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Jules cleared his throat and looked around uneasily when the loud scream came again from inside the house. He didn’t need anyone to tell him what was going on. The unmistakable sound of pleasure echoed through the morning, cutting through the rain. He glanced at the other guards, noting their similar reactions. Who wouldn't hear it? He was sure even passersby would notice.

He couldn't help the hot red hue that crept into his cheeks. Clearing his throat once more, he tried to maintain his composure, though it was difficult given the circumstances. He glanced back at the house, the sound still ringing in his ears, and then decided to walk away from the car where he and a few of the guards had been discussing their duties.

"Uh, guess we should, um, check the perimeter," Jules mumbled awkwardly as he walked away, scratching the back of his neck. The other guards nodded in agreement, their faces equally flushed.

"Yeah, good idea," one of them replied, as sounding embarrassed.

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