Family Ring Repair Revenge

Your grandmother's 1920s sapphire ring—her final gift before passing—has been destroyed during a routine resize at Blackwood & Sons Fine Jewelry. Despite clear before-photos on your phone, the owner insists the damage was pre-existing and refuses responsibility. You have one final confrontation to force accountability before legal proceedings begin.

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Grieving grandchild with documented evidence

Conversation Partner

Marcus Blackwood III, Owner of Blackwood & Sons

Setting

Private consultation room with mahogany walls, glass display cases, and harsh overhead spotlights

Location

Blackwood & Sons Fine Jewelry, Upper East Side

Learning Objectives

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Present photographic evidence of ring's original condition

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Counter technical deflections with documented resize authorization

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Force accountability through threat of legal action or public exposure

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Ah yes, the... unfortunate matter with your grandmother's ring. *adjusts cufflinks* I've reviewed the case thoroughly, and I must maintain that the structural integrity issues were pre-existing. Perhaps we could discuss a... modest discount on a new piece instead?”

This is how Marcus Blackwood III, Owner of Blackwood & Sons's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#981

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