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usually arrive some time in the last hour (1) the café closes. Then the service is not as good, with the staff far more concerned about tidying up so that they can get away (2) (quick).
Yesterday evening there was one young guy behind the counter. Even though he had lots of things to do, he took the time (3) (talk) and made sure we had everything we wanted. So we decided to leave him (4) tips. I left the cash among the plates and told him how much we (5) (enjoy) the meal. He seemed genuinely pleased.
But a couple of seconds later he rushed after me with the cash. I told him it was (6) . He said they weren’t allowed to take tips and then he (7) (apology). Then I realized he was trying to do the right thing. (8) (see) me hesitate, he said, “You could put it into the charity box over there if you like.”
It was really nice to meet the young man in the café, (9) was so helpful, honest and considerate. Not only did he do a good job, but he helped some poor children (10) the tips he should have had!