As the gala party unfolded, the atmosphere buzzed with excitement and anticipation. Small business owners mingled with guests, eager to make connections and forge new partnerships. Among them was Flora, who spotted her cousin Ted in the crowd.Flora made her way over to Ted, a playful smile on her lips. "Well, well, well, if it isn't my dear cousin Ted," she greeted him teasingly.Ted chuckled, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "Flora, always the life of the party," he replied, returning her smile.Flora playfully nudged him. "You know me," she quipped. "But seriously, Ted, when are you going to settle down? I hear marriage does wonders for networking."Ted laughed, shaking his head. "Ah, Flora, always the matchmaker," he said. "But I'm not in any rush. Besides, I'm too busy building my empire."Flora raised an eyebrow, a knowing look in her eyes. "Empire, huh?" she remarked. "More like trying to find your next sugar mama."Ted's smile faltered slightly, but he quickly recovered. "C
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