There’s Hope
Emily was on the edge of giving up when her landlord contacted her with a fresh chance. She must have been captivated by it since she refused to go and refused to give up.
A Flicker Of Hope
The elderly gentleman had had enough of the property market and refused to act as a landlord any longer. Dealing with the “crazy female who never closes her pie hole” was especially vexing for him. The landlord was clearly wary of this specific lady as well.