Mr. Claus 2022

They got out of Lunna House and hopped into the Volvo. They wanted to get off of Shetland before the extent of the damage really hit Cailleach.
“So great to see you guys,” said Mr. Claus.
“It says here that Cailleach had made a three picture deal with Hollywood to explore Scottish mythology in more depth,” said J.J. and looked up from his phone.
“Well, she might be able to keep the deal but change it to a sketchier part of Hollywood,” said Leroy and laughed.
“Whatever the case lets get the ‘f’ outta here,” said Mrs. Claus.
“You got it. Berkeley?” said J.J.
“Of course. And I am going to need one of those cookies,” said Mr. Claus.
Mrs. Claus pulled one out of her purse and gave it to her husband with a welcome-back kiss.

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They all hung out at the Aardvark office and ate roast turkey tikka masala burritos from their neighbor.
“How did you manage to save my image? Or am I going to need to keep a low profile?” asked Mr. Claus between bites.
“First of all Liz made sure that all of the presents were delivered. Then we broadcasted a video of you with a heart-felt apology and a warning to be careful not to believe everything on the internet,” said J.J.
“But I didn’t make any video like that,” said Mr. Claus.
“I know,” said J.J. and smiled.
“Oh the irony. Use a fake video to apologize for a real video that everyone now believes is fake,” said Leroy.
Mrs. Claus poured herself a glass of bourbon, raised it and said, “Holy Guacamole. Things are changing fast. Welcome to the brave new world.”
“To a brave new world,” said Mr. Claus and raised his glass.