He typed in the serial code – which looked suspiciously like "crack22" – and the software sprang to life. The room was suddenly filled with the sound of revving engines and whirring propellers.
Alex grinned mischievously. "Let's just say it's a little shortcut to getting the most out of ClearView. But I wouldn't recommend sharing it with anyone, if you know what I mean."
Alex shrugged. "Hey, I didn't pay for it, that's for sure. And besides, I'm not hurting anyone. I'm just trying to enjoy my hobby."
Alex nodded enthusiastically. "Huge! This simulator is the most realistic one out there. It's like flying a real RC plane, but without the risk of crashing and breaking stuff."
As we took a break, I asked Alex, "So, what's the 'link' you mentioned?"
As I walked into the small, cluttered office, I couldn't help but notice the excitement in the air. My friend, Alex, a passionate RC flight enthusiast, was fiddling with his computer, a huge grin on his face.
I shook my head, laughing. "You're a bad influence, Alex."
He launched the simulator, and we spent the next few hours flying virtual RC planes, performing tricks and stunts, and just having a blast.