Book Six: Chapter 89

Mike nodded. It was clear that the Krampus had some sort of plan, but they didn’t know what. Maybe that was something worth looking into. If they could figure out what the demon was going to do, it might give them insight into how they could stop him.

“You should know that I have sent Christmas Present and Dancer to assist with protecting the sleigh. It looks like they are almost there.” Mrs. Claus pointed to a pair of lights that were moving toward the sleigh. “I’m not sure why they left the safety of your home, but that’s something we can worry about later.”

“I’m sure Lily will be thrilled for the extra help, especially because I bet that Death conned her into it.” He pictured her reaction to the amazonian spirit and grinned. “Death will be upset that Santa himself didn’t show up.”

“Perhaps.” Mrs. Claus found a seat of her own and sat next to him. “This is where everything began. For Saint Nicholaus, anyway. You see, once upon a time, he was called to the bitter