The judge waved her tail in a hush hush manner. "Nonsense, nonsense! You won't be gone for more than while, and if they do suspect something, well! A little suspense always makes for a good story."
There was the sound of a finger snap, quick and light. A gentle, but urging breeze could also be felt on the young Cetus' back. Behind her, a cardboard replica stood, complete with sparkles. Storyteller was quite pleased with this rendition.
"As I said, they won't even know you're missing. Or the slower lads won't, at least, ho ho. Now off you go!"