I changed back into my human form, as Maria wrapped a silk dressing gown around me. I looked at my snowflake pyjama pieces outside. I was furious. Our special day had been ruined. It was all my fault. Luckily the cottage was down a country lane which was surrounded by fields so there were no neighbouring witnesses. Elena had taken the children into the kitchen to dance and snack on some delights which Maria had baked. They were twirling around with reindeer ears and flashing red noses full of laughter. Herd joined in straight away, placing Mable on one shoulder as he twirled around. His shoulders were so big that one of them was like an entire seat for her. I smiled, taking Felix’s hand and twirled him around.
I couldn’t help but worry about what was going on outside. I’m glad that the c
