I'm in the midst of attempting to paste emails into this thread that
   didn't make it.

   From Feb 2. The below was later revised:
   <Boss explains to barista that his workers are rebelling and deluding
   him and he needs help. He continues to smoke a cigar in the face of
   the barista, and seems only to be able to talk when doing so unless
   exerting great effort. They point to a "no smoking" sign and request
   he stop smoking before answering any question. He is directed to one
   of the tables where some characters are chatting.>