A young married man found himself in a compromising situation with a beautiful woman. They agreed to spend the night together, with the understanding that he would pay her $500 for her company. However, as the night drew to a close, he couldn’t shake off the feeling that it hadn’t quite lived up to his expectations.
Feeling that the agreed-upon sum was excessive for what he had experienced, the man decided to take a different approach. Instead of paying her in cash, he offered to send her a check disguised as “apartment rent.” This way, they could part ways amicably. However, still feeling dissatisfied, the man sent her only half of the agreed-upon sum, along with a letter explaining his disappointment.
In the letter, he cleverly used an analogy to express his dissatisfaction. He wrote that he had expected a “vacant apartment” (implying a night of passion), but instead found that the “apartment had been previously occupied” (suggesting that the experience was not as exciting as he had hoped). He also mentioned that the “heating” (the passion) was lacking, and the “room” (the experience) was too spacious for his liking.
The woman, taken aback by the man’s audacity, promptly returned the check and responded with a witty letter of her own. She pointed out the absurdity of the man’s expectations and warned him that if he didn’t pay the full amount, she would have no choice but to contact his landlord (implying that she would reveal their encounter to his wife).
This story serves as a reminder to never make assumptions or rush into hasty decisions. When we do, we may find ourselves facing unexpected consequences. The man’s attempt to renege on their agreement ultimately backfired, and he was left looking foolish. This tale is a lesson to us all, reminding us to be mindful of our actions and their potential consequences.
