Griffin blushed. He should have know that she would see through his lie. He had never been a very good liar. Of course it might have helped if he had come up with a more original lie. he handed the lady his papers. "I could help with the painting. I might be able to fix your current furniture with the right tools. I like working with my hands." Griffin offered gruffly. He would feel better about accepting their assistance if he could give back.