A few days ago I accidentally locked myself out of my house after having gone out for

groceries.

When I returned to my home and found the door locked, I quickly googled and contacted a local

locksmith.

I had groceries which required freezing and a dog inside, two things which prevented me

from shopping around, for a reputable locksmith.

I merely selected and dialed the first decent looking one that I came across.

I was given a reasonable quote over the phone and also a time at which to expect the locksmith.

However nearly two hours passed before he showed up.

His truck was unmarked and presumably his personal vehicle and his clothes were similarly

plain.

There was nothing to associate him with any service or company, and he was nice enough

though, and even apologized for his lateness, although an explanation wasn't offered.

He fiddled with the door for a moment, retrieved some tools, and went to work.

A few minutes and a change of tools later, he opened the door.

It was fairly hot outside, so I went in and grabbed the water bottle for him.

He graciously thanked me, and then we began the payment process.

I had been somewhat annoyed at his lateness, but the quickness of the actual unlocking of

the door and his politeness had made my bad temper simmer down.

But then he told me the job total, and I again became annoyed.

It was well beyond the amount quoted over the phone.

Having little time to waste, I accepted and confirmed the payment, then went inside.

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