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Upon arriving in Indonesia, Wells sought out Mike, a once-revered geologist whose theories had recently fallen from grace. Mike proposed the volcanic Arc Theory, which posited that seismic activity in the Pacific Ring of Fire could yield rich mineral deposits. Their shared struggles and goals prompted them to team up, resulting in a partnership agreement that underscored the division of responsibilities—Wells would manage funding while Mike focused on locating the gold.
Despite Wells’ tireless efforts to generate funding, testing for gold yields disheartening results and dwindled their resources. Just as despair set in, Mike’s decisive action to solve the workers' water crisis rejuvenated morale, allowing them to continue their excavation efforts.