About this location
A few stories people tell about this place
1. In the quiet town of Willow Creek, Melone Hatley’s law office stood like an old oak tree—solid and unassuming. One day, after hours, a young boy walking home from school noticed something peculiar: every time he passed the building, his dog would stop dead in its tracks, staring intently at the third floor window. Finally curious, the boy peeked inside one evening and saw Mr. Hatley, wearing a ridiculous hat and dancing around while singing opera. The whole town knew it was just Melone having another one of his famous impromptu karaoke sessions, but no one could help but smile.
2. One morning, a delivery driver pulled up to Melone Hatley’s office and asked, ‘Why does your sign say “Open” when you’re always closed?’ Melone Hatley smiled and replied, ‘Because I’m never really closed—just very selective about my clients!’ The delivery driver nodded wisely, realizing he’d stumbled upon an old pro who knew exactly whom to serve.
3. At midnight, while Melone Hatley's office was locked tight, a faint humming sound echoed through the empty hallway. A passing janitor swore it was just the air conditioning, but no one could explain why the tune sounded exactly like an old-timey banjo. One night, a delivery driver noticed that the lights were still on in Hatley’s window. Curious, he knocked gently on the door—and found himself face-to-face with a sleepwalking Melone, wearing his best suit and arguing vehemently with an invisible client. The driver cleared his throat loudly, causing Melone to jump and mutter, ‘Damn meddling kids—next time use the front door!’
4. In the late afternoon, as Melone Hatley’s office doors closed for the day, a soft tinkling sound could be heard from inside. Curious neighbors peered through their windows, wondering if someone had left the piano playing after hours. Curiously, it turned out that Mr. Hatley had simply forgotten to turn off his meticulously tuned fountain pen. The next morning, he found himself in an awkward situation—his secretary was giggling over coffee while showing him the recording on her phone.