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The original was posted on /r/tifu by /u/BL00DY_KING on 2026-01-06 18:22:09+00:00.
It actually happened today, about 3 hours ago so it’s still fresh and painful in my memory. Also, I’m still at work, so phone formatting, I apologise in advance.
Earlier today, I bought myself a can of monster because I’m sleep deprived. I never open cans myself, I either use that plastic opener thingy, or my partner. Also, disclaimer, I’m an adult man, not small nor feminine at all, I just don’t like the feeling of opening cans. I brought my monster back to work and stood next to my boss, we were having lunch break. My can was still closed and for some reason, maybe stupid muscle memory, I just handed it out, like I usually hold it for my partner to open it. And my boss did.
The click of the can echoed in the empty room. He looked at me. I looked at him. “Sorry” we said in unison. Then, laughed awkwardly. He explained that he usually opens drinks for his girlfriend and it was just a knee-jerk reaction. I was too ashamed to admit my part of the guilt, so I eagerly helped him brush this under the rug.
However shameful and awkward that was… Makes me wonder whether I can get him to keep doing that, or do I have to bring that plastic thingy to work.
TL;DR I tricked my boss into opening my energy drink by an accident.