Backfire
Anson still at the council not aware of what was happening back at camp, was desperately pleading for help. He would debase himself do anything to undo the harm he had done to his daughters. Problem was Abdul-Hamin leader of the council agreed to see what he could do for 100,00 simoleans, and it would cost Anson everything he had.
Anson: Honored sir, while I do have money and land, I have no ready cash of that amount. I would have to sell my property and call in some favors. I can't do this immediately.
Abdul-Hamin: This council is not here for charity Anson. Do you want our help or not?
Anson trying to maintain his anger: As I have stated it will take time.
Abdul-Hamin knowing he had Anson where he wanted him: I have a solution Anson, I have this form here that is legally binding turning over all available monies, properties and assets owned by you presently. If the amount of these assets is less than the amount this document also gives me the legal standing to get the rest of the monies owed by any legal means necessary. What Abdul-Hamin didn't tell Anson is that this document was set up so that he could declare interest on the monies owed keeping Anson indebted to him for life. Anson after signing this contract would have no money to hire a good lawyer to contest this contract, which is the only way to fight it, and usually the courts saw things from the creditors point of view. So there was a big chance he would still lose even if he somehow managed to fight it.
Anson desperate bowed and thanked Abdul-Hamin for his mercy: Honored sir, I am overwhelmed by your mercy. Thank you. I will sign it. Where is it.
Abdul-Hamin slid the contract over to Anson. Anson picked it up and started to read it.
Abdul-Hamin: You ingrate! You dare to imply I am not trustworthy by reading the contract? I have said what the contract contains, and you would insult me in this manner?
Anson: Honored sir, while I do have money and land, I have no ready cash of that amount. I would have to sell my property and call in some favors. I can't do this immediately.
Abdul-Hamin: This council is not here for charity Anson. Do you want our help or not?
Anson trying to maintain his anger: As I have stated it will take time.
Abdul-Hamin knowing he had Anson where he wanted him: I have a solution Anson, I have this form here that is legally binding turning over all available monies, properties and assets owned by you presently. If the amount of these assets is less than the amount this document also gives me the legal standing to get the rest of the monies owed by any legal means necessary. What Abdul-Hamin didn't tell Anson is that this document was set up so that he could declare interest on the monies owed keeping Anson indebted to him for life. Anson after signing this contract would have no money to hire a good lawyer to contest this contract, which is the only way to fight it, and usually the courts saw things from the creditors point of view. So there was a big chance he would still lose even if he somehow managed to fight it.
Anson desperate bowed and thanked Abdul-Hamin for his mercy: Honored sir, I am overwhelmed by your mercy. Thank you. I will sign it. Where is it.
Abdul-Hamin slid the contract over to Anson. Anson picked it up and started to read it.
Abdul-Hamin: You ingrate! You dare to imply I am not trustworthy by reading the contract? I have said what the contract contains, and you would insult me in this manner?
Anson fumbling: No, honored Abdul. I meant no offense. I am a businessman, and it is ingrained in me to read all contracts. I meant no offense. Please forgive me. Anson quickly put the contract down and signed his name to it. He wasn't sure that this was the smartest thing to do, but he couldn't afford to offend the council further.
Anson slid the contract back to Abdul-Hamin. I meant no offense. I hope this means you will still help me. I have promised everything I have in exchange for your help.
Abdul-Hamin toying with Anson for the sheer pleasure of it: I have this legally binding contract signed by you agreeing to give me whatever I want. I may decide not to help you after all.
Anson: But-but how can you do that? That contract agrees you will help me in exchange for 100,000 simoleans.
Abdul-Hamin: This contract my honored Anson only states that you will pay me 100,000 simoleans plus any interest deemed "fair" by me for services agreed to by me. It does not specify services, and if by services I want the definition to be determining if I will help you, that is all I have to do. I never put in writing in this contract what I would do in exchange for this money.
