Concession

James was typically known for his gentle demeanor, both at work and in his personal life.

He always preferred to handle conflicts with a soft and considerate approach. Rowan had trouble recalling any instance where he engaged in sarcastic exchanges or insults with others, which made the current situation all the more surprising.

Standing in a clothing store, James found himself in an unusual predicament. A young woman, who appeared to be no older than 18, was adamantly refusing to give up a dress she desired. She issued a command to the store manager, who quickly rushed over.

"Tell them to remove their skirts and hand them over to me!" the young woman demanded.

The store manager glanced nervously at James and Rowan, sensing an uncomfortable tension in the air. James, to everyone's astonishment, wore an uncharacteristic expression, with a hint of disdain on his lips. It seemed as though he could dismantle the entire store with a single word.

The store manager's headache, which had