Silas sighed, his pride stinging. "Pick two, Higgins. Just don’t tell the neighbors I’ve gone soft."
He went inside, but not before adding a small note to the bottom of the chalkboard: Limited time only. Don't push your luck. buy 1 get 1 tires
That night, Silas sat on his porch, watching Pete’s car zip safely around a sharp corner. He realized that while he’d given away half his inventory, he’d gained something he couldn't bolt onto a rim: a town that finally drove as smooth as his conscience. Silas sighed, his pride stinging
The first customer was Mrs. Higgins, who drove a sedan that shook like a wet dog. "Silas, is it true? Two tires for the price of one?" his pride stinging. "Pick two