Type:
TALK TO THE FISHERMAN
In reply, the old fisherman comments, "Me and the wife ain't getting any
younger, and times is tough. If you've got any ideas, girlie, let me know. "
Again type:
TALK TO THE FISHERMAN
The fisherman chooses to ignore your attempted conversation. Instead, he
looks dismally into his coffee cup and sighs heavily.

While you're here, take a look around.

Type:
LOOK AROUND
The inside of thefisherman's shack looks almost as shabby as the outside. You
notice the fisherman 'so pole in the corner.
LOOK AT THE TABLE
It looks like an old worn table.
LOOK AT THE BED
The lumpy bed looks old and uninviting.
LOOK AT THE FISH
You see a large fish hanging on the wall.
LOOK AT THE STOVE
At least the stove keeps it warm in here.
LOOK AT THE COFFEE POT
The smell of hot coffee fills the room.
DRINK SOME COFFEE
You don't like coffee.
TALK TO THE WOMAN
You introduce yourself to the old fisherman's wife. With little patience, she
responds, ''what are you coin' here, young lady?! Can't you see I'm busy?!
We have enough problems without worryin' 'bout you!"
TALK TO THE WOMAN
You try, to talk pleasantly to the tired-looking woman, but your words fall on
deaf ears. She is obviously annoyed by your presence.

The old woman is annoyed by your constant chattering. It might suit you well to leave her alone.

You are now ready to leave this house and continue on your adventure.

May fortune be with you along the way!