drama brewing
Standing up for yourself when in need
#NotTheA**hole

Compassionate advice for a pregnant coworker sparks heartwarming support
⚕️ #SupportiveWorkEnvironment

Melissa’s drama sparked, you’re NTA! Drama at the office

Standing up for herself! NTA for giving back what she got
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Returning the favor: pregnant employee’s petty revenge sparks office drama!
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Setting boundaries at work is crucial for fair treatment. Weak management.

No embarrassment, just setting a poor precedent
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Navigating office drama in a small workplace? Acknowledge, apologize, and repair.

Rising above pettiness is fair, but a bit mean.

Practice owners are the real AHs here!

Owner’s negligence breeds office drama. NTA for standing up.

No need to be sad, mate! You’re definitely not the a**hole

Tit for tat! Karma strikes back in office drama

Boss steps in after coworker’s betrayal, promises better teamwork
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Boss learns pregnancy struggles the hard way
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