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There was hardly any powder on each leaf, so Theingi

had to buy more land and grow more bananas. But he

was determined to do what was needed. It took him

several years, but at the end of it all, he had managed to

collect enough of the magic powder. He rushed to his

father-in-law, excited as never before. He would soon be

able to make gold from mere dirt!

“Father, finally… here is the kilo of magic powder!” he

cried.

The old man was filled with joy. “Wonderful!’’ he said.

“Wonderful! You’ve done well, Theingi. I’m proud of

you. Now I will show you how to turn dirt into gold. But

first, let’s get Thuza. We need her help.” Theingi was a

little puzzled, but without losing any time, he ran to his

wife and was soon back with her.

“Thuza,” asked the old man, “what did you do with the

bananas when your husband was collecting the

powder?”

“Why, I sold them, Father,” replied Thuza. “That’s how

we earned a living.”

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