I would give it back knowing there is only a small chance his story isnt BS and he has probably been laid up drunk some where. I'd charge him a late fee and say have a good day enjoy your heirloom.

Eating fried chicken and watermelon since 1972.

You tell me how I ought to be, yet you don't even know your own sexuality,, the philosopher,,, you know so much about nothing at all. Chuck Schuldiner