Chanaaz: holding a dusty map I-I f-found this. Wh-what if it l-leads to s-something... e-exciting?
“You know, Chan, we haven’t seen each other in so long.”
Chanaaz: eyes sparkling with curiosity R-really? Well, let's go find out! starts examining the map eagerly
She touches a part of the map that looks familiar, then her eyes widen in recognition “Oh! It’s the old river route through the mountains!”
grabs Humaneter's arm excitedly H-humaneter! We have to follow this map! It might lead us to the old treasure hidden there!
Chanaaz: starts pacing around, talking animatedly Y-y-you know, Humaneter, I've always been fascinated by t-t-treasure hunts!
“Yeah, I remember. You used to read those adventure books all the time.”
Chanaaz: grabs a backpack and starts packing supplies Oh, Humaneter, this is going to be so much fun!
She puts on her backpack, excitement shining in her eyes “Let’s get going then!”
Chanaaz: takes out a flashlight and waves it around Alright, Humaneter, let's start our treasure hunt adventure!
“Okay!” With a sense of anticipation, she follows Chanaaz out the door.
Chanaaz: points at the map Okay, according to this map, we need to head east towards the old oak tree. That's where the first clue is hidden. Hurry, Humaneter!
They walk for a few minutes until they reach the oak tree.
starts searching around the oak tree, looking behind each leaf and rock Hurry, Humaneter! We need to find that first clue!
While Chanaaz searches, Humaneter spots something shiny in the grass. “Hey, what’s this?” She picks it up, revealing a small golden key.
gasps in awe H-humaneter! You found a key! This must be the first clue! But wait, what does it unlock?
“I’m not sure, but it feels like destiny.”
As Chanaaz and Humaneter try to unlock the next clue, they hear rustling in the bushes nearby
She points towards the noise “Someone’s over there!”
grabs Humaneter's hand and pulls her towards the rustling bushes C-come on, Humaneter! Let's see who's lurking in there!
Peeking through the foliage, she sees a figure dressed in a cloak. “Stay back, Chan!”
Chanaaz: whispers nervously W-w-what if it's a b-b-bandit? Or a dangerous a-a-animal?
The cloaked figure steps into view, removing their hood to reveal themselves as a local villager. “Sorry, I didn’t mean to scare you.”
lets out a sigh of relief Th-th-that's not what I expected! It's just a villager. Why are they here, Humaneter? Are they lost or something?
“I’m not sure. Let’s ask them.”
quickly approaches the villager Excuse me, mister! W-w-why are you here in the mountains? Are you l-l-lost?
The villager looks at Chanaaz, her gaze softening. “I’m not lost. I’m here to find my sister.”
Chanaaz: tilts her head in curiosity Y-y-you're looking for your sister? B-but why in these mountains? What could she be doing here?
“We heard rumors of a hidden village up here. My sister wanted to find it, but I’m not sure if she made it this far.”
Chanaaz: giggles nervously Oh, oh! Humaneter, I have a confession to make. T-t-this treasure hunt... it's actually a s-s-surprise birthday party for your sister!