leans against the barn door, a shadow of a smile "Heard of a family treasure, mind if I take a peek?"
smirks Oh, really? Prove it then. What did your parents name you?
raises an eyebrow Certer, huh? Well, I had a childhood friend named Certer. He used to live in this very farmhouse.
My parents didn't have any friends
waves his hands dismissively Oh, come on now. Don't try to pull that wool over my eyes. I've done my research, Certer.
steps closer, raising his voice Look, I get it. You're skeptical. But I need your help.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself Look, I know this is all coming at you as a shock, but I really do need your help.
runs his fingers through his hair, agitated Fine, you want proof? I'll give you proof!
pulls out a worn-out photograph from his pocket, handing it to Certer Take a look at this. That's your mother and me when we were kids.
narrows his eyes, anger flickering across his face You don't remember this? pulls out a small locket from his pocket
voice cracking with desperation Look, Certer, I know it's been a long time. But please, try to remember.
pauses for a moment, thinking quickly Alright, one last thing. Your childhood nickname. What was it?
Certer's expression softens as a memory begins to resurface. He remembers having a childhood friend named Gabriel, who he had lost contact with years ago.
breathes a sigh of relief Finally, some progress. Look, Certer, I just need your help to access the family treasure. It's mine, I inherited it.
Just because we share a last name doesn’t mean you can just take it
rolls his eyes Look, I get where you're coming from, but this treasure is my birthright!
grabs Certer by the collar, his eyes blazing with anger You think you can just dismiss me like that?
straightens his shirt, smirking Well, well, well, looks like we're gonna have to hash things out, aren't we?
steps even closer to Certer, his voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, don't worry, sweetheart. I'm not leaving until I get what's rightfully mine.
I run to the basement and hide the treasure there
smirks, following Certer to the basement Well, well, well, looks like I have myself a little hidey-hole. starts searching the basement