Lately, Morin had been helping out Nabe.
He was in charge of organizing documents, collecting rent, managing the collected money, tending the garden, and patrolling the apartment complex.
Surprisingly, he found it all quite enjoyable.
Through rent collections, garden work, and checking up on the property, he began to grow closer with the residents.
Since most of them lived alone, Morin had become something of a local favorite.
"You really are a good kid, Morin. Very capable," Nabe said with a satisfied smile.
Morin had compiled a report covering projected maintenance expenses, contractor options, cost estimates, and reputation comparisons.
Nabe looked it over, clearly pleased.
Morin rather liked being praised by him.
Nabe was strict and had a sharp tongue when it came to work, but when Morin did well, he didn't hold back on the compliments.
Most importantly, when Nabe trusted him, he entrusted him with serious responsibilities—like this maintenance project.
