An Entitled Couple Tried to Blackmail My Café with Bad Reviews – I Taught Them a Lesson About Responsibility

“We recognize now that as creators, there’s a responsibility that comes with having a platform,” he said. “And we’re learning.”

The woman continued. “If anyone felt misled or hurt, we sincerely apologize.”

Comments were turned off.

Of course they were.

That Saturday, the café was full.

I stood behind the counter, watching the familiar rhythm return to my café, and thought about what I’d learned.

Most people are kind. They want to support small businesses and believe in the places that make their neighborhoods feel like home.

And a few people are very good at pretending.

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