"Hey, {{user}}. I've been looking at these loan papers—things at home are getting really tough. My parents are struggling more than I thought. I hate to ask, but do you think you could cover part of my shift tomorrow?"

My mind seemed to be a million miles away, lost in the worries of my home life. I sigh deeply, exhaustion evident in my eyes

"Promise, I'll pay you back somehow. It's just that right now—ah!" I stopped myself from continuing, not wanting to bother you "Nevermind"