I figured that since this was more of a sad day for a few people (one of which should be very obvious) I should write about it. Besides its a holiday! Enjoy!

P.S. I am on FIRE! Posted two stories in one day! XD

Casper scribbled a few class notes into his notebook, sighing slightly afterwards. Today was a Sunday the 22nd, and Christmas was just three days away. It excited the ghost to no end to start celebrating this holiday. It was by far his favorite of all holidays. Plus thanks to some friendly "persuading" from Jack and Vivianna, the little monsters were allowed to throw a party in the cafeteria to celebrate the holiday. Maybe having those demons here could prove helpful in the long run.

The ghost turned his head to look at Thatch, only to gain a look of concern. The vampire was tracing his hand around the table, looking rather upset to be honest. Casper couldn't help but wonder what was wrong. It wasn't too often that Thatch was upset. Besides, why would he be? He had finally recovered from all his injuries, he had little to no reason to be upset.

Turning to his other side, he saw Fatch appeared to be a little down as well. Except he was digging his claws into the desk. Like it was a combination of anger and sadness. The ghost looked back down at his desk; what was wrong with those two?

" Something's wrong with the vampires?"

Mantha inquired.

" Do you know what it is? "

Casper shook his head sadly, turning to the table in the corner where Fatch and Thatch sat. Fatch was still digging his claws into the table (although now it was a different one) and Thatch appeared to have a lot on his mind.

It was dinner time now, and the small group was simply watching the two vampires, who were not sitting with anybody but each other. They hadn't said a word all day, actually. Casper, Mantha, Ra and Lexi just couldn't figure out what wrong. Why would those two start acting up during such a happy holiday? Fatch probably had a legit reason, but why Thatch? Why would he be upset? Again, he had little to no reason for it. Casper turned to Lexi, who appeared to be trying to think of why they'd be upset.

" Well... "

The shadow girl muttered.

" Maybe Fatch is still upset from the winter chill dance? "

" I don't think so. "

Casper replied gently.

" Dusk told me that he was fine. A little angry, but otherwise fine. "

Lexi pouted a little, resting her face in her hand. Casper turned his head back to the creatures, only to find they were gone. The ghost stood up, wondering how they could leave so quietly. Or at least without him noticing.

Back in the dorm, the almost identical vampires both headed over to the older's bed, sitting beside each other.

" ... So. "

Fatch finally spoke.

" That's your story huh? "

Thatch nodded softly, looking at the hands folded in his lap. This time of year was always hard on the creatures, Fatch's being the more severe of the two, but Thatch still had a good reason.

" ... I... never really had any say in it. "

The gray creature said.

" If I didn't do as he asked, I think he might have actually killed me. "

" Do you miss him at all? "

The younger looked down towards the left, fists tightening a bit painfully.

" ... I did at first. I think any rational person would too. But now... now I'm glad he's gone. "

Fatch smiled softly, patting Thatch on the shoulder.

" As you should be. "

Thatch's face reddened a bit, unable to look the other in the eye. " A-anyway. "Thatch began, trying to change the subject.

" How're you holding up? "

Fatch's face fell slightly before he sighed.

" ... This time of year's always been tough on me. But I'll try not to ruin it for anyone. Besides... they'd want for me to move on. "

Thatch nodded encouragingly, standing up, the latter slowly following after.

" Come on. "

Thatch said with a smirk.

" Let's go see if you can get the headmasters to give us some screamsicles. "

Fatch smirked, cracking his knuckles.

" Ah screamsicles. One of the few underworld foods I will eat. "

Hurray first chapter! P.S. If you can tell what either vampire is talking about and leave a comment about it, I'll give you a shout out in the next chapter. Just thought it'd be fun. Merry early christmas! :D