Taunts and Cheers

Dion, enjoying the playful banter, couldn't resist taunting Marcus about recent events. With a smirk, he said, "Oh, Marcus, I almost forgot to mention – that car race we had just a little over a month ago, remember? You must still be catching your breath from losing to me."

Marcus, defensively, retorted, "That was a fluke, and you know it. I'll beat you next time."

Eden, adding to the tease, chimed in, "And let's not forget the land auction. Didn't Dion outbid you there too, just by a hair's breadth?"

Dion, with a mockingly sympathetic tone, said, "It's tough luck, Marcus. Maybe you should reconsider your strategy. Or maybe it's just that I'm always one step ahead."

Suzanne, trying to diffuse the tension, interjected, "Enough of this nonsense. Why are you really here?"

Eden, with a coy smile, replied, "Just making our rounds, catching up with old acquaintances. After all, it's a small world, isn't it?"

Dion, still reveling in the playful taunts, added, "Besides, we wanted to share our
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