Alright, I'm posting this Christmas Eve, 11-ish my time. I'm sorry to those of you who are in another time zone if this doesn't get to you on time.

Well, this is it. The special Christmas chapter. Really it isn't much, and I'm not exactly thrilled with it. But, seeing as the story has been lacking things to write on and how I've been somewhat busy, it's been hard to get out and all. So, after this chapter, expect for more drama to ensue cause I am SO not good at all this mooshy mooshy junk. I'd rather be writing something angsty and sad...at least I think I write that kind of stuff better, seeing as how I can be more descriptive and what not.

And, guess what...NEW CHARACTER!!! I quite like him too. I hope that I can do more on him later. I also hope to somehow incorporate him into the plot...and just a hint at the plot...it involves Neisei, and another fighter/sacrafice school...and maybe some other people...but, I'm not saying what just yet...big sigh This story is probly going to end up super long. I just hope you guys love me enough to stick with me (and maybe recruit more readers?)

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But, yeah. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of you! (Well, this chapter is my gift to you...how about ALOT ALOT ALOT of reviews for me? That would make my Christmas the best!)

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"What'd I tell ya Jay-chan? Are they not the cutest thing you ever beheld?" Kio said with a wide smile to the man standing next to him as he hovered over the couch with the two sleeping figures. Ritsuka and Soubi had obviously fallen asleep on the couch in front of the TV. They were cuddled together, holding each other in the mound of blankets and pillows with the soft blue glow of the TV lighting their face. Kio was tempted to squeal, but withheld his fanboy tendencies in front of his new love interest.

"So cute you could open a petting zoo." Jay whispered as he tenderly stared down at the two boys. It really and truly was cute, and more so it was beautiful. There was something pure and gentle about the two that gave him a feeling of peace and grace. They were something to be admired by all, and yet despised by those who did not understand. Those that did not truly accept love in every form it so clearly came in.

For years, Jay himself had seen such a scene as repulsive. Or, at least he would say it was. But, since moving to Japan from America, he had a new sense of being. It was a fresh start, a clean slate. It was his turn to be some one completely different. But more so, being the person he really was. It hadn't even taken long for him to find a boyfriend; his first. Or more, before his boyfriend found him.

Kio had leapt into his life, literally. Jay had been carrying sixteen boxes of the new outfits he had to have delivered at the agency to have modeled. He had just finished sewing the last piece, and had rushed out of his small apartment with little time to get to the building that was across town. He was so preoccupied, that he didn't notice the speeding motorcycle coming right his way. The man he now knew to be Kio, had leaped on him, and pushed him and all the boxes safely out of the way of the motorcycle.

After the incident, they made awkward small talk. Kio insisted on helping him carry his load to the building due to what Kio had called his "injuries." It was nothing more than a hole in his cheap jeans and a little torn skin. It really wasn't all that much. It stung a little, but nothing else.

But, as they walked, Kio began to describe the two boys that lived with him..the boys that lived 'together'. He listened closely as Kio explained the sad story of how the two came to be in his custody (not including the somewhat paranormal part), and something in Jays heart grew heavy at the story. He was in awe at Kio's kind heartedness, how he graciously opened his home and his arms to the two homeless boys. It was something he admired, and soon he had becom intranced with the charasmatic man. So much so that he had invited him out to dinner.

That night as they sat opposite each other at the simple little restraunt, something had happened. He and Kio had been talking even more candidly than they had on the street, and they truly seemed to be clicking. But, the 'clicking' thing scared Jay. He didn't know how to approach a man that he didn't even know whether or not was gay. But, it did not take long until he was finally given a open opportunity.

"So, why did you move here?" Jay had bounced the weighty deciscion back and forth whether or not to tell. But in the end, he came to a final conclusion. Wasn't this exactly why he came here. So he could openly be himself, and not have to worry about the consequences.

"So I didn't have to keep pretending. So I could live the life that is truly of my nature. Back in the states...well...my family would have disowned me. But here, I can be..free." Jay hadn't completely given anything up. He knew there were only two options Kio would choose from. One, he would shrug off the reply, and keep on. Two, he would ask what specifically he meant. The answer came quickly.

