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Maybe the world is blind or just a little

unkind.

Don't know.

Seems you can't be sure of anything anymore.

Although.

I'm old.

You know how that feels.

Come, Mrs. Dempsey.

You look great.

You still got it?

Yeah, I got it. Just forgot how to use it.

That'll be $7 .50.

Oh, Henry, my Social Security check doesn't come until Tuesday. I'm sorry.

You're a good customer. Pay me when the government pays. Thank you, Henry.

My pleasure.

My family's going to love these blow -ups of my kidney stones.

Get that away!

If I'm going to keep up with these girls, I better get a skateboard, too.

Don't I have a weight limit on those?

Thanks for the insult.

don't feel so bad giving you this bill. What bill?

$189.

Yeah, my board was $70 and then there were the pads. I knew you'd want me to

protect my elbows and knees.

What's going to protect my what?

And then there's these cool helmets and these cool socks.

What's the other $70?

Oh, that was for Brandon's skateboard.

you a skateboard, I figured $15 to $20.

You should get out more.

I'll write you a check.

But I'd appreciate it if you'd hold it for three days.

Well, what do I look like, a bank?

Only in square footage.

Just not smart to make fun of people you owe money to.

I'll close up and meet you people at the car.

Are you the owner? I am.

Henry Warnemont. I'm Matt Glossy.

The Matt Glossy of glossies? In the flash.

I read that newspaper article about your chain of photography stores.

Quite a little success story.

Well, if you call 40 million a little success, and that's after taxes.

I've often wondered about your... Photographic name?

Matt Glossy? Well, that isn't actually my name. I was born Sam

Glossy.

So, you've come to check out the competition, eh? I have no competition.

I'm here to make you rich.

Well, well.

May I offer you a chair, a cup of coffee, my firstborn?

A sense of humor. I like that. The point is, this mall is a primo location for

me to open a new Glossies.

Oh? And I feel honor -bound to tell you that with my processing centers and

greater volume, I could flush your business right down the old developing

Oh?

But first and foremost, I am a man who believes in fair play, and, well, I

wouldn't move in here without making you an offer.

Oh, what kind of an offer?

To buy you out.

Sell my studio?

No, no.

I'm just not interested.

Don't be too hasty.

I'd like you to stay on as manager at a generous salary.

I don't think so. I'm used to being in charge.

Well, you'd be doing the same job as you're doing now, minus the headaches

the liabilities.

This studio is like part of my family. I couldn't sell it.

I'm offering you $100 ,000 cash.

I can't argue. It is a big step.

I have always been my own boss.

But with $100 ,000, we'd never have to share tea bags.

Hi, Henry. Still thinking about selling the studio?

It's very tempting.

There are lots of good reasons.

Less responsibility, less pressure, more free time.

Sounds great. What are the bad reasons?

Wouldn't be my studio anymore.

But Mr. Glossy says you can still run the place.

Yes. There's a big difference between manager and owner.

Yeah.

$100 ,000.

$100 ,000.

We sure could take some great trips.

I wouldn't have to worry about your college education.

If Randy could get the work done he needs at the doggy diner.

It sure is a tough decision, Henry.

Yes, it is.

And it shouldn't be based solely on the money.

Nope. There are lots of other considerations.

Yep.

$100 ,000.

$100 ,000.

Hunky, I can't do it.

I'm just too attached to that studio.

I understand, Henry. And I want you to know, you're right.

$100 ,000.

I'm selling.

The photos are ready, Henry. You better hustle.

Henry, I noticed that your sleeves are rolled up.

They should be down. Didn't you read the manager's manual?

Reading it is easy.

Lifting is the hard part.

It's not funny, Henry.

You know, I noticed that my portrait area has disappeared and you filled the

place with sales racks.

Well, naturally.

That's where the money is.

Merchandising. Any jerk can take a picture.

Thank you.

But it takes real talent to be able to sell one of these

genuine vinyl underwater shark -proof camera cases.

It's good down to 40 fathoms. You want to buy one? You look like a snorkeler.

I'll think about it.

Hi, Henry.

Hi, sweetheart.

How was school today?

Oh, it's okay.

Mrs. Winston was mad at me. Henry, kiss your kid goodbye. There's a customer

waiting.

Sorry,

Patrick. I'll be right back.

Henry.

The hat.

I can't.

It's the rule, Henry.

To tell you the truth, I feel a little silly wearing the glossy hat.

I think I'd do a better job just being the mature, dignified businessman that I

am. Henry, let me put this in terms that a mature, dignified businessman can

understand.

Wear the hat or you're fired.

to glossies.

Smile.

