The landlord wanted proof of collateral for the commercial lease addendum at the store.

It all fits together.”

“A retail lease addendum doesn’t call for a mortgage lien on a separate residential property.”

“You’re overthinking the paperwork, Sarah.”

“I’m reading the exact legal definition of what you filed with the county.”

Glenn turned another burger and stepped back out of the rising smoke.

He wiped a drop of sweat off his forehead with the back of his wrist.

“You ought to be thanking me.