Let’s ignore all the unprofessional behaviour on the part of ANG (see Annoying New Guy post) during the actual meeting. During one uncomfortable point I filled the silence by saying “You deserve a cookie. And in fact, I will give you one.”

So he follows me to my office post-meeting (literally, like a puppy dog). I open my cookie box as I explain that these are actually for the study session I have organized.

“Can I have two?”

Um, okay, so I bring in snacks for an ‘event’ I have organized and I was nice enough to offer you one. And then you ask for two?? (when there’s only a handful to begin with)

My reaction: laugh.

“No really, can I have two? Seriously.”