She’d have tortured me a lot if you hadn’t turned up.” “She was just doing her job. Why is it that when a woman is assertive in the workplace she’s always seen as a bitch?” “Huge question.” “I’ll tell you. It’s because we expect men to torture and kill people, but when women do it it’s seen as violating gender stereotypes. It’s ridiculous.” “I know, sweetie, life’s unfair.” “It really is. And just for your information”—she kicks bathwater in my face—“I’d appreciate a thank-you for rescuing you this morning.” “Thank you to my protective, feminist girlfriend.
