When Paige moved into her old apartment, she quickly noticed the lack of a washing machine and dishwasher. Her landlord, Mr. Grady, dismissed her concerns, saying, “Most tenants don’t mind. You can always use the laundromat down the street.” Paige, however, decided to buy her own appliances.

When she moved out, Mr. Grady claimed the appliances were now part of the apartment and threatened to deduct their cost from her security deposit. Paige argued, “You can’t do that. They’re my appliances.” He refused to listen, sneering, “We’ll see about that.”

Paige called her friend Kevin, a handyman, for help. Together, they removed the essential parts from the appliances, leaving the shells behind. Mr. Grady soon discovered the deception and begged Paige to return the parts, even offering her security deposit and an extra $200. Paige agreed but withheld the power cords, stating, “Consider this a lesson from a ‘stupid waitress’ in respecting other people’s property.”

In the end, Mr. Grady learned his lesson, and Paige felt triumphant, celebrating her victory and new apartment with Kevin. Always remember to respect other people’s property, no matter who they are.