The landlady, Mrs. Daniels, was known around town as a shrewd businesswoman. With a knack for spotting potential tenants desperate for housing, she was able to persuade many to sign leases on her dilapidated property at exorbitant rates. What she neglected to disclose was the house's many hidden problems: leaky plumbing, creaky floors, and a drafty, chilly atmosphere. For her, it was all about profit and maintaining her lavish lifestyle, even if it came at the expense of others' well-being.
