"Colonel, have you ever been to the North Pole?" asked Mr. Collins.
"Yes sir. In 1972 and again in 1984," replied the colonel.
"Did you explore the region?"
"Extensively"
"Did you ever find any evidence of dwellings? Animal pens, barns, work shops?"
"No sir"
"No evidence whatsoever?"
"None sir."
"Tell me something colonel; In your opinion, would it be possible for an individual like Mr. Kringle over there to create a settlement in that inhospitable region large enough to manufacture at least one toy for each and every one of the earth's 1.7 billion children?"
"No sir"
"Now hold on just a moment! If your honor will permit me. Colonel please don't get me wrong, I have high respect for you. Guys like you, you're nice list hall of fame, and I couldn't be prouder of you and what you've accomplished in the military! But there is no way you could have seen my settlement on any of your expeditions. See, we are surrounded by a veil from the borealis in order to keep any dangers from the outside world away. It is in the best interest of the elves and the work we do," exclaimed Santa. The judge banged his gavel