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The Wealth in the Old Well

by Shawn Barnett — In the small town of Rockdale, a long – standing feud between the Johnsons and the Smiths has turned life into a constant tug – of – war for poor Old Tom, the village head. Amid a severe drought and a water – shortage crisis, the simple task of cleaning the well has become a battleground. Enter Linda Johnson, a widow struggling to raise her son and pay for his college tuition. When she bids for the well – cleaning job, little does she know that a hidden surprise awaits at the bottom of the well. And what unfolds after that? A discovery that will shatter long – held secrets and change the town’s dynamics forever. Dive in to uncover this thrilling tale of mystery, guilt, and redemption!
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by Shawn Barnett — Old Tom explained with a mixture of regret and shame that after David's death, he couldn't stand the torture of his conscience, so he anonymously reported Jack. After the case was exposed, he was a little involved and was fired from his job. Later, Jack tried to reduce his own guilt by shifting the blame to the dead David, saying that David had dragged him into corruption and that most of the money had been taken by David. So the case became a mystery again. The more Old Tom talked, the more guilty he…
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The Wealth in the Old Well chapter 2

by Shawn Barnett — Jim frowned, snorted, and walked away with a cigarette in his mouth... The people around the well gradually left, but Linda's heart couldn't calm down. She dusted off the mud on her body and walked straight to Old Tom's house. When she opened the door, the argument inside suddenly stopped. At the dining table, Old Tom was holding a cup of coffee and lowering his head, while Jim was squinting and smoking. The two of them were staring at each other. Linda got straight to the point. "Old Tom, don't be…
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The Wealth in the Old Well chapter 1

by Shawn Barnett — Old Tom is the head of the villagers in a small town called Rockdale. Being the head here is no easy job. You see, there are two major family names in this town, the Johnsons and the Smiths. These two families are always competing with each other, and poor Old Tom, being from a small family, gets caught in the middle and suffers from both sides! Lately, he's been going out early and coming back late, avoiding everyone. No one knows what he's been up to. One day, before dawn, Old Tom slipped out of his…
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Land Speculation

by Meredith Wilson — Have you ever had a once – in – a – lifetime opportunity to turn a small investment into a fortune? John, an antique collector with a penchant for scouring the countryside, thought he did. One day at the New York antique market, he snagged a jade token at a bargain. But then, a young man named Tom appeared, desperate to buy it at an exorbitant price. After learning Tom’s sob – story, John sold it. Little did he know this was just the start of a wild ride. Soon, a seemingly innocent exchange offer would lead to a shocking revelation that would shatter his world. Dive in to discover how John’s greed leads him down a treacherous path!
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by Meredith Wilson — From then on, John actively befriended Tom. He often invited Tom to his home, showing him his collection, hoping to get some more benefits from this wealthy young man. Tom, on the other hand, seemed to gradually develop an interest in collecting. Every time John showed him an item, Tom would praise it and gently stroke it, looking extremely fond of it. At such moments, John would be so proud that he could hardly contain himself. He couldn't help but tell Tom how he had "scoured the countryside" to find…
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by Meredith Wilson — John had a passion for collecting antiques. He was always on the move, spending his free time exploring remote rural areas in the United States, searching for treasures he loved. This hobby was often referred to as "scouring the countryside" in the collector's circle. Over the decades, through this method, John had amassed more than three hundred pieces of collectibles. Among them, a gold - inlaid copper incense burner worth seven figures was his most prized possession. Gradually, he gained a reputation in…
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It’ll keep rising tomorrow.

by Andrew Moore — In a small, seemingly sleepy village in the United States, a bombshell news rocks the community. The planned construction of a highway is about to transform this quiet place into a political battlefield. Suddenly, multiple candidates emerge, vying for the coveted position of village mayor and the lucrative deputy supervisor role for the highway section. With two final candidates, Tom and Jack, in the running, the balance of power lies in the hands of old Mr. Brown and his six crucial votes. As the election looms, a high – stakes game of negotiation and greed unfolds. But what will happen when the unexpected occurs on the day of the election? Dive into this tale of political intrigue and shattered dreams.
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by Andrew Moore — Mr. Brown immediately regretted his decision. He thought that if he had asked for five thousand dollars, Jack might have still agreed. He realized that the value of the votes was likely to increase. He couldn't accept the money now, or the price would stop rising. He planned to give Tom a hint the next day. So he pushed the money back to Jack and said repeatedly, "Let's talk. On the day of the election, it's a cash - for - votes deal. I keep my word." "Deal!" Jack put the money back in his pocket and…
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It’ll keep rising tomorrow. chapter 1

by Andrew Moore — There's a small village in the United States where votes are as volatile as stocks in big cities. One can only hope that such a strange thing only happens in stories... A piece of news spread like wildfire through the quiet and remote village of River North. The planned construction of a highway was about to turn this once - sleepy place into a hotbed of political activity. Overnight, six or seven people announced their candidacy for the position of village mayor, which also came with the lucrative role…
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