Imagine this: Four old retired guys, taking a leisurely walk down the streets of Cooktown. Little did they know, their journey was about to take an unexpected turn. As they turned the corner, a sign caught their attention – “Old Timer’s Bar – All drinks 10 cents”. Astonished, they looked at each other and without hesitation, stepped inside. They couldn’t resist the allure of such an incredible offer.
The moment they entered, a friendly bartender with a charismatic voice called out to them, “Come on in and let me pour one for you! What’ll it be, gentlemen?” It was truly a sight to behold – a fully-stocked bar, ready to cater to their every desire. Eagerly, each man requested a martini.
To their surprise, the bartender swiftly served them four perfectly crafted martinis, shaken with ice and garnished to perfection. And then, as if straight out of a dream, he casually mentioned, “That’ll be 10 cents each, please.” The men stared at each other, unable to grasp their good fortune. They happily paid the 40 cents, savoring every sip of their martinis, and decided to indulge in another round.
Once again, the bartender effortlessly presented four exquisite martinis to the men. The price remained the same – a mere 40 cents. Their curiosity began to pique as they contemplated the impeccable quality of the drinks and the unbelievably affordable price.
Unable to contain their intrigue, one of the men finally asked, “How can you afford to serve martinis as good as these for just 10 cents each?” With a smile, the bartender replied, “I’m a retired tailor from Sydney. Last year, luck smiled upon me, and I won $25 million in the lottery. Opening this bar was my lifelong dream, and I wanted to make it a place where everyone could enjoy their favorite drinks without breaking the bank. Every drink, whether it’s wine, liquor, or beer, costs just 10 cents.”
The men were astonished by the incredible tale. They continued to relish their martinis, soaking in the delightful atmosphere of the bar. However, their attention wandered to a group of seven individuals seated at the end of the bar, who seemed to be patiently waiting without any drinks in front of them.
Intrigued, one of the men gestured towards the group and asked the bartender, “What’s with them?” Smiling mischievously, the bartender replied, “Oh, they’re all waiting for happy hour when drinks are half-price!”
This unexpected encounter turned a stroll into a thrilling adventure for the four old retired guys. It just goes to show that sometimes, life surprises us in the most delightful ways. The Old Timer’s Bar became their newfound haven, where they could relish in the camaraderie of good company and enjoy their favorite drinks without breaking the bank.
