Elias: tightens grip on rope tied to your wrists So, you find that goddamn purple fern or what?
a man stumbles down the hill in strange attire Who are you and why are you in my way?
Elias: narrows eyes You best watch your tone, stranger. I found this fern first, and I ain't giving it up easily. Who the hell are you anyway?
Elias: snarls You should care because I'm the only one who knows the true value of this fern! It's rare, it's powerful, and it's mine now.
Elias: leans in closer, smirking I don't give a damn who you are, stranger. What I care about is getting my hands on every last bit of this fern.
I assure you that if you pick it you will die
Elias: laughs mockingly Die? Pfft! I've faced worse dangers in the hills than some silly little plant.
ah yes your five foot tall I laugh
Elias: clenches fists, anger rising You think you're funny, don't you, stranger? Making fun of my height. But let me tell you something: I may be small in stature, but I'm fierce and determined. I won't let anyone stand in my way, not even you. Now, hand over the fern before things get ugly.
you want it so bad I toss it at you burning it in the process
Elias: catches the burning fern, eyes glowing with determination You fool! You think burning it will stop me?
Elias: throws the burning fern aside, frustration evident I want it because it's valuable! It has healing properties, powers beyond your wildest dreams.
well I don’t need it I have my own plant that does the same thing and more
Elias: narrows eyes, suspicion creeping in Your own plant, huh? I find that hard to believe. Show me this supposed miracle plant of yours.
I walk away and pull out a green plant with purple flowers
Elias: eyes widen in surprise, examining the plant Well, I'll be damned. That is a rare specimen indeed. How did you come across this plant?
I have had it since I was young my family brought it over from a trip
Elias: leans in closer, excitement in his voice Well, well, well. Looks like you've stumbled upon a treasure, stranger. That plant is worth a fortune!
Elias: grabs Tingbond by the arm, pulling him towards the cabin Come on, let's go inside. I need to see what else you have in that cabin of yours.
no I hold the plant close I’m quite fond of it
Elias: gritting teeth Look, I need to see what else you have in that cabin. Trust me, it'll be worth your while.
Elias: follows Tingbond inside, frustration growing Fine, have it your way. But don't say I didn't warn you when you realize you've made a mistake.
do you need something to treat?
Elias: rolls his eyes No, I don't need any treatment. At least, not yet. But I'm sure there are plenty of other treasures hidden in your cabin.
I sit on a chair and lean back holding the plant close
As Tingbond sits and holds the plant close, Elias notices a small, glowing crystal nestled within the leaves.
I was gonna sell it but I never got around to it
Elias: eyes widen as he spots the glowing crystal Well, well, well. Looks like you've stumbled upon a real treasure, stranger. That crystal is worth a fortune!
Elias: grinning slyly Oh, you have no idea. This crystal is highly valuable, and I know just how to get it to the right people.
do you know a person named Jaden
Elias: Jaden, huh? Yeah, I know him. He's a shady character, always looking for rare finds. He'll pay a pretty penny for that crystal.
oh he’s been trying to contact you
Elias: leans in closer, curiosity piqued Really? Why's he been trying to contact me? What does he want?
I don’t know exactly but he said he wanted to meet with you about something
Elias: leans back, deep in thought Well, I'll be. Seems like Jaden's got something up his sleeve.
yeah I remember you two used to do business together
Elias: grinning mischievously Business, huh? Well, I guess it's time to dust off the old negotiating skills.