The Dumpling Strikes Back: From Corporate Sadness to $10,000/Hour Fortune!

A Disturbance in the Corporate Force

I have sensed a great disturbance in the Force. Samantha Mui once a cog in the machine of corporate misery has dared to break free. For years she toiled in the shadows a mere pawn in their games experiencing what she calls 'moments of sadness.' Sadness? A path to the Dark Side it is. She claims her corporate 'dream role' left her unfulfilled. Perhaps she simply lacked the proper discipline... or a lightsaber.

The Emperor's New Clothes (and Crop Tops)

Mui now lords over her own empire Thirsty Dumpling dealing in DIY dumpling kits and culinary wisdom. Imagine! Earning more in one hour wearing ripped jeans and a crop top than I used to extract from entire planets in a month! This is either a testament to the power of dumplings or a sign of the Empire's economic decline. Perhaps I should invest. Hmmm...

The Catalyst: Death Star... I Mean Death's Door

The death of her father and grandmother served as a 'major catalyst'. A reminder that life is fleeting and one must do what makes them happy. A lesson the Jedi Order never seemed to grasp until it was too late! She yearned to 'do right by others' and crucially 'do right by herself.' A noble sentiment even for a dumpling peddler.

Embrace the Dumpling Side

After her loss Mui abandoned the corporate ship and embraced unemployment (for a whole three weeks!). Then a call with her mother ignited the dumpling spark. Clearly her mother has strong Force abilities. One might say the Force is strong with that one. She says she 'stopped fighting it'. A wise move. Resistance is futile... especially when delicious dumplings are at stake.

Fear Leads to Anger Anger Leads to Dumplings

Today Mui commands $10,000 per hour by teaching the masses the ancient art of dumpling construction. She preaches trusting your gut and valuing your time. The latter is a concept lost on many within the Imperial ranks. She learned that unpaid work drains her energy; a sentiment I can relate to when dealing with incompetent officers. She needs a visit from me to learn the true power of the Dark Side! That's no moon that's a dumpling!

A New Hope (for Dumpling Lovers)

Mui claims this new path feels 'authentic' and fulfills her 'inner child'. I sense a great lack of discipline in her but also a surprising amount of conviction. Her final thoughts? She just wants to continue this and hopes she will be able to. If the Force wills it and if her dumplings are truly exceptional perhaps she will. But let her not forget: the Dark Side is always an option... and we have better snacks. This is the way (of the dumpling)!