“Alright, Bug, I think we have enough toys and the capybaras already unloaded all the food. I think it’s probably best if we skip the wrapping step and just let the kids pick out something they want, as there are triples of everything. We should have plenty for everyone,” Harold said as he pulled out the special coat Bug had requested as well.

“Nice. I wasn’t sure you could find me a Santa suit!” She said happily.

“Believe it or not, every pet store sells Santa costumes for dogs. I’m a little surprised myself,” Harold replied.

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“Twonger has his mana spirit decorating one of the giant trees in Ethel’s realm. Frank finally agreed to pull my sleigh. The penguins are going to hand out the food so the capybaras can take the night off, the Citar is going to give the kids rides, and we have games everywhere. Do you think everyone will like it?” Bug asked. She had been nervous from the moment the idea had occurred to her, but with the war still going, they needed something to bring some cheer to everyone and this seemed like the right moment idea.

“I do. It’s a great idea and you’re doing something special here,” Harold smiled down at her, reaching down and straightening her fake beard. “Go get your sleigh ready SantaBug.”