"Hmm...? Why? Why would your family disown you?" Bingo.

"Because..I...I'm gay."

Those three words became the domino effect that led to Jays first sexual encounter with another man. He had never expected it to be so blindingly wonderful. It was nothing compared to times he had done it with women. It was just...just something he couldn't put into words.

So, there he was, standing behind the couch mesmerized by the sight of the two lovebirds. It made his heart swell to be able to see such young and innocent love. It made his heart swell even more so when the warm and sturdy hand of the man beside him slipped into his own hand. The sensation causing him to glance away from the two boys, and look at the beautiful man beside him.

"Come on, let's get this stuff mixed and in the oven before they wake up." Jay smiled and helped carry the plastic bags to the kitchen.

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Soubi slowly began to slip into consciousness. He could smell something sweet in the air, but what he felt was more important. He could feel the small contours of Ritsuka's small warm body pressed against him. He could feel the slow and steady beating heart against his own as they sang in unison. The slow methodical breath of the boy spread its warm self over his cheek, showing where the boy was without Soubi having to open his eyes. But, then something he heard made him rapidly open his azure eyes.

Not only Kio's voice, but also a strange unrecognizable voice was coming from the kitchen. Along with what smelled like sugar cookies and possibly ginger-bread cookies.

Soubi looked down at the sleeping Ritsuka. He didn't want to wake the sleeping beauty, but he wanted to know what exactly was going on. He had to make sure everything was okay. It all felt okay, but, he had to make sure.

He stayed holding Ritsuka for a few more moments though. He wanted to cherish that sight. Because, no matter how many times he saw the boy, he swore he became even more beautiful with each passing day. And with each passing day, his love for the boy grew. It was just so incredibly amazing how exactly far they had come.

"Ritsuka...wake up." Soubi whispered gently against Ritsuka's ear, and kissed his cheek softly. He heard the boys breath catch, and body shift. The violet eyes fluttered from under their shielding lids, and finally opened to reveal the drowsy eyes.

Soubi suddenly remembered what he would have to do. Ritsuka would be a three year old zombie until he had caffeine in his system. So, he ever so slowly and gently pulled himself out of his loves arms. He crept into the kitchen without making even the slightest sound, resoundingly like a ghost. He had always been skilled at such a thing. He could always remember times he had easily crept up on Ritsuka, surprising the boy out of the blue. He remembered how those adorable black ears had pointed straight in the air, and how his tail would go suddenly rigid at the surprise.

The same reaction occurred, minus ears and tails, as Soubi crept in behind the blond haired Kio, and the mystery red head. Both men shrieked at the sight of the young earless blond that had suddenly appeared behind them. It had been a good thing Kio had already set the tray down holding the cookies, or else Soubi could only guess what the sight would have looked like.

"WAH!!!---oh..Soubi-kun, it's you." Kio sighed. He hadn't called him Sou-chan ever since he had left his previous life. It didn't unnerve Soubi though.

"Well, good morning. Oh, this is Jay! Me and Jay-chan have a little surprise for you and Rit-chan today!" The red head that was apparently named Jay smiled and gave a little nod to Soubi. Soubi returned the favor.

"Oi, where is Rit-chan?" Kio looked confused to see Soubi with out his little entourage.

"He needs caffeine. Please tell me that you've already made coffee." Soubi looked at the two with utter hope. He didn't want to have to wait all morning for his love to enter the land of the living.

"Oh, yeah, it's still in the pot. It's a little old, but it's still warm." This time Jay answered. His Japanese wasn't perfect, but it was impressive for a man who was so clearly not from the country.

Soubi smiled generously at the red head, and walked over to the side of the counter that held the coffee maker. Just above it so conveniently place was the cabinet containing the glasses and coffee mugs. He pulled the white cabinet open, and pulled down a mug with little snow-men and penguins. He quickly filled the cup, leaving an inch at the top, with the strong bitter substance. He spooned two scoops of the white crystal sugar in the coffee, and poured milk into it until it reached the brim. Then, ever so carefully, he walked over to the couch to feed his little kitten the much needed caffeine.

