Yeah, some of you might remember the dealings that *I* had with his boss when he offered to sell me the shop. I know from firsthand experience that the guy is moody and says one thing one day, then takes the completely oppositive POV the next. In fact, I wouldn't doubt that the negotiation played a part in what happened to my H, although I did a good job maintaining a professional demeanor despite his rollercoaster decisions and communication style.