When I pulled into the driveway, I immediately understood why the couple\u2019s confidence had vanished. Grandpa stood beside a sheriff\u2019s deputy and a woman in a blazer holding a leather folder. The husband appeared in the doorway wearing his robe, his irritation quickly turning into unease. Grandpa gave me a calm nod. \u201cMorning,\u201d he said, almost cheerfully. Then he faced the couple. \u201cYou told everyone I was just an old carpenter working alone.<\/p>\n
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That was mostly true. But I\u2019ve never worked without a contract. Fifty years, never once.\u201d He pointed toward the attorney. \u201cAnd you remember that paperwork you signed yesterday, the document you refused to read?\u201d The wife stepped forward, clutching her coffee. Grandpa smiled. \u201cThat signature proves you refused payment after accepting the completed work. Combined with our contract, it gives us everything we need.\u201d Then he looked at his attorney. \u201cShow them the other document.\u201d Click continue reading below for Part2<\/p>\n
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