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Written for "2005 Drabbles by 2005," using the challenge of a turtle. Takes place at the Magic Box, Anya/Xander.

Turtle
by Zzilly14

"Anya, why do you have an aquarium on the counter?"

"Because I'm planning to buy a turtle."

"Why?"

"Well, they're cute. And they makes bunnies look stupid."

"Huh?"

"Don't you know that story? You know, where the turtle beats the rabbit in a race?"

"Oh, the tortoise and the hare. Right."

"Whatever. The point is, I'm getting a turtle. They're obviously highly intelligent creatures if they can outsmart those wicked bunnies."

"Well... uh... it's nice that you want a pet."

"It's not a pet. It's a god to be worshipped."

"Fine. Just don't expect me to take care of it."