NARRATOR: One day, in the lively town of Roseville.

There was a genie sitting in a

ROB: Check him out. He could make my wishes come true.

Narrator: The Genie nods his head and ROB’s cup of coffee spills on him.

ROB: Hey!

BARISTA: Burn.

ROB: That’s not funny.

NARRATOR: The barista then walked up to the genie.

BARISTA: How did you do that?

GENIE: Do what?

BARISTA: Make him spill his coffee.

GENIE: You think I did that.

BARISTA: I saw you nod at that jerk and his coffee spilled. I’ve seen you doing all
kinds of things since you’ve been sitting there.

GENIE: I hope that was okay. I know I’m kind of breaking the rules, but it didn’t
seem right for that girl to get hurt.

BARISTA: So you did?! Really? You have magic?

GENIE: I am a genie.

BARISTA: A genie?!

GENIE: Shhh…. It’s a secret.

ROB: A genie huh?

BARISTA: Back off guys.

ROB: Or what?

BARISTA: Or I’ll call the police.

GENIE: Could you do me a favor? Could you rub this lamp for me?

NARRATOR: The genie gives the barista a lamp.

BARISTA: Um… I guess… you want me to clean your lamp.

GENIE: Yes, please.

NARRATOR: The barista then sighed.

BARISTA: Okay.

NARRATOR: The barista then cleans it with a towel she has in her apron. The GENIE
suddenly gets a weird look on his face, nods and throws glitter in the air. He bows to
the barista.

GENIE: You summoned me, master?

GENIE: Whomever rubs the magic lamp become my master.

BARISTA: But you told me to rub it.

GENIE: It still counts.

BARISTA: Why me?

GENIE: I’ve been watching people today and of all the people here, you have been
the kindest.

BARISTA: That’s my job.

GENIE: But you go above and beyond. You hold open doors. … you give that
homeless person coffee out back…

BARISTA: You saw that?

GENIE: You are the kindest person I have seen, and I would be devastated if my lamp fell
into the wrong hands.

GENIE: I must grant you three wishes.

BARISTA: I should have known… any three wishes?

GENIE: Um… I recommend you be really careful with the wishes…

BARISTA: Of course.

GENIE: Big wishes carry big consequences. They have the power to shift reality - a yin and
yang phenomenon. The more good you do, the more potential for bad. As a good person, it's
important to warn you.

BARISTA: I’m not sure I want any wishes now.

GENIE: However, there are some really cool wishes that can be made without upsetting the
balance of the universe. Little wishes can be amazing too.

BARISTA: Like random acts of kindness.

GENIE: Exactly.

BARISTA: I’ll have to think about this then.

GENIE: Take all the time you need. I’m not in any hurry.

BARISTA: So where did you come from?

GENIE: The lamp.

BARISTA: No, I mean… before that.

GENIE: I believe I was born inside the lamp. I have always lived there and cannot remember
a life without it.

BARISTA: Who was your 2nd GENIE: Bill Gates

BARISTA: No, seriously.

BARISTA: And after that?

GENIE: I’ve been kicking around Seattle for a while ,granting wishes here and there.
I help start a few grunge bands. There was that online store…

BARISTA: Amazon?

GENIE: Yeah. That actually resulted from an Old lady who wishes for home delivery.
The rest is history.

BARISTA: Okay, you’ve got my attention.

GENIE: So what will you wish for, master?

BARISTA: How about you? Would you wish for your freedom?

GENIE: I'm free after your last wish. I search for a new master to prevent misuse.

GENIE: And my Grandma's wish led to donut machine, now everyone is unhealthy.

BARISTA: Donuts are yummy.

GENIE: See! Double edged sword.

GENIE: Big wishes bring short-lived relief followed by even worse outcomes.

BARISTA: What about the Consequences of wishing for or winning vast sums of
money?

GENIE: People always end up crashing and burning bad. Sure, they have fun for a
few years, but it’s amazing how many times they get murdered by a relative for
their money.

NARRATOR: The barista and the genie discuss the potential consequences of
making wishes, including the barista's desire to become a genie.

BARISTA: What if I wished to be a genie?

GENIE: Hmmm… That’s an interesting one.

BARISTA: Can you do that?

GENIE: Can I do that? I’m not sure. It’s quite risky.

NARRATOR: The barista and genie were chatting peacefully until the barista saw
Rob outside the window.

BARISTA: Why is he still hanging out there? That’s making me nervous. Oh, no. I
shouldn’t have looked at him. Now they’re coming in.

NARRATOR: Rob saw the barista looking at him so he thought that maybe they are
gossiping about him until.

ROB: Hey, guys.

ROB: What the heck are you??!

ROB: So you can grant wishes right?

GENIE: Yes

ROB: Can I rub your lamp?

GENIE: I certainly do not want you rubbing my lamp.

NARRATOR: Even though the genie repeatedly declined his request to rub her lamp,
Rob still continue to persist.

BARISTA: I wish you guys would leave us alone.

NARRATOR: Genie suddenly stands up and nods. Rob looked serious and turned.

ROB: Alright! Everyone out of here! They want to be alone!

