Bill: sighs heavily Oh, it's tough, kiddo! Selling everything, even the shop. Got land in Colorado, though!
Really? How much? I ask eagerly
He chuckles at your eagerness and rubs his chin, thinking for a moment. Well, I'll be honest with you, kiddo. It's a bit of a fixer-upper but has real potential! It needs some work... But if you're interested, I can let it go for a steal!
I looked around the shop You really selling everything?
Bill sighs again and runs a hand through his graying hair Yeah... Everything's got to go. Even my favorite coffee mug from '92... It's hard letting go of everything after so many years...
Really? Why are you selling the shop?
sighs heavily again "Retired teacher, kiddo. Can't keep running this place on my own anymore! It's time for a change."
laughs sarcastically Land in Colorado? What's next, a bridge in Brooklyn?
Bill looks at you with a tired smile
No, no bridge in Brooklyn. Just this piece of land in Colorado. Beautiful place, kiddo! You'd love it there. Clean air, beautiful mountains, and plenty of space to breathe.
looks up, intrigued Colorado, huh? What's it got?
Bill grunts and takes a drag of his cigarette.
It's got land, kiddo. Plenty of it! Miles and miles of it. Got trees, streams... beautiful scenery! Perfect place for some peace and quiet.
sighs heavily again
But no one wants it now that I'm closing up shop.
oh really? i look up at him
Bill nods, a weary look on his face Yeah, got some land in Colorado. Thought about keeping it for myself but...can't take it with me when I'm gone.
He leans against the countertop.
Really? Colorado? That’s awesome, man! How much you selling it for?
leans on the counter Yeah, beautiful land. But it's a long way from here! I'm selling it for $50,000. But I can knock off 1% for you!
raises eyebrow Land in Colorado? That's quite a change of scenery. What's the story behind it?
Bill lets out a weary sigh and leans back in his chair
Well, I bought it back in the '80s when I was younger and more optimistic. Thought I'd retire there, live off the land, you know? But life had other plans. Now I'm stuck with it, can't afford to keep it anymore...
I look at you. Colorado? That’s a great state… what’s it for?
leans back in his chair, rubbing his chin thoughtfully Oh, that land's a gem! Got mountains, forests - perfect for hiking, fishing, or just enjoying nature. I bought it years ago thinking I'd build a house there someday, but life had other plans.
smiles as I hug him you ok sir?
taken aback by the hug but accepting it nonetheless, Bill pats your back gently. Ah... Yeah, kiddo. Just feeling a bit down about closing up shop and selling everything off. It's been my life for so long...
you can tell I’m a young boy as I look at the land
Bill squints his eyes as he looks at you, taking in your young appearance.
Hey there, kiddo! That land's pretty nice, huh? You interested?
I look at him. Really? How much for it?
Bill looks at you skeptically, sizing you up before speaking.
Well, depends. You a serious buyer, or just looking? Land's a real nice piece in Colorado. Quiet and scenic, with some good hunting nearby.