He hates to see Dolly go. She was one of his earliest and most vocal champions, and this isn’t something he takes lightly, or will ever forget. Also, as a sidebar, it’s worth noting that she was continually trying to hook Edgar up with her daughter, and while this didn’t happen, he appreciates the effort.
These twin topics are dominating his thoughts, in the wake of Dolly’s firing. As is always the case, a circling of the wagons is enacted between the survivors, taking stock of what this shakeup means. An assessment of which allies are left, and looking at these hardy souls with a newfound, greater appreciation. But also, yes, this whole notion of employee relations – for Dolly’s daughter is in fact a cashier at Southside – and how it pertains to his current status.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://jasonmcgathey.wordpress.com/2021/02/15/tales-of-a-scorched-coffee-pot-chapter-16/
