The morning rounds

“See, everything is dirty , filthy, and falling apart, since the time you have taken over.”
“Yes , ma’am.”
“You see those frayed curtains , they need stitching , and washing , for heaven’s sake.”

“Yes , ma’am.”
“See that water cooler , ”
“Yes, ma’am.”
“What is wrong with the water cooler ?”
“I don’t know ma’am.”
“Don’t ma’am, ma’am me . girl, can’t you see how grimy it is ? All scales lining the insides .”
“Yes , ma’am.”
“Empty it and get Raman to scrub it clean .”
“Yes Ma’am.”
“And get him to add some bleach and scrub the taps too. They should shine , ok?”
“Yes, ma’am .”