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needs more money to stop it closing then

            we’ll get more money!”


               “Can’t you just do that then?” said Tom.

            “Then Mr and Mrs Young won’t have to


            sell.”

               There was silence.


               “Ah,” said Gran, sitting down. “That’s the

            trouble. Mr Snarling is coming back


            tomorrow for another look. Then Mr and

            Mrs Young will agree to the sale. There is


            just no time for finding the money.”

               Everyone sat sadly and silently for a few

            moments.


               “Maybe Mr Snarling will change his mind!”

            Tom said hopefully.


               Gran shook her head.




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