Greetings! Since Chrissie is so close, and the Zoids series just finished showing, I decided to create a fic of the crew celebrating Chrissie! This fic is a Van/Fiona, Irvine/Moonbay, Raven/Reese (yes, I am a fan) and O'Connell/OC. There are slight Yaoi moments, (Herman/Karl) but all in the name of the mistletoe tradition. (And lady Marianne threatening to kick them out if they didn't) So yeh. Anywayz, on wiv the ficcie!
Disclaima: All characters belong to their respectful owners, except for Major Aiya Zeranduin, who's mine!
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A Little Christmas Cheer
Chapter 1: Mistletoe Mayhem
"This one! Get this one!" Fiona squealed, as she pointed to a large, snow-covered pine tree. Van walked around it, then nodded.
"Hn, looks good! C'mon Irvine!" Irvine, who wore a tunic and cloak, shrugged, before he heaved the axe that balanced on his shoulder onto the snow.
"You know Van, we could just use the Blade Liger to chop it down." Van looked horrified.
"No way! We have to do this the old-fashioned way!" Fiona giggled.
"He's right Irvine. Just once I want to have a traditional Christmas." Irvine sighed and began to chop down the tree with Van. Once the tree was down, they hooked it up to the Blade Liger, got in and headed back to the spacious cabin they had rented for the holidays.
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"Deck the halls with boughs of holly! Fa la la la la, la la la laaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!" Moonbay cheerfully sang as she baked cookies in the shape of pine trees. Van winced at her voice.
"Mmmmmmm, they smell delicious!" Van commented, and shook the snow off his spiky hair as he entered. He walked up to a tray placed on a cooling rack and gazed at them longingly.
"Nuh uh mister! Not until EVERYONE's here!" Moonbay scolded, and slapped Van's hand away from the cookies. Van pouted.
"Aw man! Where is everyone?!"
"Calm down Van," Irvine said, as he came in, "the First Panzer Division are still on their morning patrol."
"On Christmas?!" Van exploded, not believing people had to work on a holiday.
"Yes Van," Irvine sighed as he removed his boots. "Remember, WE were supposed to be on patrol, but THEY took over so we could get the Christmas tree!"
"Oh yeah..." Van replied guiltily.
"Van?" A voice called from the lounge.
"Yes Fiona?"
"Can you please help me wrap the presents?" Fiona poked her head in the kitchen door. Van laughed and hugged her, as they walked away.
"Sure thing Fi." Zeke appeared, and was carrying a large stack of wrapping paper in his claws, while the roll of tape and scissors hung from his tail. Van laughed.
"C'mon Zeke! We have to wrap these last minute presents before everyone gets here!" A knock was heard. "I'll get it!" Fiona shouted as she opened the door.
"Merry Christmas Emperor Rudolf!" Fiona greeted, the other three came behind her and bowed. Zeke hastily ran in front of them and attempted to bow, but fell over.
"Hello! Merry Christmas to you all!" Rudolf laughed as he helped the organoid back to its feet. Lady Marianne stood beside him and held a small object in her hand.
"Merry Christmas Lady Marianne." Van acknowledged with a bow. The girl giggled.
"Merry Christmas! I have a small item that needs hanging." She looked to Zeke, and the organoid nodded. She gently climbed on his back and Zeke rose up until Marianne's head almost brushed the roof of the hallway. She reached up and taped a small wreath of mistletoe to the ceiling.
"There! Now when anyone comes in, they have to kiss each other!" She giggled. Rudolf blushed.
"Emperor Rudolf sir?" A voice asked. Homelef came in and carried a large stack of presents in his arm.
"You can put them under the tree, but we haven't decorated it yet." Fiona said, and helped him.
Van looked at Marianne as she eyed Rudolf, then ran around her and ducked into the lounge before she could say a word to him.
"Oh Ruuuuuudolf!!!" She sang and threw her arms around him. Then she pressed a kiss to his startled lips. Marianne laughed as Rudolf turned as red as the dress she was wearing.
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"Major Zeranduin, report!" Herman barked into his intercom.
"Nothing but trees, rocks, and snow. Oh and more trees, and rocks, and snow." The young major replied saracstically into her comlink, as she flew above them in her purple Storm Sworder. She adjusted the laser vizor that went from one ear to the other, forming an arch over her eyes, irritably. The lilac-haired major was annoyed at having swapped places with the others for morning patrol. Usually THEY were the ones decorating the tree, not Van and co. Herman sighed.
"Look Zeranduin, I KNOW you're upset over this, but it's their first Christmas with us okay?" Herman reasoned.
