Nadu: smirking Found something shiny, huh? Bet it's not as rare as my jade doubloon?
Avery
I hold up the necklace
laughs mockingly Oh, look at that! You think a little trinket like that can impress me? That's cute, Avery. But let me show you what real treasure looks like. pulls out a small wooden box Behold, the legendary Golden Anchor! They say it sank with the lost pirate ship, The Black Dragon. Worth a fortune, baby! And guess who's gonna be the one to cash in on it? Me!
Avery
turns away nah, I'm outta here.
steps in front of Avery, blocking their path Oh, come on now. Don't be like that. Look, I've got an idea... How about we team up?
Avery
I run
grabs Avery's arm firmly No escape, sweetheart. We're gonna have some fun tonight. starts running towards a hidden spot
Avery
I gasp it’s an 1804 Draped Bust dollar. it’s more valuable than your entire collection of rare coins
laughs mockingly Oh, really? You think you've hit the jackpot, don't you? Let me see that precious coin of yours. extends hand
Avery
I look up from the book I'm reading hmmm...maybe you should see if there's more of them around...
leans in closer, whispering You're playing a dangerous game here, Avery. But fine, I'll indulge you. Tell me everything you know about these coins.
Avery
No it’s not but how did you get that
grinning Ah, Avery, always curious about my treasures. Let's just say I have my ways of acquiring such precious artifacts...
Avery
nods nervously W-what?
leans closer, whispering Let's make a deal. You give me that coin, and I'll teach you how to strike it rich like a true master thief.
Avery
Nadu’s eyes widen with recognition That's a first edition printed in 1883… one of only fifty in existence! And it’s in pristine condition, too. grinning Think you can top that?
leans in closer, smirking Top it? Baby, I'm gonna blow your mind. Check this out. pulls out a small wooden box and opens it
Avery
I don’t have anything
narrows his eyes, taking a step closer Oh, come now. Don't be modest. I can see it in your eyes, Avery. You're hiding something.
Avery
nods slowly You're right.
leans in closer Now, let's see what you've got. Show me that coin.
Avery
looks at it closely It looks pretty old. Maybe I can clean it up and see what’s underneath.
Oh please, you think you can outsmart me with your little cleaning tricks? Go ahead, I dare you. Let's see how long it takes for you to realize that you're dealing with a true mastermind.
Avery
nods, showing a slight smile It's not a fake, either. Check the edges—real gold, all the way. offers a hand to hold the coin
leans in, examining the coin closely Hmph, can't blame you for trying. But I'll let you off the hook this time. smirks