Me: Hiiiii everyone! This is a DanxRuno one-shot! =) It's my second attempt at this so I'm sorry if it's not good.

Dan: Yes! Christmas means lots of food!

Shun: Who said anything about Christmas?

Dan: … you just had to ruin my moment.

Me: Oh well. Anyway, I really hope you'll all enjoy this one-shot!

DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN BAKUGAN!

Runo's P.O.V.

It's one thing to hear rumours about your boyfriend cheating and it's another to actually see it… but then there are all these misunderstandings and stupid choices… I was sitting next to the hospital bed sobbing. Julie was near the door with Billy hugging her as she cried as well. Alice was being embraced by Shun near the window. Her cry was silent but there were tears streaming down her cheeks. Marucho was sitting on the ground sobbing. I slowly reached for his hand which was lying there lifelessly on the bed. My sight was blurred as another set of tears flowed out of my eyes without my permission. I held his hand close to my face.

"Dan… I am…s-so s-sorry…" I sobbed. Dan was up on the bed with bandages around parts of his body. He still had his oxygen mask on and I could see the steam fog up the plastic whenever he breathed. He looked amazing even at this state. It was my fault he was like this. It was all my fault… I should have known it was just a misunderstanding. Why would my best friend and my boyfriend be kissing? I felt stupid… I felt horrible and it was almost Christmas too… just a few more minutes… but none of us felt like celebrating. I held his hand to my cheek… it was still warm… I closed my eyes and thought back to what happened…

5 hours ago…

(flashback)

(Still Runo's P.O.V.)

I smiled cheerfully at the falling snow… yup I was cheerful despite the noisy customers and all the complaining. Dan had promised to take me somewhere special tonight. I sighed happily as I started to wash the dishes Alice was handing to me.

"Let me guess," she smiled innocently, "Dan's taking you somewhere right?"

"Yeah…" I could feel my cheeks heat up. Alice could always see through me. I've known her since we started brawling. I've trusted since the first day we met. She just seemed like that kind of person. I jumped as I heard a loud crash in the café. Alice and I quickly left the kitchen and saw Julie on the ground with a pile of broken dishes.

"Oops…" she smiled embarrassed. Julie was a completely different kind of person. She was bubbly and always excited about something… it could get annoying sometimes but she did help get Dan and me together.

"Julie!" I scolded as I bent down to help her pick up the broken pieces. Alice quickly got a tray and we started to pile the pieces on to it.

"I'm sorry Runo but I couldn't help it! I just got a call from Billy! He's coming tomorrow!" she squealed excitedly. I rolled my eyes annoyed but deep down inside, I was happy she was cheerful again. She hadn't been herself before Billy's call. That's what love can do to you.

"Billy can have dinner with us tomorrow. Shun and I will prepare dinner," Alice offered.

"I hear someone call us," I lifted my head to see my boyfriend kneel down next to me.

"No you didn't. We didn't even mention your name," I rolled my eyes at his excuse.

"Danny's getting better," Julie teased. I could hear Alice's giggle in the background as she got up and brought the tray with her. Shun gently took it from her and brought it to the kitchen for her. I must admit, love does have a huge impact on people. Shun used to be cold until he met Alice. Julie used to be lonely until she met Billy. As for me, I found that Dan had made happier in the odd kind of way. He could be so annoying sometimes but then he could also be romantic in the cheesiest ways. He gently slid his fingers between mine and helped me off the floor.

"I need to clean up around here first before we leave," I stated annoyed. It was Christmas Eve and I still had to work.

"While you're at it… could you maybe make me a sandwich?" he grinned.

"You and your hunger issues," I murmured as I rolled my eyes again.

"What?" he asked. He didn't hear what I said which was good. I didn't want to argue with him, especially not this close to Christmas.

"Nothing," I sighed as I followed Julie and Alice into the kitchen.

"Wait, where are you going?" he questioned.

"To make you a sandwich," I rolled my eyes at him and continued to walk. Once I got into the kitchen, I could hear him getting excited over it. My boyfriend is so immature sometimes… I sighed but made him that sandwich. I got kind of used to him eating a lot but nothing comes between me and my bacon. That's usually where the argument comes in.

"He's hungry again?" Alice giggled as she watched me slap random pieces of meats and vegetables into the sandwich.

"Yeah," I nodded as I placed the piece of bread on top to finish the sandwich.

"Ms. Misaki asked me to run an errand for her. I'll be back soon," Alice smiled.

"Oh, tell Dan to drive you. It'll be quicker and we'll have more time to bake those cookies for tomorrow," I suggested.

"No, it's fine," she smiled.

"Come on Alice. It's the time of giving and Dan needs something to do," I motioned for Dan to come over. I could hear him groan before he got up from the seat and made his way over lazily, "You're going to take Alice to the supermarket."

"What? Why?" he complained.

"Runo, it's fine," Alice refused again.

"Stop being so lazy! Please Dan," I begged. I was actually looking forward to some girl time with Alice and Julie. I really needed to throw some flour and break eggs…

"Fine. I won't argue with you this time," Dan sighed. I tiptoed and pecked him on the cheek.

"Thanks," I grinned as I watched him blush. He was so easy to manipulate.

"Wait, but I thought we were going somewhere tonight," he pouted.

"We will after the cookies," I explained.

"So now cookies come before your boyfriend?" he asked angrily.

"I didn't say that!" I yelled. I took a deep breath and tried to calm myself. I reminded myself that it was almost Christmas and I will not argue with him, "Don't worry Dan. I promise we'll get there in time now her your butt in the car and drive Alice to the supermarket."

