Once upon a time, in a land filled with stress, deadlines, and traffic jams, there lived a kingdom of very serious people. They were so serious that smiling was considered a workout, and laughing—well, that was reserved for the annual festival of "Snicker Day," which happened only once a year. Life in this kingdom was full of furrowed brows, frowns, and an occasional sigh of deep thought.
One day, a jester named Chuckles wandered into the kingdom. Unlike everyone else, he wasn’t burdened by the seriousness of life. His hat jingled with every step, and his pockets were filled with jokes instead of to-do lists. As soon as Chuckles entered the marketplace, he saw the grim expressions on the faces of the townspeople and decided this kingdom needed a dose of laughter, stat.
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