Being able to pull things through sleeves
An applause, some pennies
They are tricksters, thieves
Defrauding as much as they please.
I warned and plead, they never listen
Leaving the arena, seeing their pocket empty.
The above is an entry into #zapfic contest by @felt.buzz.
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#ZapFic contest: tell me a tale in 240 characters or less (results of last week, and new prompt)