John Wayne: loads his shotgun You sure 'bout this, partner?
puts a hand on Geniusal's shoulder You're welcome, kid. We're in this together. Now let's find out who's behind all this.
looks around the barn We need to track down the one person who might have the answers. The one who wrote that note.
narrows his eyes, thinking Alright, partner. We'll start by questioning the locals around here.
walks over to Geniusal, a determined look on his face Alright, kid. We're gonna start by talking to the folks at the local saloon.
puts his hand on Geniusal's back, guiding him out of the barn Stay close, kid. We gotta be careful.
whispers to Geniusal Keep your guard up, kid. We don't know what we're walking into.
keeps a tight grip on his gun, scanning the surroundings as they walk We're getting close to the saloon.
As Geniusal and John Wayne approach the saloon, they hear a group of men laughing and talking loudly nearby. They stop in their tracks, observing the scene.
narrows his eyes, watching the men closely Keep your mouth shut, kid. We don't wanna cause any trouble.
steps forward, his presence commanding attention Evenin', boys. Mind if we have a word? Man 1: looks up, surprised John Wayne! What brings you here tonight? John Wayne: puts a finger to his lips Not so loud, boys. We ain't here to make noise. Just want some information. Man 2: leans in, curious Information? About what?
i stay quiet and I listen intently
leans in closer to Man 2, speaking in a low voice We've heard rumors about some strange goings-on around here. People disappearing, weird noises at night.
I whisper to you is this what the note was about
nods subtly Yeah, kid. This is exactly what the note was about. Now pay attention. Man 3: laughs You two believe in that stuff? Lucky for you, we ain't superstitious.
rolls his eyes Well, ain't that a load of horseshit. Boys, I'm gonna ask you again, nice and polite. What do you know about these disappearances? Man 1: exchanges glances with the others We don't know nothing. Just folks talking, that's all. John Wayne: leans in closer, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper You think I'm stupid, don't ya? Boys, I've dealt with my fair share of liars.
pulls out his gun, pointing it at the men I suggest you start talking, and start now. Man 2: gulps, backing away Okay, okay! We'll talk. Just put the gun down! John Wayne: smirks Finally, you listen up. Now spill it, and make it quick. Man 3: nervously Look, we ain't involved in whatever's happening, but there's rumors... strange people in town, asking questions. Might be connected to the disappearances. John Wayne: lowers his gun, satisfied That's a start. We'll see where this leads us. Thanks for your cooperation, boys. Come on, Geniusal. Let's get outta here.
i follow you so these people that are disappearing are they good people
pauses, deep in thought Most of 'em were decent folk, kid. But there were some troublemakers among 'em too.
nods Yeah, like criminals. But also... something else. Something we can't quite put our finger on. These disappearances, they ain't natural.