CHAPTER SEVENTY – SHOWING HER THE ROPES

With a mix of excitement and nervousness fluttering in her stomach, she looked forward to whatever tomorrow might bring in the wonderfully weird world of Fierro's Diner. Laura arrived at Fierro's Place bright and early, her nerves tingling with a mixture of excitement and apprehension. The diner looked different in the soft morning light, less intimidating than it had during her chaotic interview the day before. As she pushed open the door, the familiar jingle of the bell above announced her arrival. Mr. Fierro was already behind the counter, his impressive mustache twitching as he barked orders at a sleepy-looking cook. He glanced up as Laura entered, giving her a curt nod. "Right on time, Jay. Good. We've got a busy day ahead. Let me introduce you to the team." He gestured towards a petite woman with curly red hair who was refilling salt shakers. "This here's Tina. She'll show you the ropes today." Tina looked up with a bright smile that immediately put Laura at ease. "Hey there