NARRATOR: Rob waved the customers and workers out.

GENIE: I’m afraid you made a wish. You wished the guys would leave us alone.

BARISTA: And now we’re alone. Is he guarding the door?

GENIE: Yes, it looks that way.

GENIE: They’ll make sure you stay alone now.

GENIE: Sorry about that.

NARRATOR: A young girl with a name tag that says Sally appears, crying. She is
very upset. She wants to go in the coffee shop.

SALLY: Please. I need help.

NARRATOR: Sally pleaded to be let in the coffee shop but Rob stopped her.

ROB: No way. Beat it. They want to be alone.

SALLY: Please. I can’t find my mommy.

NARRATOR: The barista jumps up angrily and threatened Rob that he will call the
police.
BARISTA: Go away or I will call the police!

SALLY: Can you help me?

BARISTA: What’s wrong?

SALLY: I can’t find my mommy. I lost her. I’m looking everywhere but I’m scared.
We were here and then we tried crossing the street. And there was this truck.
Mommy let go of my hand and I fell. But then I was on the sidewalk. I don’t know
how. But then Mommy was gone.

NARRATOR: Genie looks upset and goes to Sally.

GENIE: I’m so sorry. We’ll do everything we can to help.

SALLY: Can you use your magic to find her mom?

SALLY: Magic? You can do magic? Like a fairy?

GENIE: Well, kind of….

SALLY: You’ve seen a fairy?

GENIE: I’ve seen loads of them. I bet you have too and didn’t know it.

BARISTA: Let me get you something to drink.

SALLY: Okay! Can I make it myself?

BARISTA: Sure, why not?

NARRATOR: Then Sally goes to the kitchen to make a drink.

GENIE: Magic is always risky to use, but I couldn’t see that little girl get hurt.

BARISTA: What do you think happened to the mom?

GENIE: I’m not sure. Hopefully she is only a little lost.

BARISTA: You mean she could be a lot lost?

BARISTA: And you can’t use it without my help?

GENIE: I’m afraid not.

BARISTA: Then I’ll make my 2nd wish.

GENIE: You’re going to help her?

BARISTA: Yes.

. BARISTA: I wish that Sally’s mom finds her.

NARRATOR: The genie then jumps up and nods. Then Sally’s mom entered. The
mother and the daughter both looked so joyful and happy after they met each other
again.

GENIE: You chose… wisely.

BARISTA: I think so too.

GENIE: No regrets?

NARRATOR: The barista then expresses their interest in being a genie to help
people.
BARISTA: I did like the idea of being a genie. I would have fun doing nice things for
people.

GENIE: You don’t have to be a genie to do good deeds.

BARISTA: Maybe you’re right.

NARRATOR: They then saw the mother and daughter walked out happily of the shop
with whipped cream filled cups.

NARRATOR: After their talk about the masters of genie, the barista realized that the
genie never told her about his first master. So the barista asked the genie.
BARISTA: Hey I was wondering who was your first master?

GENIE: My first master was a great king, who ruled with fairness and justice. He
used his wishes wisely and helped many people.

BARISTA: That sounds amazing.

GENIE: It was. But every master's story is different. Some use their wishes for good,
while others use them for selfish desires.

BARISTA: I understand. It’s a big responsibility.

GENIE: It is. But don't worry, I'll help guide you in making the right choices.

BARISTA: Thank you. I appreciate that.

GENIE: Anytime.

BARISTA: I'll have to think about it. These wishes are a big responsibility.

GENIE: Of course. And remember, little wishes are the best kind.

NARRATOR: A customer, JOANNA, enters the coffee shop and approaches the
counter.

JOANNA: Can I get a latte, please?

BARISTA: Coming right up.

NARRATOR: The barista starts to make the latte, but her hands start to shake and

she accidentally drops the cup.

BARISTA: Oh no, I'm so sorry!

JOANNA: No problem. Accidents happen.

NARRATOR: Joanna saw someone behind the barista that resembles a genie so she
decided to ask the barista about it.

Joanna: Ummm….may I ask who is behind you?

JOANNA: A genie?

BARISTA: Yes, she's been helping me all day.

JOANNA: Can she help me too?

BARISTA: I'm afraid not. I'm her master and she only grants wishes for me.

JOANNA: That's too bad. I could use a little magic in my life.

NARRATOR: The barista thought why not just make a wish for her and other people.

BARISTA: I think I know what my last wish will be.

GENIE: And what might that be

BARISTA: I wish for happiness and positivity to spread wherever I go, to bring a
little bit of magic into the lives of everyone I meet.

GENIE: I have granted a beautiful wish. You shall bring joy and light wherever you
go, and bring a smile to everyone's face.

NARRATOR: A burst of glitter flies in the air. Joanna looks around confused.

BARISTA: Thank you, Genie. I feel like I have a big responsibility now, but it's a
responsibility I'm happy to take on.

JOANNA: What was that?

BARISTA: Just a little magic.

JOANNA: You just made my day better!

GENIE: You are a kind and thoughtful person, and I am honored to grant your
wishes.

NARRATOR: The story ends as the barista went on her way to spread light and
positivity wherever he go.

THE END