This time of year was always a hard one, not just for mail carriers but also for any Glim that celebrated. There were presents to buy, sweet treats and decadent feasts to make and many, many packages and letters to send. And all on a deadline! Ailill often found themselves working longer days and carrying heavier loads. Today, for example, Ailill was wearing a bag over each shoulder to accommodate the number of parcels they were carrying. They'd also donned a red-white-and-green striped scarf for a bit of festive cheer.
It was with some relief that Ailill approached the Jade Tea house. The tea house meant a chance to take off the bags and rest a moment with a cup of tea. Not long, Ailill told themselves as they pushed open the door to the tea shop, just a little breather.