Author's Note: A bit of a long one. It may be the longest of this entire fic, but I think it's justified; being the most significant one and all that.

So, here we are guys, last post for this Christmas series. Aw, I'm almost sad to say goodbye to it. However, I'm think of just reposting each year as a prompt to get you in the Christmassy mood.

Little thing, I probably won't be writing a oneshot for New Years? Which I sometimes and most usually do but this year, probably not gonna happen. Purely because I am spending New Years with my friends and I'm planning on getting drunk and slurring the welcome of 2017 with my pals. I won't really have the time but please feel free to reread my oneshot: Future which I wrote last year for New Years.

This is my personal take on what is important at Christmas. It's not presents. It's not the food. And, it's not the snow.

In my eyes, it's about spending time with people that you love and cherish.

Disclaimer: I do not own Teen Titans.

Day 25 - Christmas Day

Christmas Day.

It was always such a glorious time with such excitement buzzing in the air, wherever you were. Things seemed to slow down for one single day.

The day was for spending time with family and loved ones; people who mean the world to you; as much as you do to them. It was spent sharing time and tokens of affection in the form of gifts.

It was an entire duration of laughter and love and warmth; spreading like wildfire throughout homes. Mothers and children. Brothers and sisters. Grandparents and grandchildren, alike.

There was something about Christmas that lit a peaceful glow within people. The world tended to become a little quieter and for a sheer moment, the chaos and the stress of everyday life and the problems in the world seemed to fade just for a little while.

Just for that tiny moment of clarity over what was important in life.

And it was exactly the same for the group of teens who lived in a giant T, across the bay from their beloved Jump City.

It had been early when Beast Boy woke them all up in the most disruptive ways. He shook Raven, who lay beside him, so hard she tumbled straight off the edge of the mattress.

He had bounded into Robin and Starfire's room in puppy form, howling excitably and jumping on them. That was treated with a rough swat from Robin who was not as forgiving and understanding as Starfire was.

Cyborg didn't have a choice in the matter when Beast Boy charged into his room in the form of a gorilla, leaping towards his upright metal slab version of a bed with such force it creaked before falling over completely, leaving a not so happy Cyborg in the aftermath.

The team had tortured him of course, insisting on eating breakfast before any presents got opened. He had whined and begged for them to hurry, which only caused them to slow their chewing.

When he had finally been given permission by their tired leader, Beast Boy was straight in there, ripping the gift wrap off of two presents before the others even sat down.

"YES! Mega Monkeys XII!" He chirped, waving the game around above his head whilst Raven rolled her eyes and sipped at her tea.

Cyborg was happily reading through the cookbook Robin had purchased for him with an eager expression of wanting to try all of the recipes at once.

Speaking of Robin, he watched Starfire cuddle her soft glop-glop plushie, imported from Tamaran directly by Raven. With a small smile, he leaned down to the floor and lifted his next gift for her.

As he turned towards her, Starfire raised her eyebrows in curiosity and excitement. Biting her lip, she sat obediently before him, waiting.

"Here's the one I wanted to keep secret the most... I-I really hope you like it."

Starfire's eyes softened and she tilted her head, "Robin, you know I will appreciate anything you gift me with. It is the thought that counts, no?"

He grinned and nodded before passing the rectangular box that was wrapped in violet, shimmering wrapping paper.

She playfully shook it a little before carefully tearing off the paper. When she noted the velvet black box, she raised an eyebrow, her curiosity ever growing.

Starfire popped the lid back and inhaled sharply at the beautiful sight that she was holding.

Her eyes alighted on the gorgeous necklace that was so extravagantly crafted, she couldn't not love it.

It was a thin, delicate silver chain with a small emerald heart pendant hanging from it. Around the emerald, there were two silver charms that wrapped around the charm. It closely resembled a protected heart and Starfire found that completely endearing.

"Oh... Richard... I..." She stammered, truly surprised by his gift choice.

"Do you... like it?" He asked, cautiously try to gauge her reaction.

She immediately snapped her head up to stare at him.

"Like it? Robin... It is breath-taking. I absolutely love it... please, however did you find such a treasure?"

He blushed slightly and rubbed the back of his neck, "Actually... I had it made especially for you."

She blinked, "What?"

"I designed it first and then took it in to be crafted. It's made of this special material which is a high balanced chemical intermingled with steel and platinum so that it can withstand any heat from your starbolts or anything like that."

"My love..."

"I was thinking... I... you could wear it under your neck guard... I mean, if you wanted to."

She touched his cheek, "I shall never take it off." Starfire paused, "Please, can you place it around my neck?"

