He hesitated, then walked over and touched the package lightly, glancing back as if to be sure this really was for him, and not a mistake or something. Then he faced the gift again.

He had seen people get gifts on Tv, he had read about it in books, even if he hadn't had a gift himself since his uncle had died - if then. Cautiously he ripped the paper, knowing at least that much, trying to see what was inside. Curiosity beat fear back another few inches with every small rip and tear he made.