Later, in a sleek New York high-rise, an elderly woman rode an elevator. Polished walls, soft golden lights, faint scent of luxury. A stylish young woman entered, announcing proudly, “Ralph Lauren’s Romance. One hundred fifty dollars an ounce.”
The next floor brought another glamorous entrant: “Chanel No. 5. Two hundred dollars an ounce.”
The older woman waited quietly, then reached her floor. She stepped forward, looked the young women in the eye, and delivered her own declaration with perfect calm:
“Broccoli. Forty-nine cents a pound.”
And with that, she left the elevator in stunned silence… before laughter filled the space. Wit, timing, and confidence don’t need luxury—they just need boldness.
Takeaway: Sometimes, the simplest quip cuts through tech and glamour. Who’s your favorite witty underdog? Share your thoughts and laughs in the comments below!