Robin nodded and accepted the necklace from her whilst she scooped her long red hair out of the way. Clasping it securely at the back, his hands fell to her shoulders whilst she absently smiled and ran her fingers along the pendant.

"How did you create such a wonderful design?"

"It's stupid... and really corny."

"I truly wish to know."

"I wanted it to be the idea of... well... me being the silver twirls around the emerald heart which represents you... and... I... uh..."

She smiled, "It is a symbol of your protection, no?"

He bashfully smiled and nodded.

Pressing her palms against his cheeks, Starfire tugged him forward for a tender kiss, pouring her emotions and her thanks into the gesture; letting him know how much the necklace truly meant to her.

"Looks like these two thought along the same lines, Star." Raven said from the other end of the sofa, one hand scratching behind one of Beast Boy's ears as he grinned smugly, clearly proud of himself for Raven's reaction to his latest present.

The empath lifted up the black choker she had been gifted by her own boyfriend to show Starfire. It had velvet and lace material woven throughout with small amethysts encrusted into the main section whilst a bigger amethyst hung in the middle in a pearl drop style. It was a gothic beauty.

"Oh, Raven... It goes with your skin tone most wonderfully! It is gorgeous!"

Raven nodded to her, "So is yours."

Starfire beamed and turned back to Robin with pride dancing in her eyes. She brought him into a hug and ran her fingers through his dark locks in appreciation.

"A'ight, Titans. You've got about 3 hours to hang out before dinner is gonna be ready and I do not want anyone holding up food, understood?" Cyborg stated, standing up and tying the "Kiss the cook" apron that Beast Boy had given him, around his middle.

They all nodded with mild amusement at Cyborg's motherly tone.

The morning continued on with all of them simply lazing about the tower. None of them were really used to having an entire day to do as they pleased without any kind of criminal activity.

But, as luck would have it, it seemed even criminals didn't like to spoil Crimbo by leaving the house.

As the day progressed, the common room began to fill up with mouth-watering scents. The smell of sizzling, browning turkey wafted throughout the room, causing more than one stomach to growl. It smelt simply delicious.

The aroma increased tenfold as the potatoes started to gather flavour, as the vegetables were brewing and as the ham was boiling.

As Cyborg began to dish out the desirable dinner on 5 separate plates, with the exception of Beast Boy's 'Tofurkey' which Cyborg had agreed to cook, learning to respect the vegetarian's request, the remaining Titans worked together to set the table.

They found themselves seated around the table that was filled with more food than they probably needed but, Cyborg reassured them all that he would be finishing the leftovers, even if it killed him.

All eyes were on the food and they were gaining a habit of licking their lips but as every year, Robin clinked his glass of soda to address his fellow team mates.

"So... this year has been another successful year for us guys. We've taken down a lot of bad guys and have immensely improved our battle skills and honestly? I'm really proud of you all. I know it sounds corny and I'm probably gonna get ribbed about it as soon as I finish," He eyed Beast Boy and Cyborg who smirked, "But... I really do just want to tell you guys how much you mean to me and how much of a key piece you all are to this team. Looking back on it, I didn't have the faintest idea of becoming a team with you guys and yet, it fell into place before our eyes. And... you're all more than just team mates. You know that. You guys are my family and as dysfunctional as we can be sometimes... I wouldn't trade our family for anything in the world. So, Merry Christmas and... hurry up and eat in case Cyborg inhales all of it before we get the chance."

As he took a seat, the others found themselves smiling. Usually, they would note Robin's speech as corny but it resonated with each of them personally. It was true; they were so much more than a team. It took days like this to really understand and acknowledge that.

Starfire laced her fingers with his and smiled softly, silently telling him what she thought of his words.

And as they started to eat their Christmas dinner, the warmth of that kind of knowledge settled in each of their bellies. They weren't spending the day together as team mates or even friends.

They were spending it as a family which was exactly what they were and what the day was about.

Something they always reminded themselves to never forget.

Merry Christmas, indeed.

Author's Note: That's it from me this Christmas!

I'd like to take this moment just to say thank you to all my lovely followers and reviewers, especially for staying so determined and updated on this series. You guys have followed it every single day and commented how you feel about it. And oh my god, I love the fact that this series has really helped boost some of your Christmas spirits because that is completely what I was aiming for. I am a sucker for Christmas and I always want others to enjoy it too. So, thank you, my lovelies for being... well... just so very lovely! *hug*

I want to wish each and every one of you a wonderful Christmas. I hope you have an absolutely outstanding day and I hope you eat what you want and you get the presents you want and literally just have a killer day. Stay happy and stay safe, whatever you're doing with you Christmas day.

Merry Christmas! xoxo.

Lots of seasonal love,

~ Night.