A 2014 Christmas special~

Chapter 1 : To get a gift

Misaki POV

I yawned and stretched tiredly as I got out of bed, I was careful so as to not wake up my silver haired lover who was still sleeping soundly. I couldn't help but smile as my plans for today flashed through my mind, it was December 24, Christmas Eve.

Today I was going to secretly buy Usagi the perfect gift, I had already bought Usagi a bear, even though I did NOT want his bear room to get any more full. I shivered at the memory of being caught up in a bear avalanche, I had never been so afraid of stuffed bears at that time.

I know Usagi loves his bears... But I want to get him something more special than that, I got my pay check yesterday so I don't have much time..

I had told my silver haired lover that I had to go to work today, I knew that it wasn't right to lie but I didn't want him worrying about me. The workplace is safe now because Ijuuin sensei had to go to a autograph signing event in Osaka.

I silently crept downstairs and placed a note on the fridge for Usagi to microwave yesterday's leftovers of pancakes, I didn't want the smell of cooking to wake him up.

I slipped on my shoes and jacket before walking out the door, as I exited the apartment I was blinded by the light being reflected off of the white snow that blanketed everything. I smiled, it seemed like it was going to be a white Christmas after all.

I destroyed the freshly fallen snow that was once untouched as I began to walk towards the stores, I was exited yet at the same time dreading my arrival there.

Last minute Christmas shopping... It's going to be really crowded, at least I only need to find one perfect item.

I shivered slightly and blew on my hands to warm them up, I wished that I hadn't forgotten my mittens and scarf.

When I arrived at the shopping district I was greatly surprised, usually this area was swamped with people, rushing to finish their shopping for the next day. However there seemed to be barely anyone shopping, I shrugged it off as most people were still sleeping, that or the sudden heavy snowfall had trapped people in their driveways.

I walked by the toy store that I got Usagi's bear from, I wanted to get my silver haired lover something element and special, very unlike the many children's toys that he already owned.

What would Usagi like besides toys?... He doesn't seem to care much about items and he has more than enough clothes... Something too flashy would be bad... He already stands out enough as it is...

As I was pondering what to get my silver haired lover, something glinted and caught my attention from the corner of my eye, I turned around and looked at the display case.

It was a simple silver coloured chain, it wasn't feminine at all, neither was it too manly. It was just a simple thin chain that had a realistic bear dangling off of the end of it, it looked like it could be used as a cell phone decoration.

I smiled, it seemed perfect for Usagi, it had one of his beloved bears, it was simple yet elegant, and it didn't take up too much space. I looked at the price and winced slightly, it was not cheap but just barely within my buying range.

It's worth it, I hope Usagi will like it...

I quickly walked into the store that had the chain on display, the store was odd, it was filled with many strange figures and sculptures. I was wary to not knock anything over, there was no way I could pay for a broken sculpture and still get Usagi his gift.

I was slightly disappointed when I didn't catch sight of the chain anywhere in the store.

Was the only one left on display?...

I turned to exit the store sadly, I had really thought that the chain would suit Usagi well. However before I exited the store a hand lightly touched my shoulder from behind, I looked back to see a slightly 'big boned' man with glasses that seemed too small for his face.

"Um hello?"

I greeted confused, I didn't understand why this man who I don't even know tapped me on the shoulder.

I hope I haven't broken anything without noticing it... Or caused him any trouble...

The stranger smiled at me kindly and held out his hand, I smiled back and politely refused the handshake.

"You seem sad boy, what's the matter?"

It seemed odd that this stranger seemed to be worried about me, I shook my head and smiled.

"Ah no I'm not sad, I'm sorry for troubling you"

The stranger frowned slightly and shook his head, he handed me a simple white box. I looked at the stranger confused as to why he handed me the boy.

"I'm the owner of this store, take this as a gift to cheer yourself up"

Ah the owner... Wow he's so kind I can't believe he gave me a gift when we're strangers to each other.

I smiled gratefully and politely left the store owner to do his job, when I exited the shop I opened the box and gasped in surprise, inside was the chain that I was planning to get Usagi.

But how?... How would he know what I wanted?...

I looked back towards the store and smiled gratefully and saw that there was no chain on display anymore, I then carefully placed the box in my pocket, making sure there were no holes for it to fall out of as I zipped it up.

