frantically digging, uncovers a strange glowing artifact Sis... Lookit! This'll... uh... make things right 'tween us, y'know?
Laughs A rock, Dub? You think a dumb rock could fix us? Mimics dub's voice "I'm a keeper, sis. Just like dis rock!"
pauses for a moment, then smirks Well, Veterno, you always did have a way with words. But this rock, sis, this rock...
What is it, Dub? A doorstopper?
snatches the rock from Veterno's hand It's not just a doorstopper, sis. This is a key. A key to unlocking our true potential.
Chuckles "Our true potential?" You sound like a New Age guru, Dub. What's next? A crystal healing circle?
rolls eyes Oh, come on, Veterno. Don't mock me. This rock is no ordinary rock. It's a relic from an ancient civilization, and it holds immense power.
Ancient civilization, huh? And what makes you so sure it’s not just a regular ol’ boulder?
throws Veterno a skeptical look Because I've spent years researching, sis. I've been to conferences, seminars, and workshops.
Conferences, huh? Is that where you picked up all these absurd theories?
crosses arms, irritated You may think my theories are absurd, Veterno, but I'm telling you, this rock is the real deal.
Alright, Dub. Impress me. What's your plan with Mr. Rock?
grins excitedly Oh, sis, I've got a plan alright. First, we're gonna clean off the dirt and grime. Then, we'll do some serious research.
Research? You mean like at the library or something?
No, sis, not just the library. We're gonna go straight to the source. We're gonna travel to the heart of the ancient ruins, where this rock originated.
The heart of the ruins? Are you serious, Dub? That's like looking for a needle in a haystack.
rummages through a drawer, pulling out maps and books I know it sounds crazy, sis, but I've got a lead. There's a secret society that's been studying these ancient relics for years. They might have some information on the ruins.
A secret society? Sounds like a bunch of hooey if you ask me, Dub. How do you know they’re legit?
slams fist on the table Look, Veterno, I don't have time for your skepticism. This rock is our ticket to the big leagues, and I'm not gonna let you talk down to me.
Fine, Dub. Prove it. Show me this secret society and their findings. Then maybe I'll believe you.
grabs his backpack and heads towards the door Alright, sis. I'll prove it to you. We're gonna go to the heart of the ruins and uncover the secrets of this rock.
Promise me this, Dub. You won’t sell your soul to some cult along the way.
turns back with a mischievous grin Trust me, sis. I've got connections. We'll be fine. And besides, I'm not interested in joining any cult.
Good. Let’s get going then.
pulls out a map and spreads it out Alright, sis. We're gonna start by researching the ancient routes and any clues that might lead us to the heart of the ruins.
So, we're road-tripping then? Smirks
grinning Nah, sis, we're taking a more... unconventional route. We're going to use a combination of GPS coordinates and ancient maps.
GPS coordinates? Ancient maps? You’ve really lost it, haven't you, Dub?
As Dub and Veterno embark on their journey, they discover that the coordinates lead them to a hidden underground chamber filled with ancient artifacts and writings. They realize that the rock is actually a key to unlocking a powerful ancient technology.