"Hmph. Whatever." She snorted. Thomas yawned and stretched, rubbing his eyes sleepily.
"I don't even know why we BOTHER to do this. I mean, there isn't anything out here for MILES!"
"Lt. Schubaltz keep your mouth shut. Don't doubt our orders." Thomas gulped.
"Yes bro." Karl glared at him through the intercom, making his brother squirm.
"I mean, yes Col. Schubaltz sir." He mumbled. Karl smiled as the rest of the First Panzer Division laughed. Herman sighed, and ran a hand through his short blonde hair.
"Cpt. O'Connell?"
"Yes sir?"
"How much longer until we finish this damned patrol?" The teal-haired captain laughed.
"Only five minutes exactly sir."
"WOOHOO!!!" Squealed the lilac-haired major, making everyone jump.
"Dammit Aiya! Don't do that!" Herman scolded. Aiya pouted.
"Sorry sir. Just happy to have a break." The blonde Colonel of the Republic smiled at the only female in the Division. Aiya was the youngest woman ever to become a major, and was extremely proud of her position among the best, as a pilot of a rare Storm Sworder.
"We all are. Now what's say we go and show them how you REALLY decorate a tree!"
"Alright!" They chorused, before they turned their Zoids around and headed for the cabin.
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Aiya landed the Storm Sworder and immediately ran to the cabin door. She didn't even bother to remove her visor/comlink. She pounded on the door.
"Helloooooo???" She called, her violet eyes squinted as she tried to see through the frosted glass.
"Calm down Mjr. Zeranduin!" Karl laughed and clapped her shoulder fondly.
"But I wanna go decorate the tree!!!" She whined and he laughed.
"We all do, Mjr, now calm down!" Herman said as he walked up to the two.
"Col. Schubaltz, your brother isn't his usual hyperactive self. Is something wrong?" The strawberry-blonde man frowned.
"Now that you mention it...Lt. Schubaltz!" He called his younger brother.
"Yeh bro?" Karl frowned at the lack of respect but ignored it.
"You seem quiet today. Something the matter?" Before he could answer, Irvine opened the door.
"You've finally arrived! Merry Christmas!" He greeted, and Aiya bit back a sarcastic reply. Thomas' jade eyes lit up as he looked over Irvine's shoulder at all the presents under the tree. He pushed past him hurriedly before he dashed to the lounge. He plonked himself down, didn't bother to take off his boots, picked up a gift and shook it. Karl's eyes widened as Herman laughed.
"So much for not hyperactive huh Karl?" Karl blushed slightly, as he soundly thwacked his brother over the head with his hat.
"Thomas put them down! No touching them until after dinner!" He scolded. Thomas pouted and rubbed his head where his brother hit him, and nodded guiltily. The rest of the First Panzer Division laughed. Herman removed his boots, walked in and sat on a couch.
Marianne ran to help the Major and Captain with the presents. Aiya was in the process of walking with Jake to the Christmas tree when Marianne stopped them.
"You two can't come in!" She said, and placed her hands on her hips.
"And why is that, Lady Marianne?" Jake inquired, raising an eyebrow.
"Because you two haven't kissed yet!"
"WHAT?!" They yelled, and almost dropped their presents. Marianne nodded solemnly.
"It's a Christmas tradition that goes waaaaay back. When two people walk under a wreath of mistletoe, they must kiss." Jake gulped as Marianne glared at them. The crew looked at them patiently, with knowing smiles at what was to come. Aiya bit her lip. Sure she was close to O'Connell, but not THIS close!
"C'mon and kiss already!" Thomas yelled.
"You think this is easy Lieutenant?! How about YOU come here then?" Aiya snapped, then sighed.
"Alright, let's get this over and done with Captain. I apologize if we regret this." Jake nodded nervously as Aiya gently kissed him. The crew wolf-whistled and they both blushed as they pulled away. Marianne giggled.
"Okay! You can go in now!" The two muttered some thanks as they placed the gifts under the tree.
"Damn! I forgot to turn off Beek!" Thomas cursed and began to walk to the door. All of a sudden Zeke rammed into him, the present the organoid was carrying to the tree flew up, and landed in the lieutenant's arms.
"Sorry there Zeke." Thomas replied and handed it to him, patting his head gently.
"AHEM." Marianne interrupted, and tapped her foot impatiently. Van stiffled a laugh.
"If I am correct, I believe you have to kiss."
"WHAT?! He's not a girl! He's not even human!!!!" Thomas exploded. Zeke looked sad, and stared at the floor. "No offense there Zeke." Thomas apologized.
