Scene: Fatima needs next Friday off for her daughter’s school ceremony. She’s nervous about asking, so she approaches Mr. Davis during a quiet moment.
FATIMA: Excuse me, Mr. Davis. Do you have a minute?
MR. DAVIS: Sure, Fatima. What’s on your mind?
FATIMA: I’d like to request next Friday off, if possible. My daughter is receiving an award at school, and the ceremony is in the morning.
MR. DAVIS: That sounds like a special occasion. Let me check the schedule… Next Friday the 26th?
FATIMA: Yes, the 26th. I know Fridays are usually busy, so I wanted to ask early.
MR. DAVIS: I appreciate that. Let me see who else is off that day… Okay, it looks like we’ll have enough coverage.
FATIMA: Thank you so much! Should I fill out a request form?
MR. DAVIS: Yes, please. There’s a form in the break room. Just write the date and the reason, and I’ll approve it.
FATIMA: Is it paid time off, or will it be unpaid?
MR. DAVIS: You’ve been here over a year, so you have paid days available. This will count as one paid day off.
FATIMA: That’s a relief. Will someone cover my station on the line?
MR. DAVIS: I’ll arrange that. Just make sure your station is clean and your work is caught up before you leave Thursday.
FATIMA: Of course. I’ll also tell my team lead so she knows.
MR. DAVIS: Good thinking. And Fatima — congratulations to your daughter. What’s the award for?
FATIMA: She won first place in the science fair! She built a water filter.
MR. DAVIS: That’s impressive! You should be very proud. Enjoy the ceremony.
FATIMA: I will. Thank you for being so understanding, Mr. Davis.
MR. DAVIS: That’s what I’m here for. Family comes first. Just get me that form by tomorrow.
FATIMA: You’ll have it today. Thanks again!
— THE END —