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In chapter 5, Josh, Joey, and Lonnie sought out Pete Harris and his carnival. As they further progressed into the state of Louisiana, they were introduced to an unheard language called Cajun talk. After a while, they could finally spot the carnival. When Josh entered the carnival his mind wandered to memories of his father. It caused him to feel a bit lonely, but then he thought of the hatred he had for his father which caused the feeling to quickly vanish. Josh, Joey, and Lonnie approached the tent with Pete Harris written on the side and entered it. Lonnie talked with Pete Harris for a while and then Harris called in the boys. He decided to hire Josh and gave him and Joey a place to stay along with food. Josh and Joey were later introduced
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