In a bright, bustling town, lived a man named Rusty Brown. In his comfy, cozy home, money was always on his mind—ever so shiny, ever so kind!
One day, on a sunny spree, Rusty found a coin under a tree. This coin was big and gold, quite a sight to behold!
With a whistle and a twirl, Rusty thought, 'I'm the richest in the world!' He placed the coin in a box, safe and locked with a few clicks and clacks!
But the coin had a trick. It wasn't just gold, it was quick! That night when stars were high, it sprang out with a golden sigh!
'Clink! Clank! Clackety-clack!' Rusty heard and sprang from his bed. With sleepy eyes, he followed the noise and there it was, the coin outside, poised.
With a chuckle and a dash, the coin led Rusty on a wild bash! Through the garden, over the fence, around the pond, it made no sense.
'Come back, coin, you silly thing!' shouted Rusty as he gave chase with a swing. But the coin only twinkled and rolled up a hill, giving Rusty quite a thrill.
At the top of the hill, what a sight to see! The coin was there, under a twinkling tree. It shimmered, shone, and started to speak, 'Rusty Brown, it's wisdom you seek.'
'Money isn't everything, you see. Friendship and kindness are key!' With that, the coin jumped and split into two, revealing a message all shiny and true.
Rusty read the glowing script: 'Share your wealth, let your heart be unzipped. Treasure friends and all you meet, and life will be a treat!'
With a smile and a cheer, Rusty held his new friends dear. The coins stayed still in his palm, for they knew they brought calm.
Back to town, Rusty went, spreading kindness wherever he went. Whimsy Woods felt the cheer, as Rusty shared love far and near!
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