Advent Drabble 13 - Penguin

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Requested by MaryJane221b (and girls)

“I just helped Lucky write a letter to Santa,” said Eames.

“And?” prompted Arthur.

“‘Dear Santa,’” Eames read aloud dramatically, “‘last year you didn’t bring me a leopard so this year I’m requesting a penguin, that should be easier for you, since you’re in the North Pole.’”

“She does make a logical point.”

“Hang on, I’m not done,” Eames said, and continued reading, “’Also, penguins remind me of my dad Arthur because they’re always so well-dressed.’ Got to say, she’s not wrong, and she’s very sweet.”

“It is sweet,” Arthur agreed, touched, and then, “I remind you of a penguin?”