“What happened to this world that even a brat like you can so easily figure out the reason behind the rent increase.” Morten shook his head. “You're correct. After what happened recently, those parasites have been patrolling the area… so now that they're actually doing the job we've already been paying them to do, they suddenly demanded more. It's not just me either, all the landlords will have to pay higher fees in this area.
“Unfortunately, I'm not as wealthy as my residents believe me to be. Although I own this place, I never once made a profit. There are countless repairs that need to be done everywhere, and everything I get is just enough to allow me to live by myself while improving the area and place. Do you know how many things get broken in an area like this? Especially after what happened with that attack.
“I wanted to make a change, give people another chance, but because of my already low prices… Since the Underdogs ask for more, I have no choice but to increase rent… it's the first time in ten years I had to make a decision that I was uncomfortable with.”
Adam Morten was a good man. Gary knew that his mother had been late paying bills a few times, yet he had never pressured her into paying immediately or anything like that. Now, hearing the regret in the old man's voice, the high schooler was even more assured that their landlord was a decent man.
He couldn't believe just moments ago he had met a drunk scumbag who would pester a normal worker because he was frustrated with his job, when there were people like Mr Morten in the world.
“I'm getting old and tired, Gary.” Morten sighed. “If things continue like this, I might have to sell this place. The only thing holding me back are people like you. If I sell this place… what are the chances that the next landlord will keep the rent the same?”
The answer to that question was obvious.
“I'm sorry, Gary. I didn't want to burden you with all of this. Just take it as the ramblings of an old man. Say, now that you're here, I haven't seen your mother much lately. Is everything alright?”
Chapter end
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