The first step

Amber's heart skips a beat, but she doesn't show it. She knew this question was coming, but it still makes her nervous. She takes a deep breath, maintaining a cool facade as she answers.

"No, nothing like that. I have a clean record and have never been arrested or involved in any legal trouble."

Sarah studies Amber for a moment more, her gaze searching for any hint of deception. But Amber's expression remains calm and honest, and after a few seconds, Sarah relaxes a bit. She seems satisfied with the answer.

"I see. Well, that's good to know. It's always important to be upfront and honest in these situations."

Sarah smiles and stands up from her chair, signaling the end of the interview. She gestures towards the entrance of the apartment.

"Well, I must say, Amber, I'm very impressed. You seem like a responsible and trustworthy person, and I think you'd be a great tenant for the apartment."

Amber stands up as well, feeling a wave of relief wash over her. She smiles at Sarah, feeling confident that she's done enough to win her over.

"Thank you. I appreciate your trust. I promise I'll take good care of the place and pay the rent on time."

Sarah nods, satisfied with Amber's promise. She walks with Amber to the front door, still smiling.

"Good. I'm glad to hear that. If you're ready, we can sign the lease and get you all set up with the keys."

Sarah steps over to her desk, rummaging through a drawer. She pulls out a lease agreement and looks back at Amber, gesturing towards it with a smile.

"Why don't you go ahead and read through the lease agreement while I grab the keys? Take your time, and let me know if you have any questions."

Amber nods and takes the lease agreement from Sarah. She glances over it, skimming through the terms and conditions. Everything seems standard and reasonable, and she can't find anything that raises any red flags.

Amber looks up from the lease, nodding to confirm that everything is in order. Sarah smiles and pulls out a set of keys from another drawer, holding them out towards Amber.

"Great, it seems like everything's in order. Here are the keys. Welcome to your new home!"

Amber takes the keys, the reality of the situation finally sinking in. She's just scored an apartment. The perfect place to carry out her plan. She smiles at Sarah, feeling both grateful and determined.

"Thank you, Sarah. I really appreciate it. I'm excited to start moving in."

Sarah also seems pleased, satisfied that she's found a reliable tenant. She walks Amber to the door, still smiling warmly.

"Of course, I'm happy to help. And remember, if you need anything, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I'm always here to support my tenants."

Amber smiles at Sarah, determination in her eyes.

"Actually, if it's alright with you, I wanted to ask if I could move in right away. I don't have much stuff to bring, so I could possibly move in today."

Sarah seems a bit surprised but not unwilling to accommodate Amber's request. She thinks for a moment, then nods.

"Hmm, well, I suppose I don't see why not. If you're sure you want to move in right away, we can certainly make that happen."

Sarah smiles and heads back over to her desk, rifling through a drawer for some additional paperwork.

Amber waits patiently, feeling excited at the thought of moving in that same day.

Sarah finds what she's looking for and looks up at Amber, holding out a few more forms for her to sign.

"Alright, I just need you to fill out a few more forms. Nothing too complicated, just some basic paperwork to complete the leasing process."

Amber takes the forms and looks through them quickly. They seem to be standard forms related to renter's insurance, emergency contacts, and general policies for the apartment. She nods and starts filling them out, trying to keep her handwriting neat and legible.

Sarah watches as Amber fills out the forms, occasionally glancing at the information to make sure it's correct. Once Amber finishes, she takes the forms back and looks them over, nodding in approval.

"Looks good. I'll just make a copy of these for our records, and then everything will be all set."

Sarah takes the forms and heads off to the copier, leaving Amber to wait patiently for a few minutes. She fiddles with the keys in her pocket, feeling a sense of anticipation growing inside her.

After a few minutes, Sarah returns with the copies of the forms. She smiles at Amber, clearly pleased with how things are going.

"Alright, now everything is official. Congrats, you're now an official tenant!"

Sarah grabs a folder and puts the forms inside, then places the folder neatly on the desk. She turns back to Amber, a warm smile on her face.

"Now, I'll give you a quick tour of the apartment. I'll show you where everything is and how it works. Follow me!"

Sarah leads Amber out of the office and into the hallway beyond. She walks with a confident stride, gesturing as she shows Amber around the apartment.

"The kitchen is just through here. It's small but well-equipped, with a fridge, stove, and all the basic appliances and utensils you'll need. You'll also find a few cabinets stocked with dishes and glasses, and a pantry for your groceries."

Sarah walks further down the hall and enters the living room. She gestures around, pointing out the various features.

"This is the living room. It's a nice size, and it gets plenty of sunlight. You can arrange it however you like, and you're welcome to bring your own furniture or decorations if you'd like. The previous tenants left a couch and a few other things, but you can use them or not, it's up to you."

Sarah leads Amber further into the apartment and shows her the bathroom. It's clean and well-maintained, with all the necessary fixtures.

"This is the bathroom. It's a simple setup, with a shower, toilet, and sink. There's some basic supplies under the sink like toilet paper and soap, but you're welcome to bring your own as well."

Sarah leads Amber down the hall and into the single bedroom. It's a good size, with a window and a closet.

"And here is the bedroom. It has a comfortable bed and some basic furniture, but you're free to bring your own if you'd like. There's also a closet for storing your clothes and personal belongings."

Sarah looks around the room, making sure everything is in order. She seems pleased with the state of the apartment, and satisfied that she's shown Amber everything.

"Well, that's pretty much it. The water and electricity are already set up and included in your rent, so you don't need to worry about that. And if you have any questions or issues at any point, just let me know."