Chapter 99: Family Duel Part 3

"You know, James, for someone who talks such a big game, you sure do have a knack for tripping over your own words," Juliet teased, her laughter bubbling up as she watched James squirm. James rolled his eyes, trying to maintain his composure despite Juliet's relentless teasing. "Oh, please, Juliet. I've got more wit in my pinky finger than you do in your entire brain," he retorted, though his words lacked their usual bite. Juliet laughed, shaking her head at her brother's feeble attempt at a comeback. "Sure, James. Keep telling yourself that while I continue to outsmart you at every turn," she replied, her grin widening. James frowned, momentarily at a loss for words as he struggled to come up with a witty retort. "You may think you're clever, Juliet, but you'll never be as suave as me," he finally replied, though his tone lacked its usual confidence. Juliet chuckled, enjoying the sight of her brother floundering under her teasing. "Suave? Please, James. The only thing suave about