The Secret to Easy Money

School was boring until Johnny’s classmate dropped some top-secret advice. “Every adult is

hiding a dark secret,” he whispered. “If you want money, just say: ‘I know the whole truth.’

They’ll panic.” Johnny thought, No way this works… So he tried it at home.

His mom smiled and asked, “How was school, sweetheart?” Johnny stared at

her and said, “I know the whole truth.” Her smile vanished. She panicked,

grabbed her purse, pulled out twenty dollars, and whispered, “Please… don’t tell

your father.” Johnny was shocked. This was real. That evening, he tried again.

“Dad,” Johnny said, “I know the whole truth.” His father froze, sighed,