"So? KISS!" Marianne ordered. Thomas growled and quickly placed a kiss on Zeke's nose. Van rolled over on the floor, laughing so hard tears streamed down his cheeks. Thomas quickly ran outside, his cheeks burning. Marianne smiled, and sat down. The crew was silent, each just glad to have a break with their friends.
A large thud was heard, and Karl got up worriedly.
"Thomas!" He called, and raced to the door. He repeated himself, but receieved no answer. He opened the door and a lieutenant with light green/brown hair threw himself at his older brother.
"Thomas what happened?" Karl asked, worry showed clearly in his emerald eyes.
"I-I fell...and my head hurts." Thomas replied in a small voice and pouted. Karl breathed a sigh of relief and hugged his brother tightly. Marianne giggled.
"No Lady Marianne, don't even THINK about it!" Thomas hissed, and glared at her suspiciously.
"Hmph! You HAVE to kiss! You can't break the tradition!" She argued.
"Lady Marianne, number 1, Thomas is not female, number 2, HE IS MY BROTHER!" Karl yelled.
"As the future wife of Emperor Rudolf, I ORDER you to kiss him!" She demanded.
"Oh no..." Thomas said nervously. Karl bit his lip.
"Are you going to disobey my orders Colonel?" Marianne batted her eyelashes innocently.
"...No Ma'am." Karl replied in a small voice.
"Are YOU, Lieutenant?" She asked Thomas, who was still clutching his brother.
"...N-no M-ma'am." He stammered.
"Good!" She squeaked, clapping her hands together in delight. "Now kiss!"
"I am going to need serious counselling after this." Karl muttered.
"Yeah, me too. Well, here goes bro." Thomas tilted his head up and placed the barest of kisses on his brother's lips. Then he pulled away hastily, as both turned red. Thomas wiped his mouth with the back of his hand.
"Ew. I DON'T wanna do that EVER again!"
"Agreed. How about we do not go anywhere NEAR the hallway, hn Lt.?" Karl asked. Thomas laughed.
"Sure thing br-Col. Schubaltz sir." They entered the lounge, Karl sat on a couch, while Thomas at his feet. Everyone tried not to laugh, but in the end gave up. They burst out laughing and the two Schubaltzs turned bright red again.
After awhile Aiya looked at them impatiently.
"Well? Can we decorate the tree now?" Fiona giggled.
"Sure!"
"Alright!" She whooped, jumped up and punched the air.
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Ch1 down! Alright! And I am NOT a fan of incest! It was just a *tiny* kiss, and it's all in the name of fun. Hope u likes, ppl. R&R
Disclaima: All characters belong to their respectful owners, except for Major Aiya Zeranduin, who's mine!
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A Little Christmas Cheer
Chapter 1: Mistletoe Mayhem
"This one! Get this one!" Fiona squealed, as she pointed to a large, snow-covered pine tree. Van walked around it, then nodded.
"Hn, looks good! C'mon Irvine!" Irvine, who wore a tunic and cloak, shrugged, before he heaved the axe that balanced on his shoulder onto the snow.
"You know Van, we could just use the Blade Liger to chop it down." Van looked horrified.
"No way! We have to do this the old-fashioned way!" Fiona giggled.
"He's right Irvine. Just once I want to have a traditional Christmas." Irvine sighed and began to chop down the tree with Van. Once the tree was down, they hooked it up to the Blade Liger, got in and headed back to the spacious cabin they had rented for the holidays.
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"Deck the halls with boughs of holly! Fa la la la la, la la la laaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!" Moonbay cheerfully sang as she baked cookies in the shape of pine trees. Van winced at her voice.
"Mmmmmmm, they smell delicious!" Van commented, and shook the snow off his spiky hair as he entered. He walked up to a tray placed on a cooling rack and gazed at them longingly.
"Nuh uh mister! Not until EVERYONE's here!" Moonbay scolded, and slapped Van's hand away from the cookies. Van pouted.
"Aw man! Where is everyone?!"
"Calm down Van," Irvine said, as he came in, "the First Panzer Division are still on their morning patrol."
"On Christmas?!" Van exploded, not believing people had to work on a holiday.
"Yes Van," Irvine sighed as he removed his boots. "Remember, WE were supposed to be on patrol, but THEY took over so we could get the Christmas tree!"
"Oh yeah..." Van replied guiltily.
"Van?" A voice called from the lounge.
"Yes Fiona?"
"Can you please help me wrap the presents?" Fiona poked her head in the kitchen door. Van laughed and hugged her, as they walked away.
"Sure thing Fi." Zeke appeared, and was carrying a large stack of wrapping paper in his claws, while the roll of tape and scissors hung from his tail. Van laughed.
