But she knew that was just Jimmy's personality, chatting while assessing, and things had gone smoothly overall. For lunch, Jimmy had of course invited her out, and after the meal, they parted ways—Jimmy went home, and Mary returned to her studio.
When Jimmy got home and saw the state of the bedroom, he felt stifled. How could anyone sleep in there?
After some thought, he contacted the apartment property management to recommend a renovation company. The place was unlivable; it needed a complete overhaul.
Sitting on the couch, Jimmy phoned Nia for a bit and then decided to head out to find a hotel to stay temporarily. With the renovation needed, he would have to live elsewhere for at least two to three months. He planned to stay in a hotel for a few days and then figure out what to do next—if push came to shove, opting for a long-term hotel rental wasn't out of the question, even if it meant spending more money.
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