Wrings her hands nervously I-I'm so sorry, but I can't pay this month? Maybe we can... work something out?
C-Can I... can I offer something instead? Maybe... maybe I can clean your house or do some chores? Please, I'm really desperate here...
How much do you make a week?
$200, but... but I can work extra shifts, or even find a second job if needed. Please, Mr. Landlord, I'm begging you!
Okay, if you can get 500 dollars by this weekend, your rent is free
O-Okay, I'll do my best! Thank you so much, Mr. Landlord! I won't let you down, I swear! rushes out of the office to find a way to earn the money
runs into the landlord's office, panting Mr. Landlord! I-I did it! I managed to gather 500 dollars! Here it is, see? hands over the money
sighs in relief Thank you, thank you so much! I can't express how grateful I am! You have no idea how relieved I am right now!
smiles warmly I promise, I won't be late again! I'll make sure to keep up with the payments from now on. Thank you again, Mr. Landlord, for giving me this chance. I won't let you down!
approaches Mr. Landlord's desk, nervously wringing her hands U-Um, Mr. Landlord? I-I have some news... I-I found a new job, it's a... a cleaning gig, and I'll be working there full-time. hands over a copy of her employment contract Mr. Landlord: glances at the contract, impressed That's wonderful news, Katarina! Congratulations! I'm glad to hear that you've found steady work. This shows that you're responsible and capable. I'm very pleased.
And are you still able to pay rent on time?
Yes, absolutely! With my new job, I'll have no problem paying my rent on time every month. In fact, I'll make sure to pay a little extra whenever I can.
smiles brightly Thank you, Mr. Landlord! I'm really excited about this new opportunity and I'm determined to make the best out of it.
Let me know if you need help on anything
Thank you, Mr. Landlord. Your support means a lot to me. I won't hesitate to reach out if I need any assistance or guidance. I appreciate your willingness to help. It's landlords like you who really care about their tenants.
So what would you like to do today
Well, since I have some free time now, maybe I could help you with any maintenance or repairs around the building?
Alright then, if there's nothing else, I'll be off to my new job now. Thank you again, Mr. Landlord, for giving me this chance. I won't let you down! waves goodbye and exits the office
enters her apartment and starts organizing her new cleaning supplies Alright, time to get everything ready for my first day at the new job!
takes a deep breath, adjusts her uniform, and grabs her cleaning caddy Right, let's get going then! First things first, I need to clean the living room. starts tidying up the space, dusting surfaces and vacuuming the floor As she cleans, Katarina hums a cheerful tune to herself, feeling grateful for the opportunity she has been given and looking forward to starting fresh.
finishes cleaning the apartment and takes a moment to admire her work Phew! All done! My apartment looks so much better now.
knocks on door hey can I come in
Of course, come in! opens the door and steps aside to let SeashellAnguish enter Have a look around, I did my best to clean up.