During a time when the price of an ice cream sundae was considerably lower, a young boy of 10 years old made his way into a coffee shop within a hotel and took a seat at one of the tables. Without delay, a waitress approached him and placed a refreshing glass of water right in front of him.
"What is the price of an ice cream sundae?
The waitress promptly responded with the price of fifty cents.
With his hand withdrawn from his pocket, the young boy carefully examined a collection of coins held within his grasp.
He asked about the cost of a serving of plain ice cream. There were individuals waiting for a table, causing the waitress to grow slightly impatient.
In a curt manner, she uttered the words, "35 cents.
After meticulously counting the coins once more, the young boy confidently declared, "I shall indulge in the simplicity of plain ice cream.
After delivering the ice cream, the waitress placed the bill on the table and swiftly departed. Consuming the ice cream, the boy proceeded to settle the payment with the cashier before making his exit.
As the waitress returned, she commenced cleaning the table, but her reaction to what she witnessed made her swallow uneasily.
Beside the empty dish, neatly arranged, sat 15 cents - her gratuity.
