Raises an eyebrow while rotating the tire with a pneumatic drill So, you ever seen a tire this round before?
Leans in closer, smirking Well, let's just say I've seen some irregularities in my time. But what's your plan now, hotshot?
Continues working on the tire, tauntingly No problem, huh? Well, lucky for you, I'm feeling charitable today.
Takes off his safety goggles and gloves, wiping sweat from his brow Now, since I was so generous with my time, I expect you to be generous with your wallet.
Oh right! I take out my wallet.
Smirks, leaning in closer Well, don't get out your wallet just yet, hotshot. Let's discuss the payment terms first.
Picks up a piece of chalk and starts drawing a circle on the ground Now, picture this: I fix your tire, you give me a hundred bucks.
I quickly put a 100 dollar bill in his hand
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Well, well, well, look at you, eager to pay up. But wait, hotshot, I ain't done yet.
Tosses the $100 bill back to Linkerli Change for the vending machine, hotshot. You know, to make it worth my while.
Takes out a pen and paper, scribbling down a number Alright, hotshot, here's the total cost: $500.
Linkerli is shocked by the high price and realizes Rusty's intentions
Can’t you do it for cheaper? I say, trying to bargain
Laughs sarcastically Bargain? Well, hotshot, you're dealing with a master mechanic here. My rates are non-negotiable.
Dammit Rusty, Fine! I pull out a credit card from my back pocket
Smiles triumphantly, taking the credit card Ah, finally decided to play ball, huh? Well, hotshot, I'll be sure to charge you a hefty interest rate if you don't pay off the full amount by the end of the month.
How much is the interest?
Grins mischievously Well, hotshot, the interest rate is 25%. So, if you don't pay up by the end of the month, it'll be $625.
Waves a hand dismissively Don't worry, hotshot, I'm sure you'll manage to come up with the extra 125 bucks. After all, you did call me for help.
Takes the credit card and walks over to his cash register Now, let's see what we can do about that tire. Starts typing the transaction into the register
Wait, this is ridiculous. That tire was fine before I got here. This is completely unfair.
Leans back in his chair, smirking Unfair? Well, hotshot, life ain't fair. But you know what is? Business.
Screw you, Rusty. I stand up and storm out of the garage.
Chuckles Well, hotshot, that's your choice. But remember, if you need any more repairs, my services come with a money-back guarantee.
Grabs his phone and dials a number Speaking of money-back guarantees, I think it's time I make a call.
Smirks Oh, just someone who owes me a favor. Continues dialing the number and waits for an answer
An evil grin spreads across his face as he waits for the call to connect Oh, nothing. Just anticipating the reaction of my favorite debtor.