Mai's POV
I can't believe this day has finally arrived! Christmas Day! The day when I get to see Zuko again on the hoilidays. I'm so excited. It all started out on a cold morning when my little brother, Tom-tom went into my room and jumped on my bed, screaming in joy. I groaned in annoyance as I scooted my legs over towards the end of my bed. When my feet are touching the floor, I said," Let's go."
Tom-tom stopped bouncing and grabbed my hand. He dragged me down the stairs towards the living room, where we see our Christmas tree and our presents. Mom was happy to see us, but Dad wasn't..... as always. So, Tom-tom and I opened our presents. Please let it not be girly stuff! I tore through gift wrap, only to recieve a necklace, an ipod, and an art kit. Tom-tom got a stuffed lemur, a toy rocket, and a tricycle. We are very satisfied with our gifts that our parents brought us.
After we opened our presents, we went to the kitchen to go have breakfast. My mom made us pancakes with maple syrup, strawberries, and whip cream. They were delicious! Mom always makes the best. After I ate breakfast, I went upstairs to my room, and got dressed. Since it's chilli out today, I decided to wear my usual attire with a dark red coat with white fake fur on the cuffs and hood. Even though it doesn't match my taste, it is a really warm coat. Plus, it's very pretty!
Then I heard the doorbell rang. I went down stairs and opened the front door to see Zuko, smiling down at me. He greeted," Hey Mai, Merry Christmas!"
"Hey Zuko, Merry Christmas!" I greeted back, smiling. Zuko and I pulled each other into a sweet embrace, like always. Then we heard someone clearing her throat. We pulled back, only to see a jealous Aluki standing nearby. I gave Aluki a glare while Zuko shows a blank expression. Aluki gave me a I'm-watching-you look, and walked off to see my father, like she did on Thanksgiving.
Anyway, Zuko and I were very happy to see each other on this day. He looks pretty cute in his winter outfit. He's wearing a red sweater with a dark blue jacket over it, and a pair of blue jeans. Even though he may not be in his usual gothic attire, he still looks cute in normal clothes. I could hear him chuckle when he notices that I'm staring.
He said," I know what you're thinking. I'm wearing something that is SO unusual! But hey, it doesn't matter if you're fashionable or not! Besides, fashion is crud to me! It's just the style the style that matters to me the most."
I thought,' Zuko, you are so right! Fashion isn't everything! OMG Zuko is HOT!'
"Hello! Earth to Mai!" I heard Zuko say, causing me to snap out of my thoughts. I shook my head, feeling embarrassed. Zuko chuckled when he notices to blush creeping along my cheeks. He placed a hand on my shouler, saying," It's okay, Mai, I daydreamed all the time."
When it's finally lunch time, Zuko and I decided to eat out in the living room, where could be alone and just talk for a while. Then "Princess Brattikins" or should I say Aluki stalks over to the couch and sat next to Zuko, making sure she's moving her leg against his. Zuko, who's feeling uncomfortable, jerked himself away and ended up getting close to me. We both looked at each other and blushed in crimson.
"Oh... ummmm... sorry.." Zuko apologized as he was scooting himself away for about an inch. I glanced over at Aluki, who is starting to get really jealous by the look on her face. I couldn't help but smirk, mouthing," You will lose." Aluki "hmph" in response and stormed out of the room.
After lunch is over, the guests took the time to give each other gifts. I couldn't wait to see Zuko's reaction when he sees his present. I reached into my pocket and pulled out a small red box that contains the engraved watch. I walked over to Zuko, who also has a small black box in his hand. I wonder who's it for?
He smiled at me, and he said," Hey Mai, Merry Christmas", as he handed me his present. I gladly took it from his hands, checking the tag to see if it was for me and it is. I pulled off the ribbon and carefully opened the box to reveal a shiny locket that has tiny flames engraved on the sides. I took it out of the box, so I could have a closer look at it! Then Zuko pointed out," Look at the other side."
I flipped it over, and my eyes went wide. The locket has my name written in fancy writing. I smiled in joy, and decided to put it. Zuko went behind me, saying," Here, I'll help you." He took the ends of my locket and hooked them together. He went around me, letting his hand slide passed my shoulder.
I said," Thanks so much for the necklace." Then I handed him his present. "...and oh, this is for you! Merry Christmas, Zuko."
"Thank you," Zuko replied, taking his gift from me. I smiled as I watched him open his gift. His eyes went wide when he saw the watch. He gently pulled it out and showed it to his face, admiring the beauty of it. Then I told him, "Look at the other side."
Zuko flipped it over, and his smile grew bigger when he saw his name engraved on it. He handed me the box, and latched the watch onto his wrist. Then he went up to me, and hugged me, tighter than we did earlier. He said, "Thank you, Mai."
"You're welcome", I responded, hugging him back. Then I heard someone clearing her throat. We pulled away, and looked to see Azula smirking at us. I began to wonder what she's smirking about. She pointed up towards the ceiling, murmuring," You might want to look up."
Zuko and I had no idea what she's talking. When we both looked up, we realized that we're standing underneath the mistletoe. We both looked back at each other, blushing in a thousand shades of red. I played with my hair while Zuko scratched at the back of his head. Then we started to lean towards each other. Right when we were about to kiss, I was pushed down to the ground by someone no other than Aluki. When Zuko realized what had just happened and was about to kiss that evil witch, he immediately pulled back and walked away from her, leaving her in disappointment. Azula smacked herself in the head. I don't know why, but I think she's disappointed because Zuko and I didn't kiss. Now that's such a huge disappointment to me! I felt really angry at what Aluki had just done. Darn it, Aluki! The rivalry is still going, and I WILL win!
Zuko's POV
Darn it! I was so close! I was about to have my first kiss with Mai when Aluki pushed her out of the way. Good thing, I pulled away or I'll be kissing a crazy lunatic! Anyway, I walked away from her with fright. Urggh! Aluki is even more creepy than she was before. She keeps stalking me everywhere I go! The worst part is... she knows where I live now! I don't know how she figured it out, but I'm going to make sure that I lock all the doors and windows, so that she can't get into my house.
I think Aluki is diagnosed with male-obsession disorder, meaning she is so obsessed with me that she would not leave me alone! This going to be a long year! Anyway, after the misltetoe incident, I went off to the kitchen, admiring the watch that Mai gave me. It looks very beautiful, and classic. Mai must've known that I'm more of a gothic and classical kind of guy. What I love about this watch the most is that my name in engraved on it. Now that's just something I would always keep forever, and maybe pass it down to my son. I think it's rather sweet of Mai to give me something so valuable. She really loved that locket I gave her, and I knew it would match up to Mai's taste.
You know what gets me wondering...... does Mai REALLy like me?
A/N: Poor Zuzu! Aluki is never going to let go of him.