Special: Thanks for Giving!

*Warning: The following story contains family time, happy moments, and new character. Viewer discretion is advised.*

"The table is set, the food is cooking, and all the aliens are still asleep."

Selena grinned happily as she watched her pies bake in the oven. Mashed potatoes, yams, green beans, and other side dishes surrounded the table. In the center, a cornucopia filled with treats laid next to the gravy boat. Each seat had a card with a name on it. Outside, the turkey was being fried.

"McKnight you've outdone yourself." She chided, placing the pudding next to the cake at the dessert table. "A Thanksgiving with aliens who have invaded your personal space and wormed their way into your family was a great idea." Then she frowned. "And then he newbies showed up."

After rescuing her from her evil best friend, the aliens of the McKnight household decided to bring in some new faces. She was glad that Electra, Anubis, and AK-18 was staying, but then two others crashed into the house and now were permanently residents.

"I don't mind the extra company, but I have no clue what to do with them. I can't throw them out on the streets." She swatted at Rigel, who was trying to steal one of her apple pies. "Well I guess the right thing to do is keep them safe."

A yawn came from the mouth of the young Sun Seto/McKnight. The girl smiled at her mother, oblivious to the feast around her.

"Morning mommy." She rubbed her eyes and gave a little sniff. "Wait a minute...I smell ham, turkey, mashed potato, and pumpkin pie!" Her eyes widen. "Is it Christmas already?"

"No silly!" She hit her with a towel, making her giggle. "Thanksgiving is today!"

Sun gasped and gave a loud shriek! Footsteps were heard upstairs and downstairs as multiple aliens charged into the room, all in their alien forms.

"WHAT'S GOING ON? ARE WE UNDER ATTACK?" Arianna asked, her hands glowing.

"EVACUATE THE PREMISES! WE HAVE AN INVASION!" Electra shouted, her tentacles sparking brightly.

"I'll lead Selena and the others outside!" The two girls squealed as Sirius picked them up. "Anubis, take Rigel and guard the front door. AK, you and Fira take the back door. Cloak, you take the rooftops!"

"GUYS WE ARE NOT UNDER ATTACK!" Selena yelled, stopping the aliens in their tracks.

"Then why were you shrieking in fear?" Fira asked, her hair flaming in annoyance.

"I wasn't shrieking in fear, I was shrieking with excitement!" Sun said, leaping out of Sirius' arms. "Today is Thanks for Giving!"

"Thanks for Giving?" Cloak asked, folding his wings down. "What sort of Earth holiday is that?"

"A holiday when everyone eats lots and lots of food, watch football, and say what they're thankful for!"

The aliens looked at Selena to see if this was true. She shrugged and nodded.

"I was down here making dinner for all of us to consume later." Shaking her head, she walked to the oven and started to pull out more pie. "But I guess the surprise is ruined."

"This holiday sounds fun!" Arianna exclaimed, clapping her hands. "We should all partake in the festivities!"

Anubis nodded. "Not like we had anything planned."

"AK; Would like to participate."

"And we would like to learn more about Earth culture." Cloak agreed, looking at Fira. "You can even help her with the cooking."

"There's no way I'm wasting my flame of some earth holiday." Fira glared at him. "What's so great about this "Thanks" thing anyway?"

Sun started to tear up a bit. "Fira! Please? Can't you do this for us?" She puppy dog pouted at her. "I promise you can get back to your life if you help us!"

Fira looked at the face and groaned. "Fine! But after this, no one bugs me!" She stomped off, leaving a very frustrated Cloak behind.

"I'm sorry, we've been trapped for years without contact with the human or alien world." He placed his hands into Sun's. "But we will do everything in our power to make sure you have the best Thanks for Giving ever."

The rest of the gang smiled as Sun hugged the Necrofriggian male. He was so shocked that he accidentally went intangible. She fell straight through him and faceplanted onto the floor.

"Um...sorry about that." He rubbed the back of his head and helped her up.

"No problem, now let's get cooking!"