Boundaries in the Breakroom
Language: en
Once we became close, my "work bestie" started showing a subtle malice toward me. I bought a new coat, and she blurted out that I looked like a wild boar, then immediately covered her mouth, claiming it was just a joke. Passing by the clearance section at the grocery store, she grabbed me and said, "This stuff isn't fresh. Lily, stop being so cheap." I hadn't even planned to buy anything. Before I could retort, she was already giggling about something else. But overall, she treated me well. We had a good relationship. Yet, I was constantly drained. I asked my boyfriend for help. He…