Scrooge refused.
In his view Christmas was only an excuse for laziness. Christmas was a waste of time and, even worse, a waste of money.
But his nephew didn't mind.
He was kind-hearted and, after exchanging greetings with Bob Cratchit, he left.
There was a festive air in town. The streets were covered with a thick layer of snow but passers-by didn't care.
They were cheerfully buying their final presents before Christmas Day.