The act had won Most Unconvincing Bear Award 6 years running. Everyone said they were terrible. Hank didn't care. He had been practicing on his flugelhorn, and he was sure that this season would be different.

The crowds were going to love the new routine: the breathtaking glissandos, the ursine dancing, and his hat. They were going to love the tassly bits on his hat.

Carl had no such illusions. He did, however, pray for the sweet release of death.

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