".... He can't make oars with any other wood?"
"Uh…. No, he told us in very clear, very forceful terms. He has specific requirements for his oars, one of which required wood from that specific tree."
"So we are going to fetch that wood so that he can make his oars, and then we can set sail."
"Don Don Don! Bingo. For that you can travel with us free of charge, we will cover for you."
"Hold on, wait a minute, why would you do that?"
"Do you have 2 gold coins to give him?"
"Two gold coins!? For a short ferry ride!?"
"I did say stealing even considering the situation. Anyway, so I assume no?"
"Uh…"
"Don't worry at all. I told I could help you. What are friends for afterall. All we need is a little help with the wood situation."
She laid out clearly, smart enough to not tread the lines of pride even after supposedly establishing their relationship, as she said with a happy face.
"Hmm… well.. I guess I can do that…. As long as it isn't anything unseasonable."
