In every carnival, there’s always one performer who stands out—not just for their talent, but for their knack for chaos. For Markos, the upset carnival leader, that star troublemaker was none other than Mr. Agoo, the street-performing bear.

Mr. Agoo was the face of the Carnival March, pedaling atop his penny-farthing bicycle with unmatched flair. He thrilled the crowd with daring stunts, juggling props, and spinning his handlebars. But as much as the audience adored him, Markos dreaded every show. Mr. Agoo had a knack for the unpredictable. Whether it was veering off course, stopping mid-parade to dance with the crowd, or simply ignoring instructions, the bear was a master at causing a stir.

Now, it was Easter Eve, and the carnival team was preparing for their grand performance. Markos couldn’t shake his growing concern. “Agoo,” he warned as the bear adjusted his tiny hat and mounted his penny-farthing, “stick to the routine this time. And for heaven’s sake, don’t lose the chocolate eggs! The kids are counting on us!” [read more]

Mr. Agoo saluted with a cheeky grin. “Relax, boss. I’ve got this!”

The parade began, vibrant and lively. Crowds lined the streets, cheering as dancers, musicians, and performers passed by. At the front of the procession was Mr. Agoo, spinning around on his bicycle with a large egg bag of chocolate eggs tied securely to his back. Everything seemed to be going smoothly—until it wasn’t.

Midway through the show, Mr. Agoo vanished. One moment, he was pedaling in front of the team; the next, he was gone.

Markos’ heart sank. “Where is he?!” he shouted, scanning the crowd. The rest of the team faltered, unsure of what to do without their lead act. Markos had no choice but to leave the parade and search for the missing bear.

After a frantic hunt, Markos spotted a familiar furry figure sitting at a snack bar. There was Mr. Agoo, blissfully munching on a massive burger and a mountain of french fries.

“ARE YOU OUT OF YOUR MIND?!” Markos roared, storming up to him.

Mr. Agoo blinked, unfazed. “What’s the problem, boss?” he asked, licking ketchup off his paw.

“What’s the problem?! You abandoned the parade! The kids are waiting for their chocolate eggs! Where are they?!”

Mr. Agoo lazily patted his large egg bag that contained the chocolate eggs. “Oh, they’re safe. Don’t worry. I might’ve eaten a couple—they’re really good, you know—but there’s plenty left!” He finished his fries with a satisfied sigh. “I was hungry, so I thought I’d grab a bite. Can’t perform on an empty stomach, can I?”

Markos buried his face in his hands but knew arguing was futile. “Fine. Let’s just get back before the crowd riots.”

Back at the parade, the crowd erupted into cheers as Mr. Agoo returned, chocolate eggs in tow. The kids shouted with delight as he tossed eggs to them from his lofty perch on the penny-farthing. Then, with his signature flair, Mr. Agoo launched into an impromptu performance—balancing on two wheels, juggling colorful balls, and tossing chocolate eggs into the crowd all at once.

The children laughed, their faces lit with pure joy, while the rest of the performance team joined in the fun. Markos, though thoroughly angry, couldn’t help but smile at the chaos.

By the end of the show, the streets were filled with happy children clutching their chocolate treasures, and the crowd roared with applause. Mr. Agoo bowed theatrically from his bicycle, soaking in the adoration.

As the parade wrapped up, Markos shook his head, a mix of frustration and admiration. “You’re impossible, Agoo. But you did make everyone smile.”

Mr. Agoo grinned, popping a leftover chocolate egg into his mouth. “That’s the idea, boss. Now, about dessert…”

Markos groaned, but the crowd’s laughter rang louder than ever, marking another unforgettable carnival performance. [/read]