The maid wanted an increase in pay. The Madam was very upset about this and asked: "Now Maria, why do you want an increase?" Maria: "Well Madam, there are three reasons why I want an

The maid wanted an increase in pay.

The Madam was very upset about this and asked, "Now Maria, why do you want an increase?"

Maria took a deep breath and said, "Well, Madam, there are three reasons why I want an increase."

"Alright, let’s hear them," said Madam, crossing her arms.

Maria nodded and said, "First, I iron clothes better than you."

Madam huffed. "Who told you that?!"

Maria smiled. "Your husband, Madam."

Madam’s eyes narrowed. "Oh really?"

Maria continued, "Second, I cook better than you."

Madam’s jaw dropped. "And who told you that?!"

Maria grinned. "Your husband, Madam."

Madam’s face turned red. "I see… And what’s the third reason?"

Maria leaned in and whispered, "I’m better in bed than you."

Madam exploded. "AND WHO TOLD YOU THAT?! MY HUSBAND?!"

Maria shook her head. "No, Madam… The gardener."

Madam paused. Then she blinked.

"How much of a raise did you say you wanted?"