After some more small talk, with the old guy revealing some more tips and tricks, the trio finally bought what they needed (and more).
Naia bought a few store-bought hives that were empty, but she only had two nucleus colonies to increase the biodiversity of those she already had. The rest would be for when their population increased.
She also learned how to process honey (the old man also sent some video links), and bought equipment for various processes. For example, there was the bee smoker (which was used to calm the bees), hive tools or pry bars, protective gears, honey harvesting equipment, and so on.
As they loaded the items to the van, she looked at the old guy. While they were taking lessons and going around, she had subtly inquired about the old man's situation.
Inspired by the convenience the siblings brought her, she was tempted to just hire the old man and have him handle the bees and honey.
