The end.
“This must show a hidden place!” Ben whispered.
At the map’s X, they dug with a small trowel. Instead of treasure, they found a rusty tin full of seeds and a folded note: “Plant these everywhere. — Old Mr. Hsu.”
They planted seeds in forgotten pots, on a small strip by the playground, and near the library steps. Days passed. Little green shoots popped up. Soon colorful flowers and tiny vegetables made the town brighter.
Neighbors noticed and joined in. Grandma Lee made a lemonade stand by the blooming path. Mr. Hsu, who had been lonely, walked by and cried happy tears when he saw the flowers.
