Pissing Contest

I could have participated ... it was an outright challenge. I, doing my job; he, taking over. I could have growled, asserted my little authority, but I withdrew, some dignity still intact. The important thing is that someone got the help they needed. The important thing is there was no conflict. The important thing is he jumped in to help. The important thing is quiet fell. The best thing is, it became a non-contest to me. Thanks!