Soubi sat on the couch next to Ritsuka as the boy slowly came to life. By the time he had emptied the mug, he had finally become alert. He turned and looked into the kitchen at the two men, one a stranger, and pointed questioningly at the red head with his back turned.

"Kio's boyfriend. Jay."

Ritsuka nodded as a response to the unspoken words. It was times like these that talent between them really came in handy.

"You boys ready to get this Christmas thing on!" Kio said energetically as he stepped into the room with a large and long box being hauled with him. Ritsuka and Soubi just stared expectedly at the jubilated man.

"Oh come on, it's Christmas Eve! You guys are out of school! Shouldn't we at the very least but up a damn tree!" Ritsuka and Soubi looked at each other, neither too excited about the long and complicated process the tree would ensue.

"Come on Kio, let's not make them suffer with that damn tree. You and I will do the tree, and they can ice the cookies, hmm? How does that sound?" Jay looked over at Ritsuka and Soubi and received a grateful smile. Neither boy was in the mood to fuck around with lights.

"Eh..okay. Jay and I get to do the dirty work.." Kio smiled at Jay with a somewhat sly smile. Ritsuka and Soubi instantly got the double meaning to the statement and bolted into the kitchen.

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Nearly a hour later, Ritsuka and Soubi emerged from the kitchen, both covered in powdered sugar. Kio laughed at the two filthy boys, and stopped mid way into hanging a bright purple ornament on the tree to point and laugh at the big glob of pink icing that hung on Ritsuka's chin. Soubi noticed the drop and leaned in to lick it off. Ritsuka jumped back, startled at the sudden action, and went to wipe it off himself.

"No, allow me." Ritsuka froze. A soft rosy blush flew over his cheeks as he shut his eyes as not to see the stares from the two other men in the room as Soubi licked the icing off his chin. Further more, he closed his eyes so as not to see the stunned faces from the sudden bulge in his pants.

"Did you like that?" Soubi asked with a sly smile. Ritsuka still hadn't opened his eyes, and suddenly felt Soubi tug him into a hug. It wasn't a provocative hug, as it could have been, but a warm and welcoming one. One that Ritsuka instantly melted into.

"I love you." Soubi said as he kissed Ritsuka's forehead.

"I love you too." Ritsuka nuzzled into Soubi's arms, and closed his eyes. He enjoyed being in Soubi's arms so much. In fact, he was so entranced by it, he didn't even hear the fanboy squeals coming from the direction of Kio and Jay.

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"So, Jay, what do you do for a living?" Soubi asked as he sipped on his hot chocolate. He was currently seated on the couch with Ritsuka snuggled up under his arm with his soft little raven head on his chest. Soubi was rubbing soft little circles into the boys arm as he conversed with the two men on the couch opposite to their own.

"Oh- I'm a fashion designer. I mainly design jeans, but also do shirts and hoodies. Say...do, do you think you and Ritsuka-kun would be interested in modeling some? I have a shoot coming up in a week or so, and we need models. I mean, the agency normally does that, but...I just feel you and Ritsuka-kun would be perfect. So, what do you say?" Jay looked over the two boys with questioning eyes. He hoped more than anything that they would agree.

Ritsuka looked up at Soubi with a small, yet certain look. Anyone else in the room paying attention wouldn't have caught it, but Soubi knew. He knew what every look from Ritsuka meant.

"Of course. We would be delighted to." Jay smiled brightly at that, and started talking about his collection. Soubi payed somewhat attention, but never fully. The only person who he would ever give his full attention to was his master, his Ritsuka.

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"Good morning, and Merry Christmas Ritsuka." Ritsuka looked up with a half-lidded eyes at the blond haired teen he was snuggled against.

"Mmm...Merai Chrissmasss" Soubi smiled at the attempt the boy had taken to talk so early in the morning.

"What would you like to do today?" Soubi said as he watched Ritsuka. The boy snuggled closer into him and growled...it was simply too cute.

"Sleep...all...yawn day." Ritsuka crushed himself into Soubi, and the teen couldn't help but smile as he held Ritsuka closer.

"Whatever you like." And that was exactly what they did.