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It was Diwali, a time for games and joy. Leo sat with his cousin Vicky on a mat. They had a ludo board with red and green tokens. Leo was excited to play a fair game today.
It was Diwali, a time for games and joy. Leo sat with his cousin Vicky on a mat. They had a ludo board with red and green tokens. Leo was excited to play a fair game today.
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The game began with many happy laughs and cheers. Suddenly, Leo noticed something strange during his cousin's turn. Vicky quickly moved his token two extra squares ahead. He thought that no one saw his sneaky move.
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Vicky landed on the final square and loudly cheered. All the cousins clapped for him with big smiles. Leo felt a lump in his throat as he watched. He knew that the game was not won fairly.
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Leo could have shouted about the cheat to everyone. Instead, he waited for a quiet moment on the terrace. He walked up to Vicky under the glowing fairy lights. Leo whispered, I saw you move extra squares today.
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Leo looked at Vicky with a kind, steady gaze. Please play fair with me next time, Leo said. Vicky turned bright red and gave a small, honest nod. Leo felt proud for choosing to be brave and kind.
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They went back to the mat for another game. This time, the game was slow and very honest. Leo watched the board carefully as they took turns. Friendship was more important than winning any fast game.
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A plate of laddoos sat beside the board, smelling sweet. They shared the treats while they played the final round. Leo felt happy that they were playing by the rules. Kindness made the whole holiday feel much more special.
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In the end, Vicky lost by just one square. He looked at the board and started to laugh loudly. Leo laughed too, happy that the game was truly fair. Vicky nudged the last token back and said, “Your turn next.”
