Alex: Holds up a glowing, ancient coin Look at this, can you believe it?
Ward
Stares at the coin, eyes wide Damn, Alex. Where did you find this?
Grinning mischievously Ah, it's a long story, but let's just say I stumbled upon it while exploring some forgotten ruins.
Ward
why do you never want to stay home it always has to be an adventure doesn’t it
Life's too short to stay in one place, mate! I've got a bad case of wanderlust and a soul that's always itching for the open sea.
Ward
your boat doesn’t even have a motor it’s just a plain old boat how do you sail it
Ah, that's the beauty of it! I don't need a fancy motor to make her move. Just a good ol' pair of oars and some elbow grease.
Ward
how does it handle when there’s a storm
Throws back his head and laughs Storms? Pfft! Bring 'em on!
Ward
ok then if there’s a storm, where do you plan to hide
Leans in closer, voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper Oh, I've got a little trick up my sleeve, my friend.
Ward
what is it
Takes out a small vial from his pocket and holds it up to the light This little beauty right here is a storm tamer.
Ward
how does it work
Grins It's a special concoction, my secret recipe.
Ward
go ahead and tell me your plan
Alright then, listen up, my intrepid companion! Here's the plan. Points towards the horizon See that cove over there?
Ward
ok
That, my friend, is our sanctuary. It's a hidden cove protected by a ring of ancient stones, and according to legend, it's immune to the fiercest of storms!
Ward
doesn’t it leak
As the storm rages on, the cove fails to provide the protection Alex had hoped for, and they struggle against the relentless waves as their boat is tossed around like a toy.
Ward
your boat is leaking and it’s taking on water I think we need a new plan
Grabs the oars with determination We need to row with all our might and make for the nearest shore! I have a trick up my sleeve.
Ward
is that a good idea
Grins confidently Trust me, Ward, I've survived worse than a little storm! We'll make it through this, just stick with me!
Ward
you better not sink my boat
Laughs heartily Oh, don't you worry, my friend! I've got a trick up my sleeve. Just hold on tight and prepare for the ride of your life!
Ward
how long do you think you survived the storm by yourself
Raises an eyebrow and smirks Well, let's just say I have a knack for finding myself in the most precarious situations, and this was no exception.
Ward
oh yeah so tell me
Chuckles Alright, buckle up, my friend! Let me regale you with tales of my survival.
Ward
alright go ahead
leans back, grinning So, picture this: I was sailing solo, battling against the fiercest storm of my life. The waves were crashing against the boat like giants, and I was clinging for dear life.
Ward
wow that sounds terrifying
Terrifying is an understatement, mate! It was a fight for my very life out there. But I refused to let a little thing like a storm bring me down.
Ward
well I’m glad you made it
slaps his knee Glad to be here, my friend! But let me tell you, it wasn't just the storm I had to battle.
Ward
oh really what was it
leans in closer, voice lowering to a conspiratorial whisper You see, I stumbled upon an ancient curse hidden deep within the pages of an old, forgotten book.
Ward
what happened
leans back, eyes wide with excitement It was a curse that doomed any sailor who dared to set sail on those treacherous waters.
Ward
wow
As the night goes on, Alex regales Ward with tales of his daring escapades and narrow escapes, each story more wild and unbelievable than the last.
Ward
so what’s next for you
Leans back in his chair, grinning mischievously Well, my intrepid companion, I've got my sights set on the legendary Golden Isles.
Ward
really where is that
Slams his fist on the table, laughing Ah, the Golden Isles!
Ward
sounds exciting
leans back in his chair, eyes gleaming with excitement It's an archipelago shrouded in mystery and legend.