Advent Drabble 15 - Reindeer

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Mrs. Hudson gave him a stuffed reindeer.

“What’s this?” asked Oliver.

“It’s Rudolph,” said Mrs. Hudson.

“Oliver doesn’t need a stuffed representation of a creature bullied and outcast without remorse for daring to be different.” Sherlock didn’t look up from his microscope.

“You know,” said Oliver, “reindeer can’t fly. Don’t other children know reindeer can’t fly?”

“It’s magic,” Mrs. Hudson answered.

“And they accept that without seeking a scientific explanation?” Oliver scoffed. “Amateurs.”

“Also, reindeer are well-equipped to navigate through blizzards. They don’t need a red glowing nose. Their knees click.”

“Their…what?” said Mrs. Hudson.

“Do your research,” sighed Oliver.