Persistence
“Sorry, maybe we ‘got off on the wrong foot, “Joel,” he extended his hand. The man looked and sighed and extended his hand towards Joel,” Bill,” he said. They shook hands and made direct eye contact.
Valerie interrupted, “we will pay you double for it,” she said desperately. “Look, young lady; Bill said,” it’s a rare piece; I’m sure you know that.” “Fine! Triple!” she said.