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Molly adjusted her ski mask in the rearview mirror of the getaway van. “This is either the dumbest idea we’ve ever had or the easiest score of our lives.” Bill snorted, checking the lock-picking kit for the dozenth time. “A children’s party, Molly? We’re stealing presents from kids who think balloons are the height of luxury. Feels less Ocean’s Eleven and more ‘Ocean’s… middle school.’” “Hey, those parents drop serious cash on gift cards. We’ll clear out faster than the clown can twist a balloon animal. You got the rope?” “Got it. And the Santa suit. In case we need a quick disguise or, you know, to traumatize some toddlers permanently.” Molly rolled her eyes. “We’re not traumatizing anyone. We’re liberating gifts. Think of it as last-minute re-gifting. The kids will forget by next week and the parents will assume Great-Aunt Brenda pocketed everything. Everyone wins except Brenda.” Bill gestured to the map taped to the dashboard. “Front door’s wide open during cake. We slip in, fill the bags while the magician’s faking mind-reading tricks, and vanish before the magician realizes mind-reading doesn’t cover adult criminals. How’s the timing?” “Piñata hits at two-fifteen. That’s our window. Sugar-high chaos, everyone blindfolded and swinging sticks. We’ll be loading the van before anyone notices the loot’s gone.” “And if a parent spots us?” “Simple. Smile, offer them a juice box, act like volunteer elves. No one questions elves at a kids’ party. They’re too busy chasing sugar addicts wearing juice-box capes.” Bill chuckled, tapping the schematic of the living room. “I still can’t believe the birthday kid invited thirty screaming five-year-olds. His parents must hate themselves. Makes our job easier though. More witnesses, less attention. Everyone’s watching who’s about to puke, not the masked adults raiding the gift table.” Molly nodded, pulling on gloves. “Exactly. We smile, nod, and take everything with batteries included. Leave the cheap wrapping paper; too much bulk, not enough resale value. Focus on tablets, gaming consoles, and whatever’s still in the original box with a receipt taped to it.” Bill smiled grimly. “Receipts. I like a woman who thinks ahead. You sure about the escape route? Back alley past the bounce house?” “Guaranteed. Clowns and parents never check there. Too busy arguing over who owns the stray rubber chicken that just flew into the neighbors’ yard.” They sat in silence for a moment, listening to distant party noise already spilling from the house. Molly cracked her knuckles and whispered, “Ready when you are, Santa.” Bill adjusted the fake beard under his chin. “Ho, ho, here we come, kids. Merry felony to all, and to all a good heist.”