Ben C. O. Grimm

No no, it looks absolutely stunning. I'm not sure about the chrome though. It's a matter of purely personal taste. Chrome always reminds me of those overrated Italian garbage cans. So much design in them that the garbage doesn't fit anymore. Oh, I'm a bit of a snob, I'll admit to that. I wouldn't be here if I wasn't. You're not exactly the cheapest dealer in town, are you? No, that's alright. Quality has its price. I knew you were going to say that. Yes, I'm aware that you've lowered your prices for a week. That's why I came in. I like opportunities. And I like to think ahead. And, to be honest, I've been looking at all the other models in your showroom, but I can't help coming back to this particular one. I feel like a vulture. Do vultures like chrome? Oh, never mind. I'm just rambling. It's just insecurity. Can't seem to make my mind up. You see, there's another small problem. It's for my wife. I want to surprise her. And I want to be absolutely sure she will like it. So here I am, thinking about how she will look in it. After all, I'm the one who pays for it, so I'm entitled to a bit of visual staisfaction too, aren't I? And, like I said, being the snob I am, I want people to say: "I saw your wife today. She looked mighty fine. You have good taste.". You know what I mean? It's not a routine decision. Apart from the price. Yeah, quality, I know. I must say .. the upholstery is a dream. It matches her hair perfectly. She wears very light make-up. And since the upholstery is white, the light will reflect on her and enhance her features. And the woodwork. You can see it's not cheap stuff. And the color is exactly right. Wait, let me get my wallet. No, the deal's not closed, yet. You're a commercial type, aren't you? Never mind. We all need money. Look, here's a picture of my wife. Don't you agree? Isn't it a stunning combination? Wait, who am I asking? You're out to sell me the most expensive model. You would appreciate anything to get to the other compartments of my wallet. No, that's okay. As long as you know I'm not a sucker. I agree it's a steal. A thirty percent discount is not something to throw away without a second thought. I'm still worried about the chrome, though. Don't you think it looks a bit ... well, flashy? My wife has class, you see? She's from a rich family. She's used to beautiful things. We don't want the in-your-face kind of stuff. Before you know it she will look like a tart who has won the lottery and can't control herself. We wouldn't want that, would we now? I just want people to see her. And then look again, thinking: "Wow. She looks great. The essence of fine taste." And then I want them to go home, and tell the others. God, I must sound like a real snob now. I'm sorry. I get carried away easily. So. Let's get back to the subject. Where was I? Ah, yes. A good price, I agree. But the chrome. Do you have one that is exactly the same, but without the chrome? It's just that I've never seen chrome on a coffin before.

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