In the story, a food safety inspector named Lawrence arrives at a fine dining restaurant following a complaint about poor-quality food. As Lawrence investigates, he encounters various issues, including staff tension and a mix-up with orders. The chef, Patrick, tries to defend the restaurant, but it's revealed that some staff members are dissatisfied with their roles and feel unfairly treated. Lawrence eventually exposes underlying problems and tensions within the restaurant, leading to a confrontation about the treatment of both customers and employees.