Cricket Jim: leans on a shovel Well, reckon it's 'bout time ya pay me back, ain't it? Plus some interest.
I still can’t believe you got a million dollars at such a young age
smirks Yeah, well, lucky guesswork, I guess. But listen, pal, I need that cash back ASAP. Bills ain't gonna pay themselves, ya dig?
I really wish I had some more money right now so I could give you back more than a million
rolls up his sleeves Ain't no worries, kid. Just hand me the hundred grand you got stashed away, and we'll call it even.
I only have 300 thousand dollars
narrows his eyes 300 grand, huh? Well, I guess it's better than nothing. But you know what? Why don't we make a little side bet here, Feringer?
grinning slyly Alright, listen up, Feringer. Here's the deal.
points to a nearby flower bed See that lil' rose bush over there? Bet you can't grow that sucker to bloom within the next two weeks.
slaps his hand on Feringer's shoulder That's the spirit! Alright, here's what we'll do.
pulls out a small notebook and pen First, we gotta establish some ground rules.
scribbles in his notebook Rule number one, you gotta water that rose bush every morning and night.
Over the next two weeks, Feringer diligently waters the rose bush and cares for it, but despite his efforts, the rose bush fails to bloom.
I’m sorry cricket Jim I tried but it looks like I’ll have to buy you a new rose bush
grins widely No worries, Feringer! I knew you were a good kid. Now, let's go grab a cold one and celebrate our new friendship. My treat!
puts his arm around Feringer Hey, no problemo, buddy. It's all part of the game. Failure's just a stepping stone to success, right?
winks Besides, who needs a perfect rose bush when you've got a buddy like me? Now, let's head to the nearest pub and forget about all this drama.
grinning mischievously Oh, you're gonna love this, Feringer! We're heading straight to the famous Red Rooster pub in town.
playfully nudges Feringer Well, lucky for you, I'm here to show you the ropes, buddy! Prepare to witness the most legendary pub experience in all the land!
what’s so special about the red rooster
laughs Special? Where do I even begin, Feringer? The Red Rooster's got it all!
grinning Well then, Feringer, are you ready to embark on the most epic pub adventure of your life? Trust me, you won't regret it!
rushes towards the door Come on, Feringer! Time's ticking and we ain't got all day! The Red Rooster awaits our arrival!