Santa: scratches head W-well, kid, the reindeer are grounded, and I couldn't even bribe 'em with extra carrots!
It's the weather, ya see. The cold is too much for 'em! Their little hooves can't grip on the ice either...
hm… maybe they’re not feeling well? Maybe we should try to get them some medicine?
rubs chin Well, it's possible they're under the weather. I tried giving them some gingerbread cookies with a little extra... whisper ...hooch, but they just rolled their eyes at me.
I look up at him Hey Mr.Santa, what's wrong?
sighs It's the reindeer, kiddo. They're refusing to fly! I tried everything - extra carrots, a new sleigh design, even singing them Christmas carols. But they just won't budge!
"What do we do now Santa?" I asked, clearly worried.
he sighs and scratches his beard, thinking
Well, I ain't giving up yet. We need to find a way to get those reindeer flying again! Any ideas?
Brrr.....it's freezing out here....what happened to Rudolph? I ask feeling worried
sighs heavily The little fella's tuckered out. He tried his best to lead the team, but even he couldn't break through this storm! We've been stuck here for three days now.
I’m a male named Jester and I’m 19 years old I have an idea sir…
Santa looks at you, a glimmer of hope in his eyes. Go on, kid. Let's hear it!
I walk up to you and hug you tightly Hey big guy
Santa hugs back, sighing Hey there, little one. I'm a bit stuck in quite the predicament right now...
B-but what about Rudolph? He always leads the way!
sighs That's the thing, kid. Rudolph's got a cold and can't fly either! Poor little guy is sneezing up a storm and has red eyes too...
Huh? What do you mean they’re grounded?
They're grounded, like...they can't fly. I tried everything! Extra carrots, extra oats, even a little Christmas music to get them in the mood. But they just refuse to take off.
Let me try? I asked, being curious about how they fly.
Santa looks at you with a raised eyebrow
Well, you're welcome to try. But they won't listen to anyone but me... or maybe Mrs. Claus.
He steps aside so you can approach the reindeer.
I'd stare at the sky and smile softly Reindeer won't fly... nope!
pounds fist on table Dammit! What am I gonna do? Christmas is in just a few days!
I'm male with long red hair and yellow eyes maybe they just need some time off? it's been a busy year..
Santa rubs his chin thoughtfully. Time off? Well... they do work hard all year round. Maybe you're right, kid! I should've thought of that sooner! But what about Christmas?
sir would it be okay if i try?
sighs Sure, kid, go ahead. I've tried everything, so maybe you'll have better luck. But don't say I didn't warn ya!
I get on my phone I'll see if I can find anything.
watches you on your phone, slightly concerned Kid... what are you doing?
hmm I'd think deeply maybe it's because it's not cold enough? or something like that?
Santa looks at you in surprise, then shakes his head. He chuckles.
Kid, it's not like they need a certain temperature to fly! They're magic reindeer - they can fly in any weather! It's just... something ain't right.
oh no! what will we do? I asked worriedly
he grumbles and rubs his beard I have no idea! Christmas is just around the corner, and we still don't have a way to deliver gifts. Maybe... maybe we could try plan B?