"C'mon Zeke! We have to wrap these last minute presents before everyone gets here!" A knock was heard. "I'll get it!" Fiona shouted as she opened the door.
"Merry Christmas Emperor Rudolf!" Fiona greeted, the other three came behind her and bowed. Zeke hastily ran in front of them and attempted to bow, but fell over.
"Hello! Merry Christmas to you all!" Rudolf laughed as he helped the organoid back to its feet. Lady Marianne stood beside him and held a small object in her hand.
"Merry Christmas Lady Marianne." Van acknowledged with a bow. The girl giggled.
"Merry Christmas! I have a small item that needs hanging." She looked to Zeke, and the organoid nodded. She gently climbed on his back and Zeke rose up until Marianne's head almost brushed the roof of the hallway. She reached up and taped a small wreath of mistletoe to the ceiling.
"There! Now when anyone comes in, they have to kiss each other!" She giggled. Rudolf blushed.
"Emperor Rudolf sir?" A voice asked. Homelef came in and carried a large stack of presents in his arm.
"You can put them under the tree, but we haven't decorated it yet." Fiona said, and helped him.
Van looked at Marianne as she eyed Rudolf, then ran around her and ducked into the lounge before she could say a word to him.
"Oh Ruuuuuudolf!!!" She sang and threw her arms around him. Then she pressed a kiss to his startled lips. Marianne laughed as Rudolf turned as red as the dress she was wearing.
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"Major Zeranduin, report!" Herman barked into his intercom.
"Nothing but trees, rocks, and snow. Oh and more trees, and rocks, and snow." The young major replied saracstically into her comlink, as she flew above them in her purple Storm Sworder. She adjusted the laser vizor that went from one ear to the other, forming an arch over her eyes, irritably. The lilac-haired major was annoyed at having swapped places with the others for morning patrol. Usually THEY were the ones decorating the tree, not Van and co. Herman sighed.
"Look Zeranduin, I KNOW you're upset over this, but it's their first Christmas with us okay?" Herman reasoned.
"Hmph. Whatever." She snorted. Thomas yawned and stretched, rubbing his eyes sleepily.
"I don't even know why we BOTHER to do this. I mean, there isn't anything out here for MILES!"
"Lt. Schubaltz keep your mouth shut. Don't doubt our orders." Thomas gulped.
"Yes bro." Karl glared at him through the intercom, making his brother squirm.
"I mean, yes Col. Schubaltz sir." He mumbled. Karl smiled as the rest of the First Panzer Division laughed. Herman sighed, and ran a hand through his short blonde hair.
"Cpt. O'Connell?"
"Yes sir?"
"How much longer until we finish this damned patrol?" The teal-haired captain laughed.
"Only five minutes exactly sir."
"WOOHOO!!!" Squealed the lilac-haired major, making everyone jump.
"Dammit Aiya! Don't do that!" Herman scolded. Aiya pouted.
"Sorry sir. Just happy to have a break." The blonde Colonel of the Republic smiled at the only female in the Division. Aiya was the youngest woman ever to become a major, and was extremely proud of her position among the best, as a pilot of a rare Storm Sworder.
"We all are. Now what's say we go and show them how you REALLY decorate a tree!"
"Alright!" They chorused, before they turned their Zoids around and headed for the cabin.
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Aiya landed the Storm Sworder and immediately ran to the cabin door. She didn't even bother to remove her visor/comlink. She pounded on the door.
"Helloooooo???" She called, her violet eyes squinted as she tried to see through the frosted glass.
"Calm down Mjr. Zeranduin!" Karl laughed and clapped her shoulder fondly.
"But I wanna go decorate the tree!!!" She whined and he laughed.
"We all do, Mjr, now calm down!" Herman said as he walked up to the two.
"Col. Schubaltz, your brother isn't his usual hyperactive self. Is something wrong?" The strawberry-blonde man frowned.
"Now that you mention it...Lt. Schubaltz!" He called his younger brother.
"Yeh bro?" Karl frowned at the lack of respect but ignored it.
"You seem quiet today. Something the matter?" Before he could answer, Irvine opened the door.
"You've finally arrived! Merry Christmas!" He greeted, and Aiya bit back a sarcastic reply. Thomas' jade eyes lit up as he looked over Irvine's shoulder at all the presents under the tree. He pushed past him hurriedly before he dashed to the lounge. He plonked himself down, didn't bother to take off his boots, picked up a gift and shook it. Karl's eyes widened as Herman laughed.
"So much for not hyperactive huh Karl?" Karl blushed slightly, as he soundly thwacked his brother over the head with his hat.