I hope Usagi will like this gift... I really hope he'll be happy on Christmas.

Usagi POV

I was woken up by the warm rays of light that managed to make their way through the blinds that covered the window of me and my Misaki's bedroom.

I shivered at the coldness in the air, I looked over hoping to see my sweet, adorable Misaki sleeping bye side. I frowned slightly when I noticed the place beside me did not have the smaller boy occupying it.

Maybe Misaki's making some breakfast for us, I wonder what it is today.

I stretched sleepily as I got up, eager to see my Misaki's bright emerald eyes gleaming happily as he cooked. I trudged downstairs and unlike usual, I was not greeted with the tempting aroma of my Misaki's delicious cooking.

Misaki? Have you just woken up recently as well?

I made my way over to the kitchen only to see a note on the fridge saying that my Misaki was at work, he had left microwave instructions for me to eat some of my Misaki's leftover pancakes.

I had forgotten that my Misaki had to work today... I wonder why he had to work on Christmas Eve...

I took out the plate of leftover pancakes out of the fridge that Misaki had left me. It was covered in that see through clingy wrapping stuff. I couldn't think of the name so early in the morning. I looked over and saw some tinfoil.

Since its metal it would keep the heat in more and cook faster...

I removed the wrapping from the pancakes and replaced it with tinfoil before placing the pancakes in the microwave. I placed the plate in the microwave for one minute instead of the two that Misaki had written in the instructions.

I'm so smart... Cutting down the cooking time.

I pushed in the buttons on the microwave and went to make myself some coffees a I waited for my pancakes to finish.

I winced as the glass shattered as the hot liquid made contact with it, I went to clean it up until I heard a bang and the smoke detector went off. I turned around to see that the microwave was on fire... Again.

I calmly walked over to the fire extinguisher under the sink and put out the fire, I frowned at the mess I made.

Misaki's going to yell at me again...

I didn't want to clean the mess up, however I also didn't want Misaki to clean up the mess after he came home.

This is a problem... It's not like I can hide the mess...

I was relieved when the phone rang, an excuse to leave the mess, if only just for a moment. I picked up the phone, hoping that it wasn't going to be Aikawa yelling at me to finish my manuscript.

Me: hello?

?: ah is Takahashi-kun there? Could he help out with picking up some manuscripts?

I froze at the words, it was one of my Misaki's co-workers asking for Misaki to go in and work.

But Misaki went to work today already..

Me: I'm sorry but isn't Misaki already there?

Co-worker: no, he's not, I guess he's busy doing something then, sorry to bother you

Wait... Why would Misaki lie to me?... What if something happened to Misaki on his way to work?...

Me: bye then

Co-worker: bye

It made me feel uneasy that my Misaki hadn't made it to work, he was always so persistent on never being late.

... Maybe Misaki got side tracked...

I looked out the window and was surprised to see the deep snow that had fallen overnight, I could spot a pair of footprints leading out of the apartment.

Misaki's footprints... The snows deep so the unexpected snow probably slowed him down.

I didn't want to think about anything bad happening to my emerald eyed lover, I hated the thought of my Misaki possibly being in danger.

The more I tried not to worry, the more I worried about the small boy, there were many people who could go after him like his sempai, my brother or even my father.

I want to trust Misaki... But... I just... I'm worried about him... He's so innocent...

I scolded myself for not having faith in my lover, I then walked over towards the kitchen to give the mess I made a death glare, I wished that by just glaring at it that somehow it would disappear. I knew that it wouldn't but I couldn't help but hope.

After a while I gave up on glaring and made my way to one of the soft red sofas in the living room, I sat myself down and turned in the tv to distract myself. I watched my favourite channel on family life for a few hours before I looked at the clock, it was past the time that Misaki would usually get home at.

I pulled out my cellphone and tried to call my Misaki, I heard timing and looked over to see that his cellphone was actually right beside me.

Of all the days Misaki forgets to bring his cell phone... Maybe I can call his work.

I called the department where Misaki worked, a different person than before picked up the phone, I asked for my Misaki and my heart dropped when I was told that he hadn't even arrived at work. I hung up quickly after that.

Misaki... Where are you... What happened?! I hope you were lying about work... And not, injured somewhere... But.. Why would you lie to me?...

I once put metal in a microwave... Thankfully I was stopped before something bad happened...