Snuggled inside the box is two jars of jam, both apple. Also folded inside is a sturdy bag sewn together from repurposed cloth, the body striped, the straps patterned with something that looks akin to decorative tiling. There are pockets on the outside with button fasteners and more pockets on the inside, including a few very narrow ones that look fitted for pencils.

Merry Christmas and happy Givingstide, Radar!

Remember that bravery and courage do not need to be paired with violence or anger. You are a very, very brave young man, and I cannot tell you enough how glad I am to see you come into your own outside the war. Thank you, always, for being my friend.

With love,
Mulcahy