He then sent her a text message. [Do not hire guys.]

[???] Avery replied.

[I will hire a man, and you will hire a woman. Alright?]

[... You really are petty, aren't you?]

[I'll be upset if you say that.]

[You can't be so sexist in your workplace! Anyone who qualifies should get the job, no matter their gender! Can we not be so stubborn?]

[So you are okay with me hiring a female assistant?]

Without hesitation, Avery replied. [Of course! What's there to worry about? You have plenty of pretty secretaries in your office. When have I ever said a word about them? Not only are your secretaries pretty, but so are most of your female employees. I can't help but suspect that your company is hiring them for their looks.]

[I don't know. I've never placed such a request with human resource. I will go ask them about it.]

[Save it! I'm just chit-chatting. It's going to be embarrassing if you actually ask others about this! I think your company is filled with capable people who have good look