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Once upon a time, there was a quirky chef named Gus. Gus loved experimenting with new ingredients and cuisines. However, he always struggled with self-confidence and doubted his abilities as a chef.

One day, Gus’s restaurant received a visit from a prominent food critic. Gus was nervous but determined to impress the critic. He spent weeks preparing the perfect menu and tirelessly worked in the kitchen. And when the day finally arrived, Gus was ready.

As the critic tasted Gus’s dishes, he couldn’t help but be impressed. He praised Gus’s unique flavors and innovative techniques. With each compliment, Gus’s confidence grew, and he felt like a culinary genius.

The critic’s glowing review was published, and Gus’s restaurant quickly became the talk of the town. Customers flocked to experience his delicious dishes. And Gus could feel his ego inflating with each positive review.

But as Gus became more confident, he also became more arrogant. He began to treat his staff poorly and took all the credit for their hard work.

One day, while preparing for a busy night in the kitchen, Gus accidentally turned on the gas stove too high. The kitchen quickly filled with gas, and the pressure continued to build. Suddenly, the gas ignited, causing a massive explosion.

Luckily, everyone in the kitchen managed to escape unharmed. But Gus learned an important lesson that day. He realized that his ego had grown too big and had blinded him to his own mistakes. From that day on, Gus focused on being a better listener and treating his staff with respect. And whenever he felt his ego starting to inflate, he remembered the explosion and said to himself, “I must never GASSESup again!”