The Ride That’s Too Expensive

They finally reach the taxis.

Papaia shows the taxi driver the name of their hotel.

Papaia
“Excuse me, how much would the ride be?”

Taxi Driver
“You don’t need a taxi.”

The driver points toward a field in front of them.

Taxi Driver
“You just have to cross that field. What is it… 300 meters? The hotel is right over there.”

Papaia
“Excuse me, but there’s a ‘Private Property’ sign over there…”

Taxi Driver
“Yes, I know… but everyone goes through there.”

Ravioli
“Come on, Papaia, let’s do what he says… We can walk.”

Papaia
“I don’t feel like ending up in a ditch or getting chased by guard dogs.”

Banani
“Excuse me, but can’t you take us there?”

Taxi Driver
“Yes, but it’s not worth it for you…”

Banani
“Why? How much does it cost?”

Taxi Driver
“100 euros.”

Banani
“100 euros?! But you said it’s just on the other side!”

Taxi Driver
“Yes, but then I lose my place in line… I’m not leaving this spot for less than 100 euros.”

Banani
“Ah… I see…”

Papaia and Ravioli start arguing.

Papaia wants to pay for the taxi, while Ravioli wants to walk and save the money for later at the restaurant.

In the end, they get lost in the countryside near the airport.