Under Wisconsin law, inherited real estate stays individual property, however many boards Brad nailed into my trees.”

Brad gave a short laugh that echoed off the steel roof beams.

“My ex-wife’s just throwing a tantrum because she can’t stand being alone,” Brad said, moving closer to the counter so his voice would reach the customer paying for tractor oil up by the front door.

The man buying the oil glanced back over his shoulder, then quickly dropped his eyes to his receipt.

“You’ve got twenty-four hours,” I said, my voice staying flat and low.