"Thomas put them down! No touching them until after dinner!" He scolded. Thomas pouted and rubbed his head where his brother hit him, and nodded guiltily. The rest of the First Panzer Division laughed. Herman removed his boots, walked in and sat on a couch.
Marianne ran to help the Major and Captain with the presents. Aiya was in the process of walking with Jake to the Christmas tree when Marianne stopped them.
"You two can't come in!" She said, and placed her hands on her hips.
"And why is that, Lady Marianne?" Jake inquired, raising an eyebrow.
"Because you two haven't kissed yet!"
"WHAT?!" They yelled, and almost dropped their presents. Marianne nodded solemnly.
"It's a Christmas tradition that goes waaaaay back. When two people walk under a wreath of mistletoe, they must kiss." Jake gulped as Marianne glared at them. The crew looked at them patiently, with knowing smiles at what was to come. Aiya bit her lip. Sure she was close to O'Connell, but not THIS close!
"C'mon and kiss already!" Thomas yelled.
"You think this is easy Lieutenant?! How about YOU come here then?" Aiya snapped, then sighed.
"Alright, let's get this over and done with Captain. I apologize if we regret this." Jake nodded nervously as Aiya gently kissed him. The crew wolf-whistled and they both blushed as they pulled away. Marianne giggled.
"Okay! You can go in now!" The two muttered some thanks as they placed the gifts under the tree.
"Damn! I forgot to turn off Beek!" Thomas cursed and began to walk to the door. All of a sudden Zeke rammed into him, the present the organoid was carrying to the tree flew up, and landed in the lieutenant's arms.
"Sorry there Zeke." Thomas replied and handed it to him, patting his head gently.
"AHEM." Marianne interrupted, and tapped her foot impatiently. Van stiffled a laugh.
"If I am correct, I believe you have to kiss."
"WHAT?! He's not a girl! He's not even human!!!!" Thomas exploded. Zeke looked sad, and stared at the floor. "No offense there Zeke." Thomas apologized.
"So? KISS!" Marianne ordered. Thomas growled and quickly placed a kiss on Zeke's nose. Van rolled over on the floor, laughing so hard tears streamed down his cheeks. Thomas quickly ran outside, his cheeks burning. Marianne smiled, and sat down. The crew was silent, each just glad to have a break with their friends.
A large thud was heard, and Karl got up worriedly.
"Thomas!" He called, and raced to the door. He repeated himself, but receieved no answer. He opened the door and a lieutenant with light green/brown hair threw himself at his older brother.
"Thomas what happened?" Karl asked, worry showed clearly in his emerald eyes.
"I-I fell...and my head hurts." Thomas replied in a small voice and pouted. Karl breathed a sigh of relief and hugged his brother tightly. Marianne giggled.
"No Lady Marianne, don't even THINK about it!" Thomas hissed, and glared at her suspiciously.
"Hmph! You HAVE to kiss! You can't break the tradition!" She argued.
"Lady Marianne, number 1, Thomas is not female, number 2, HE IS MY BROTHER!" Karl yelled.
"As the future wife of Emperor Rudolf, I ORDER you to kiss him!" She demanded.
"Oh no..." Thomas said nervously. Karl bit his lip.
"Are you going to disobey my orders Colonel?" Marianne batted her eyelashes innocently.
"...No Ma'am." Karl replied in a small voice.
"Are YOU, Lieutenant?" She asked Thomas, who was still clutching his brother.
"...N-no M-ma'am." He stammered.
"Good!" She squeaked, clapping her hands together in delight. "Now kiss!"
"I am going to need serious counselling after this." Karl muttered.
"Yeah, me too. Well, here goes bro." Thomas tilted his head up and placed the barest of kisses on his brother's lips. Then he pulled away hastily, as both turned red. Thomas wiped his mouth with the back of his hand.
"Ew. I DON'T wanna do that EVER again!"
"Agreed. How about we do not go anywhere NEAR the hallway, hn Lt.?" Karl asked. Thomas laughed.
"Sure thing br-Col. Schubaltz sir." They entered the lounge, Karl sat on a couch, while Thomas at his feet. Everyone tried not to laugh, but in the end gave up. They burst out laughing and the two Schubaltzs turned bright red again.
After awhile Aiya looked at them impatiently.
"Well? Can we decorate the tree now?" Fiona giggled.
"Sure!"
"Alright!" She whooped, jumped up and punched the air.
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Ch1 down! Alright! And I am NOT a fan of incest! It was just a *tiny* kiss, and it's all in the name of fun. Hope u likes, ppl. R&R