The Returning Ex

By that point, Robin came out from behind the counter to greet the landlord, “Mr. Reyes, she is Sophia, the one who is interested in renting the place.”

The landlord turned to look at Sophia as he nodded. “Nice to meet you.”

Sophia responded with a smile. “Likewise.”

Meanwhile, John maintained an aloof expression as he turned to enter the shop as if he were at his own territory. “Let’s talk inside.”

Sophia knew nothing of renting a shop lot, so she left the negotiations up to John and Zack. The four of them sat by one of the tables, while Sophia was focused on reading the contract the landlord brought with him, which was for her perusal later on. After going through the entire contract, Sophia didn’t seem to find anything she felt needed amendments.

In the meantime, John waited until she finished reading the contract before saying, “Let me go through that.”

felt was a little too dazzling on her. He spent a few seconds staring

info about the shop lot from the landlord, such as the usable areas within the shop, as well as permission regarding renovation. The professional manner

laid out the obligations of the tenant without mentioning their rights, so that is unacceptable. Aside from that, shouldn’t we pay our own utility bills? Why are you in charge of that,

she found out that it was indeed listed in the contract that she would have to pay the bills to the landlord alongside the rent.

face while he replied, “I had always been doing it like this, as do the rest of the landowners on this street. You

“If that’s the case, can you tell

each tonne of water would cost five. As soon as usage exceeds three tonnes, the rates will be

before looking toward Sophia. “I can help you find a shop lot at a better location, which would charge you according to

agape, Sophia was dumbfounded by how things turned out. John stood up as soon as he said, “I know someone from around the area, so I know how the bills are charged.” He then turned to look at Robin,

the same as