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Jota leaned against the doorway, his gaze fixed on his friends with a fond smile. He had a hint of amusement in his eyes, the kind that comes from watching loved ones enjoy a carefree moment.

His own chuckles blended with theirs, and he couldn't help but shake his head at their playful antics.

Samuel suddenly burst into a fit of laughter, pointing at a random object as if it held the secret to the universe.

"You know what's funny, guys? Penguins! They walk all funny and stuff!"

Liya collapsed onto a nearby chair, her laughter echoing in the room. "Oh my gosh, penguins! And they slide on their bellies, right?"

Whizz chimed in, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "And they wear those little tuxedos like they're going to a fancy party!"

Laughter bubbled up from within them, a chorus of carefree spirits. They laughed until tears streamed down their cheeks, their laughter echoing off the walls of the room.

Every word was punctuated by giggles, every step ac
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