C117 Gold Mine

After a moment, Smith seemed to catch on.

A slick smile spread across his plump face. "Lanter, I'm at a loss for what you're getting at."

He glanced around and shrugged his shoulders with feigned innocence. "Did I bring up the location of a gold mine just now? It was nothing more than idle chatter among friends."

"If you're skeptical, feel free to report me to the mayor