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[ratcomplex]

Quaint little city, isn't it? If only they hadn't been so rude about my... accommodations. But what's past is past. I must say the locals are a joy in themselves, busy like little worker ants.

Enough about them. I'm a sociable man, so let's do the best to make light out of our unfortunate situation and socialize. Go on, do tell me about your

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[cowardly_hero]

Whoa, whoa, whoa!

Did you say ants? Where did you find ants?

[ratcomplex]

They're an analogy. Try not to take them too literally.

[cowardly_hero]

Now he tells me.

[ratcomplex]

I can't be accountable for a fault in communication.

[cowardly_hero]

Could you at least explain who Christmas is? What's so important them? Are they a friend of yours or something?

[ratcomplex]

You really don't know Christmas!

[Bursts into laughter.]

[cowardly_hero]

... What?

[ratcomplex]

[Deep, calming breath.]

Nothing, nothing.

I simply find it amusing.

[cowardly_hero]

Let me guess, they're some big shot where you're from, right?

[ratcomplex]

[Chuckles.]

In a way, yes.

[cowardly_hero]

Great. As if we didn't have enough of those.

[ratcomplex]

More holidays? How novel.

[cowardly_hero]

Holidays?

[ratcomplex]

Yes, Christmas is a holiday.

[Deadpan.]

Stunning, isn't it?

[cowardly_hero]

... And what do you have planned for this 'holiday'?

[ratcomplex]

Gift giving, of course!

I'm a generous soul.