If anything, this makes the Muskrats even more excited. "Ooh!" Ariel cries, hurrying eagerly over to you. "What did you get?"
"Yeah, what did you get?" Dylan bounces up and down. "I bet it's candy. If it's candy, can I have some?"
Just as surprised as everyone else, you take the box from Pearl and look at the return address.
It's from Alison!
Right on top is a note in Alison's neat handwriting and favorite green ink.
Dear Pika Shimon Capela,
Here are some things that made me think of you. I miss you! Can't wait to see you when you come home again.
—Alison