Anson's mouth fell open realizing how he had been duped. He could spend the rest of his life paying this man for nothing. He wanted to strangle Abdul, but couldn't risk it as they could still agree to help him,
Abdul-Hamin condescendingly: Now go wait out in the waiting room you dog! We will let you know if we will grant your petition. Any further words and we will end this right here and now!
Anson slid the contract back to Abdul-Hamin. I meant no offense. I hope this means you will still help me. I have promised everything I have in exchange for your help.
Abdul-Hamin toying with Anson for the sheer pleasure of it: I have this legally binding contract signed by you agreeing to give me whatever I want. I may decide not to help you after all.
Anson: But-but how can you do that? That contract agrees you will help me in exchange for 100,000 simoleans.
Abdul-Hamin: This contract my honored Anson only states that you will pay me 100,000 simoleans plus any interest deemed "fair" by me for services agreed to by me. It does not specify services, and if by services I want the definition to be determining if I will help you, that is all I have to do. I never put in writing in this contract what I would do in exchange for this money.
Anson's mouth fell open realizing how he had been duped. He could spend the rest of his life paying this man for nothing. He wanted to strangle Abdul, but couldn't risk it as they could still agree to help him,
Abdul-Hamin condescendingly: Now go wait out in the waiting room you dog! We will let you know if we will grant your petition. Any further words and we will end this right here and now!
Anson filled with impotent rage had no choice. He turned and walked for the door. Oh how he wanted to grab one of those knives off the wall and kill everyone of them. This unfortunately would not keep his daughters from that evil monster's clutches.
Anson went out into the waiting room, and feeling the need to vent grumbled and swore under his breath.
Hamzah not being a bad guy, felt sorry for Anson.
Hamzah: It did not go well for you I see.
Anson: That is an understatement kind Hamzah. I think I have royally messed up. My daughters I fear will be in great trouble.
Hamzah sympathetically: The council is most likely to help you. I wouldn't worry about it.
While they were talking a man rushed in and went direct to the council room.
Anson was worried. It must be a courier for the council and obviously he had some important news.
The courier left after what seemed an eternity instructing Hamzah to go into the council chamber.
Hamzah went in.
Hamzah not being a bad guy, felt sorry for Anson.
Hamzah: It did not go well for you I see.
Anson: That is an understatement kind Hamzah. I think I have royally messed up. My daughters I fear will be in great trouble.
Hamzah sympathetically: The council is most likely to help you. I wouldn't worry about it.
While they were talking a man rushed in and went direct to the council room.
Anson was worried. It must be a courier for the council and obviously he had some important news.
The courier left after what seemed an eternity instructing Hamzah to go into the council chamber.
Hamzah went in.
Hamzah came back out looking worried and told Anson the council wanted to see him.
Anson filled with fear at the look of pity on Hamzah's face walked into the chamber.
Anson filled with fear at the look of pity on Hamzah's face walked into the chamber.
Abdul-Hamin trying not to laugh at this situation.
Abdul-Hamin: Dear honored Anson. The council and I have unfortunately been informed we cannot help you.
Anson: Wh-wh-why?
Abdul-Hamin taking great delight slowly drew out his words: It has come to our attention that your wife has legally turned your daughters over to Abdullah, and they are even as we speak at his house. This means we have no power to intervene anymore.
Anson shocked: You are lying!
Abdul-Hamin: Unfortunately for you I am not. And by the way the contract stands.
Anson filled with fear, shock and consternation screamed and fell to the floor in a dead faint!
Abdul-Hamin: Dear honored Anson. The council and I have unfortunately been informed we cannot help you.
Anson: Wh-wh-why?
Abdul-Hamin taking great delight slowly drew out his words: It has come to our attention that your wife has legally turned your daughters over to Abdullah, and they are even as we speak at his house. This means we have no power to intervene anymore.
Anson shocked: You are lying!
Abdul-Hamin: Unfortunately for you I am not. And by the way the contract stands.
Anson filled with fear, shock and consternation screamed and fell to the floor in a dead faint!