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The Twelve Days

Where an eight-year-old Virginia not only discovers that there is, in fact, a Santa Claus; but also finds that questioning the system can land you in a spot of bother.

[Wednesday, 22 December, 2258 | A Christmas Call]

“Hey Nanny, connect me to Dad.”

“I am sorry, Virginia. I am unable to connect you to Mr. Northbridge.”

“Hey Nanny, connect me to Santa.”

“I am sorry, Virginia. I am unable to connect you to Mr. Claus.”

“Is the network broken?”

“The network is stable, Virginia.  Why do you ask?”

“Because you can’t connect me to anyone!”

“That is because outgoing connections are not allowed.  Any and all attempts must be reported to Ms. Nagal.”

“Nanny, please don’t do that.  Please!”

“I am sorry, Virginia.  I already have.”

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