After their tent had been set up, the family proceeded inside the raceway itself to meet with George's friend. And the moment the lad saw him, he exclaimed, "Geo! Long time no see, ol' buddy!" George replied as he gave him a quick hug, "Right back at ya, mate! How have you been doing?" "Pretty good, thanks! I see you've got a family of your own now, eh?" George said, "Yep! Ladies, I'd like you to meet Byron. Byron, this is my wife Pattie and our adopted daughter Laura." "Well, it's such a pleasure to meet you both!" Byron remarked while giving each of them a handshake. "It's a pleasure to meet you, too!" replied Pattie. "So you're the one who sent my father that letter he showed us yesterday, huh?" added Laura. Byron replied, "That is correct! You see, I figured this coming rally would not only be the perfect time for him to show off his racing skills, but for us to reunite as well. We've been close pals since elementary, in case yer wondering." "Mm-hmm." agreed George. Laura remarked, "Ah, how very lovely!" Pattie added, "I'll say!" Byron smiled and replied, "Yeah." He then asked, "With that being said, shall I give you a little tour around the raceway?" George replied, "Sounds good to me!" Pattie said, "Count us in!" Byron responded, "Great! Off we go!"

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