After a two-week vacation, Victoria returned to her vividly yellow home, which her late husband had carefully painted, only to discover that her neighbors, the Davises, had painted it gray. They had taken matters into their own hands while she was abroad since they were well-known for their contempt for the vivid hue of her home.
When Victoria addressed the Davises, they flatly denied anything. Mr. Thompson, her neighbor, attested to the fact that the Davises’ fraudulent work order was used to complete the repainting. Victoria was enraged, believing her neighbors had used a “bucket of paint” to wipe out her husband’s memory.
Demanding answers, she stormed into the painting company’s office. Gary, the manager, apologized and clarified, saying, “We thought it was their house.” Victoria persisted in filing a lawsuit, and the painting company consented to assist her.
Employees of the painting company testified against the Davises in court. The Davises were ordered to pay all costs, including court fees, and repaint the house yellow after the judge found them guilty of fraud and vandalism. “I hope you’re happy,” Mrs. Davis growled outside the courthouse. With a charming smile, Victoria answered, “I will be when my house is YELLOW again!”
Victoria’s peace of mind and her home’s color returned as a result of her unwavering willingness to stand her position.
