Reginald Pennyworth was as miserly as Scrooge himself, counting his coins with a gleam in his eye while refusing to share even a dime with those in need. His web of lies curled around him like the strings on Pinocchio, each falsehood constructing a deeper pit of deception that he fell into daily. At parties, he would boast of his wealth, yet his actions mirrored those of a farthing thief, leaving only the ghostly echo of his empty promises behind him.
In 3 sentences, describe a character that is stingy with money and dishonest. Include allusions to Scrooge and Pinocchio or two other suitable, well-known allusions in your response.
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