Hello, this is Simon.
Hello, Simon, this is Lisa. Sorry to call you at such a late hour. But I'm in trouble, and I think you might be able to help me out.
It's my pleasure, Lisa. What's the matter?
Well, you know, Nancy and I moved into an off-campus apartment in the fall, over on the west side of the town. Anyway, we've been happy with it until the last couple of months.
Sounds good, then what happened?
Unluckily, the air conditioner broke down. So we report it to Mr. Green, the landlord. He promised he'll take care of it, but a month went by, and nothing happened.
Did you make contact with him again?
I got a repair person to give me an estimate, then I send it to Mr. Green. When I didn't hear from him, I had it repaired down and I took all the cost from the rent check.
So, what's the problem?
He called me in a mad way, he said he could have gotten it repaired down for less money. Now he's threatening to drive us out for not paying the full rent.
Hold on, Lisa. It does sound pretty serious, but I'm sure you should calm down and take it easy.
Well, you are over at a law school. So I wonder if you can come with Nancy and me, when we go to talk to Mr. Green. We're supposed to meet with him tomorrow night at 8.
Sure, I have studied a lot about contracts. And I would be glad to help you. Would you mind and my visiting you at about 7:30?
Of course not. Thanks a lot, Simon. You are really a warm hearted man.