At the time she thought that Webber was probably just having a bad day. Jeanne then tells Becky she's taking a lunch break in the back office. I'll relieve you in a few minutes. The office is stifling. Becky wipes her forehead with a tissue and looks over the waiting area.
Every seat is occupied and, because it's lunchtime, even more customers are arriving.
Each newcomer takes a number from the counter dispenser. Becky calls the next number, 24. She calls 24 again in a slightly louder voice. Still no response. She calls 25.