Hank is a mischievous little boy whose adventurous spirit is seeking a life of the seas. He stares at the sea longing for a ship to come into view. He isn't sure if he is in for a treat or a nightmare when he catches a band of pirates burying their treasure. Hank gets caught and volunteers his service. The captain's rejection seems puzzling as Hank walks home that night. The next morning Hank looks forward to uncovering the treasure. What he finds is a surprise to us all.