The Royal Flush

    By José Manuel

    The Royal Flush cover image

    23 Feb, 2024

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    The battle against the Kitty and his minions began, with Lynn leading the charge. Her booming roar echoed through the battlefield as she charged towards the ropes, her face set in a determined grimace.

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    Meanwhile, Lori hurriedly gathered Lincoln and Clyde, pulling off the hairballs that had been flung at them. She grimaced, obviously repulsed by the task.

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    As this was happening, Lisa decided to join the fray. She pulled out an abacus and chucked it at the Kitty, knocking him down.

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    Lana, the animal lover of the family, approached the downed Kitty, her face softening. She tried to calm him, but the Kitty had other plans.

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    The Kitty suddenly shrank and entered Lana's body through her mouth, taking control of her and her voice. The others watched in shock as Lana's demeanor changed.

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    Lola, always the observant one, noticed the change in Lana. She asked Lana if she was okay, but Lana's response was not her own; it was the Kitty's voice.

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    The siblings realized that their mission had become more complicated. They had to save Lana from the Kitty's control and retrieve their lost Royal Flush suit.

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    They devised a plan. Lynn would distract the Kitty-controlled Lana while the others searched for the suit. Lori would be in charge of keeping Lincoln and Clyde safe.

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    The plan was set in motion. Lynn began to taunt Lana, trying to distract her from noticing her siblings' movements.

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    Meanwhile, Lori led Lincoln and Clyde to a safe spot, constantly checking on them to ensure they were okay. They huddled together, their faces filled with fear.

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    Lisa and Lola began their search for the suit. They rummaged through piles of debris, their small hands working swiftly and quietly.

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    Lana, under the Kitty's control, tried to stop them. But Lynn was relentless, keeping her distracted with her continuous taunts and feints.

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    Lola finally found the Royal Flush suit. She held it up triumphantly, her face lighting up with joy.

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    The sight of the suit seemed to snap Lana out of her trance. She shook her head, her eyes clearing as she regained control of her body.

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    Lynn saw her chance and lunged at Lana, pulling the Kitty out of her mouth. Lana collapsed, her strength drained.

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    The Kitty hissed, but its body began to shrink. It tried to escape, but Lori was quick to catch it in a jar.

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    With the Kitty contained and the Royal Flush suit retrieved, the siblings breathed a sigh of relief. They had won the battle.

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    They turned their attention to Lana, who was slowly recovering. Her siblings surrounded her, their faces filled with concern and relief.

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    Lana smiled weakly at them, assuring them she was okay. Despite the ordeal, she still managed to joke about wanting a hairball as a souvenir.

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    They all shared a laugh, their bond stronger than ever. They knew they could face any challenge as long as they were together.

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    And so, the adventure ended, not with a bang, but with the comforting sounds of laughter and familial love. This was truly a Royal Flush victory.

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