Maybe it's because I've never been someone's employee before.

Can't teach an old dog new tricks.

The tea was his idea.

I'll take over from here, Brandon. Your eyes are glazing over.

Henry, I know Glossies is losing its shine.

Go ahead, let it all hang out.

I'm miserable.

Four weeks of ever -increasing humiliation.

Here I am.

At the zenith of my life.

Cow -tying to a pompous pinhead who's half my age and just treats me as if I

were dispensable.

You're not dispensable.

He just doesn't need you.

Why don't you quit?

I can't do that.

It's difficult for a man my age to suddenly go out and find a job.

Not many men looking for people at their zenith, huh?

Not exactly a run -on.

What if we took the 100 ,000 smackaroos and bought a new studio?

Remember the contract I signed?

Yeah.

Page 103 says I can't open a competing studio.

Forever? No. Just for the next 75 years.

You'll probably be too old then.

Probably.

I'll just have to get used to working for Genghis Glossy.

Well, remember, Henry, just because he's the boss doesn't mean you have to eat

dirt.

I'll bear it in mind.

And just because he owned you doesn't mean you have to lick his boot.

Thanks for the pep talk.

And just because he's a kingfish doesn't mean you're sea slime.

Please, I can't take any more pep talk.

your pictures.

Thanks. Here's my check.

May I see some identification?

Henry, it's only been two hours since I've seen you.

You couldn't have gone thing now that fast.

I'm sorry, Betty, but the manager's manual clearly states that a driver's

license and two credit cards are required.

Of all the stupid...

You'd be ashamed, knowing your 10 years, you old coot.

Thank you, ma 'am.

I'm surprised you didn't ask for my fingerprints.

They're on the check.

Hi, Lenny. How's it going? I'm very busy right now.

This is our chance.

While they're busy, worry up and look at the hunt of the month calendar.

Thank you for your patience.

Nice hat. Gives you height.

I hate it. I don't blame you.

Well, here are your pictures.

Nice clear shot of your appendix scar.

Unfortunately, the quack who operated on me took my last dime.

Can you carry me till Tuesday?

Oh, now I remember. Dempsey, the deadbeat man. For some unclear reason,

extended credit and have an overdue bill. With interest, you owe me...

$12 .47.

Mrs. Dempsey has been my customer for 20 years. I do not charge her interest.

Here, they're on the house.

Thank you, Henry. It's a pleasure to do business with you.

When I have my tummy tucked, you'll develop the pictures.

And you, you meatball, you should develop an itch in a place that's hard

scratch.

I am deducting the $12 .47 from your paycheck, and I never want to see that

woman in my store again.

She's welcome any time as long as I'm the manager. Oh, well, that won't be for

long. If you keep this up, let's not forget who's in charge here.

Glossy.

As a wise young lady told me, just because you're the boss does not mean I

to eat dirt.

Oh.

And just because you own me... does not mean I have to lick your boots.

Really? And just because you're the kingfish does not mean that I am

sea slime.

What? You heard me.

Watch it, Henry!

Don't make me exercise page 412 of the manager's manual.

You cannot have me deported.

I can prove I was born in this country.

I don't like you. I don't like you or the way you do business.

You're a dinosaur.

You're a vulture.

You're fired.

Too late.

needed that job desperately.

I wasn't willing to roll over and play dead.

You can understand that.

The night shift has arrived. Unless you'd rather talk to Brandon.

Nah, his mind wanders.

Henry, I was proud of you today. You're real gutsy with glossy.

No, I was stupid. I needed that job.

rich remember can't you start a new business i've been

a photographer for 43 years that's all i know besides you

have no idea how risky it is to start a new business henry henry

henry life is risky

Adopting each other was risky, but it paid off.

I can't argue with that.

What kind of business did you have in mind?

I don't know.

It should be something different.

Something fun.

Something out of this world.

blaze he couldn't handle.

I must say, Mr. Warnemont, I'm impressed.

I might even be willing to be seen here.

Well, I hope you're not the only one who's willing to be seen in here. I

every dime I got from Glossy into this place.

Don't worry, Henry. I put flyers all over town. We'll be swimming in

But we've been open for over 48 seconds and the place is empty.

to help you. Bring a little business.

Thank you, Mrs.

Dempsey.

Ladies, please be seated. Oh, sure. Over here, please. Come on.

On the double.

Who's deal?

Because when it comes down to it, you were the one who encouraged me to take

risk to open a new business.

So you deserve to have it named after you.

Thanks, Henry.

Besides, the sign painter charges by the letter.

And Punky's place is a lot cheaper than Warren Mont's world of weenies.