"Well, how much do good boots cost? Who would you go to in order to get those boots? If it's more than you can afford at the moment, maybe we can see about setting up a payment plan." Chris says with a shrug. "If the problem is that you need more help getting the job done, maybe we can set up a way to get other delivery people trained to your standards."

Chris sighs, "Or, shit. Maybe you already have an answer and you just need someone to give you the kick in the butt to do it already..." and Chris gives a demonstrative swing of their foot. "I'm good for that, too. Friends do that."