"Oh alright fine," he left the café with Alice trailing behind him innocently. After five years of dating, Dan knew better than to argue with me when I'm trying to be nice. I smiled satisfied and then went back to work.

After the supermarket…

Dan's P.O.V.

After what felt like forever, Alice and I were finally in the car again. She had a long sheet of paper in one hand and a pencil in the other. I waited for her to double check if we got everything before I turned on the engine.

"Okay Dan, I think we got everything," she smiled.

"Alright," I turned on the engine eagerly and drove towards the café. All I could think about was Runo. For once, I was prepared. I had a perfect dinner at my house set up for her. I had put on lights and Christmas decorations, "Um Alice…"

"Yeah?" I waited for me to continue as she folded up the sheet of paper and placed it in her pocket.

"Does Runo like roses?" I asked.

"Of course! Even though she won't admit it, she loves receiving flowers from you," she encouraged. I made a quick stop at the flower shop before returning to the café.

"I think you should get out first. I'll help you with the groceries," I offered as I parked in front of the café. It would be too long a walk if we parked first before getting the groceries.

"Thanks," she nodded and got out of the car. I followed her out and got the trunk open. It was filled with reusable bags full of items. She got a few items and waited for me next to the door. I got a few bags and rushed over to her. I wanted to see Runo ago. I sighed happily as I dreamed of how happy she would be when she saw my house. I didn't notice the piece of ice on the ground and slipped on it. The next thing I knew, I heard a panic gasp and my lips crashed on to another one.

"Dan!"

Runo's P.O.V.

It's been an hour already. I hoped nothing bad happened to them. I thought about it for a while and regretted asking Dan to take Alice. He could be so clumsy sometimes.

"Do you think they'll be back soon?" Shun asked me worriedly and when Shun was worried, I knew I should be too.

"Come on guys, don't worry. It's Dan and Alice we're talking about, not random people on the streets. They're more than capable of caring for themselves," Julie pointed out cheerily.

"Right," Shun and I said in unison.

"Hey look, there's his car," I smiled at the window. I quickly ran to the kitchen to take off my apron. Then I hurried outside to help them. I opened the door and froze. The groceries were on the ground but that wasn't what shocked me. My boyfriend was kissing my best friend…

"Dan!" I cried shocked. He took his lips off Alice. They were both eyeing each other surprised then they looked at me.

"Runo, it's not what it seems," Alice started to explain but I didn't let her. How much more explaining did I need?

"What happened?" Shun questioned as he came out with Julie.

"How could you?" I yelled at Dan.

"Runo, let us explain," Dan begged desperately.

"Did you invite me to dinner tonight to break up with me? Couldn't you have waited until after Christmas?" I cried.

"You don't understand, nothing is going on between us Runo. He just…" I cut Alice off.

"He just what? He just couldn't resist?" I screamed. Dan walked towards me and held me by the wrist.

"Would you listen?" he shouted. I didn't notice my tears until Dan wiped them away. I slapped him hand away from my face.

"Don't touch me…" I warned, "All I wanted was an argument-free Christmas…"

"Runo!" he called. I had pulled my hand away from him and started to run. How could Dan and Alice do this to me? I started to cry even more. I knew Dan was running after me. I could hear him calling my name. I wanted him to stop. I wanted him to leave me alone. I ran across the street and just when I got to the other side, I heard a loud thump and then the screeching of a car. I stopped running when I heard the desperate cries.

"Dan!"

"Dan!"

"Someone call the ambulance!" I heard someone yell. I turned around and saw blood all around him… he was on the ground with the brawlers and others surrounding him. I rushed towards him and dropped next to him.

"Dan! Wake up!" I begged as I started to shake him. My eyes were blurry… the sound of an ambulance rang in my ears…

(flashback over)

The Present…

I started to cry at the memory of it. I was stupid… after Alice explained everything to me, I realized that this was all my fault even though she kept trying to talk me out of it. Why didn't I listen to him? I could hear the beeping sound from the machine. It was consistent which was good.

"Dan… please wake up," I sobbed. Then I heard the beeping sound quicken. I looked to the machine and started to panic.

"Get the doctor," Alice read my mind as Shun rushed out of the door and went to find someone. Dan's hand started to move in mine. The doctor came inside.

"You need to all leave," he commanded. Alice helped me out of the chair. We all hurried outside so the doctor could do his job. I watched them close the curtain. I laid my hand on the window and waited. I would kill myself if Dan was dead… it was my fault. Alice approached me. We both embraced each other and cried.

"I'm so sorry Runo," she apologized.

"Don't be, it's not your fault…" I managed to say. I heard the clock struck midnight. It was finally Christmas… we all stood their quietly. Then the door opened and the doctor came out with a smile on his face.

"Is he alright?" I asked even though his expression told us. He nodded and stepped to the side so I could go in. I looked to Alice for support and she encouraged me to go in. I took a step inside and my eyes were met with a pair of brown ones. I started to cry again but this time it was because I was relieved. Dan was sitting up with his back against the wall. I sat down on the bed next to him. This time, he took my hands in his.

"Dan…" I started but he shushed me. He leaned in slowly and I did the same. A pair of soft lips met mine. It felt like fireworks. I hadn't felt this relaxed in hours. I broke the kiss to meet his eyes again.

"Merry Christmas," we smiled in unison. He wrapped his arms around me and I realized that even though it wasn't an argument-free Christmas, it was definitely one of our best ones.

Me: So how was it? Sorry if the ending was sort of rushed, I didn't have much time to write this.

Dan: I got hit by a car?

Runo: I was sad about it?

Dan and Runo: Really?

Me: Haha… yeah =) Anyway, I hope you all enjoyed it! Please review and comment. Thanks! HAPPY HOLIDAYS! =)