"Seventeen Years of Friendship — and Still Growing”"

It’s hard to believe it’s been 17 years since I first met Grape. Long before Web3, before crypto charts and Discord calls, we were just two friends sharing ideas, late-night talks, and the same curious spark for the future. When we both stepped into crypto together, it wasn’t just about chasing trends — it was about discovering a new frontier side by side. Over the years, I’ve seen how Grape never changes at his core: grounded, sincere, and endlessly passionate. Whether it was diving into new projects or weathering the unpredictable storms of the market, he’s always had this calm conviction that keeps people steady. He doesn’t just follow the hype — he understands the “why” behind what he does, and that’s rare. What’s most special, though, is how our friendship has evolved alongside this industry. We’ve grown not just as builders or explorers, but as people who’ve learned the real value of trust and consistency. Grape’s always been someone who listens first, speaks with thought, and acts with intention. That’s probably why, even after 17 years, I still find myself learning from him. Some friendships fade with time. Ours only deepened — like good wine, or maybe, fittingly, like grapes.