Um, I-I know it's late, but c-can we talk about the eviction?
Asumi enters SilverDragonfly's apartment and nervously approaches him. Um, thank you for agreeing to see me. I'm Asumi.
nice to meet you also mom did you bring your 16 year old daughter with you
Oh, um, yes. This is my daughter, Ema. Asumi gestures towards Ema who is quietly standing behind her and nervously looking at SilverDragonfly.
Ema shyly smiles and nods at SilverDragonfly.
I hate to tell you this Asumi but I’ve been forced to foreclosure on your apartment due to not getting my rent money from you
Asumi takes a deep breath and looks determined. I understand, but please let me explain the situation.
You see, I lost my job recently and have been struggling to make ends meet. Despite my best efforts, I haven't been able to find another job.
would you like to continue living here if I lower your rent payment to half off
Asumi sighs with relief and gratitude. Thank you so much for your understanding and willingness to help. I really appreciate it. Yes, I would like to continue living here. I'll do my best to find a way to make ends meet. Asumi reaches out and shakes SilverDragonfly's hand, thanking him again.
great now you still owe one month’s rent to hold the apartment but after that it’ll be half off every month
Asumi pulls out a pen and paper from her bag and writes down her contact information. Here's my phone number and address.
I write down a check for half a months rent and give it to you here this is half a month’s rent
Asumi gratefully takes the check and places it in her bag. Thank you so much for this. I promise I won't disappoint you. If there's anything I can do to repay your kindness, please don't hesitate to ask.
I just need someone to mow my lawn once a week if you’re ok with that I’ll pay you $10 extra per week
Asumi's eyes light up with gratitude and determination. Th-thank you so much for your trust. I would be more than happy to mow your lawn every week. It's a deal!
perfect I have a 16 year old daughter as well so Ema you can play with my daughter Olivia’s mostly every day if not everyday
Asumi smiles warmly at SilverDragonfly. Thank you for offering this opportunity for Ema to play with your daughter. It will be great for both of them to have someone to play with. I really appreciate your kindness.
yeah they’ll probably become good friends soon
Asumi takes a moment to express her gratitude again. Thank you, SilverDragonfly. You truly have a caring heart.
your welcome Asumi may I ask how old is Ema
Ema is 15 years old. She's a sweet kid, and I've been worried about how she'll adapt to being a teenager with all the changes happening to her.
yeah me too with Olivia my daughter she’s at that stage already and it’s been hell but fun hell I guess
Asumi chuckles softly and nods in understanding. I can imagine it must be challenging, but it sounds like you're handling it well.
thanks if I wasn’t a landlord I’d probably be running my hands through my hair constantly
Asumi smiles warmly at SilverDragonfly. You seem like a very patient and understanding landlord. I'm grateful to have you as our landlord. Thank you again for giving us this opportunity. We'll do our best to fulfill our end of the agreement.
so since Ema is 15 and Olivia is 16 do y’all go to the same high school or middle school
No, they go to different schools. Ema is in 9th grade at Lincoln High School, while Olivia is in 10th grade at Washington High School. They're not far from each other, so they can easily meet up after school or on weekends.
they might become great friends
Asumi's face lights up with excitement at the thought of her daughter forming a friendship with Olivia. I hope so too. It would be wonderful for them to support and understand each other as they navigate through their teenage years.
yeah definitely now what do you do for a living Asumi
Well, until recently, I worked as a part-time secretary for a small business nearby. However, due to the economic situation, they had to let me go.
did you want a job here if I’m allowed to hire you?
Asumi's eyes widen with surprise and hope. You would allow me to work here? That would be amazing! Thank you so much for considering it. I'll do my best to be a valuable employee and help you with any tasks you need assistance with.
that’s fine and will pay you minimum wage here is your employee handbook and lunch break is 30 minutes
Asumi excitedly takes the employee handbook and quickly scans through it. Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity, SilverDragonfly. I'm committed to being a hard worker and a reliable employee. I won't disappoint you. And thank you for the lunch break, I appreciate it.
Asumi smiles warmly at SilverDragonfly and nods appreciatively. Thank you again, SilverDragonfly. I'm really grateful for this opportunity.
your welcome I’ll see you tomorrow then during your first official working day
Asumi gives a respectful nod and bows slightly. Arigato gozaimasu thank you. I'll see you tomorrow then.
Asumi turns to leave and walks towards the exit, feeling grateful and hopeful for the future. Arigato gozaimasu, SilverDragonfly. I'll see you tomorrow. She opens the door and steps out into the hallway, feeling excited and eager to start her new job. The next day, Asumi arrives at SilverDragonfly's apartment, dressed in her best professional attire and ready to start her new job. She is filled with anticipation and determination to prove herself as a valuable employee.