Knight of the Staff: This fic is dedicated to the one and only Skittles the Sugar Fairy!
Pinmon: How come it took you so long to write this for her birthday, and then post it way later?
Knight of the Staff: Well, if someone hadn't kept insisting that I put my writing on hold to take him camping, then I would have been done sooner!
Pinmon: Hehehe...oh yeah...
Knight of the Staff: Anyways...Skittles, here you go, I hope you enjoy this fic as much as I enjoyed writing it, and happy birthday!
Pinmon: By the way...this author does not own digimon.
Knight of the Staff: *sniff* Although...I wish I did...
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It had been over a year since their partners had returned. Takato had been the one to discover the portal, and had gone in alone. He had found everyone's partner, and had brought them all back to the real world.
Over the past year, more digimon had come to the real world. There were many tamers now, and any threats of a digital nature were quickly taken care of.
It was now Christmas Eve, and everyone was in good spirits. Yamaki was even sponsoring a party that night at the reconstructed Hypnos building. All the original tamers/digimon had been invited to attend. Family members and friends were extended an invitation as well.
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Takato came out of his parents' bakery in a blur, and started running down the street. Guilmon stayed at his side, since Takatos' parents now let him sleep in the house.
Takato was in a hurry; he had a last minute gift to buy. He had mentally smacked himself this morning, not being able to believe he had forgotten to buy a gift for his good friend.
Takato and Guilmon rant to the Shinjuku shopping mall. They would have been their sooner, but they had been stopped a couple of times by people recognizing them as those that had fought the D-Reaper.
They eventually made it though, but were left slack-jawed by the sheer number of people who were also shopping at the last minute.
Takato looked to Guilmon, "Stay close boy; we could get separated easily."
Guilmon nodded, "Okie Dokie Takatomon."
Takato rolled his eyes, and together they made their way through the living sea of stomping feet and arms overburdened with bags.
The hours passed swiftly for Takato and Guilmon, as they raced from store to store. Eventually, with tired legs and sore feet, they finally sat down to rest.
Takato felt like crying, he had searched so hard, but still hadn't found anything that seemed right.
He sighed, and put his face in his hands. Guilmon felt bad for Takato, and leaned against him to give him a supporting shoulder to lean on.
"Takato!," a voice yelled out, "what are you doing here?"
Takato looked up to see the speaker. Before him stood Rayne Calahoo, one of the new tamers. He had gotten to know her after he helped her and her partner out of a fight with a wild Kuwagamon. She had long blonde hair with blue streaks. She had blue eyes and freckles, pierced ears, three on the right, four on the left. She was also wearing her usual outfit of baggy cargo pants and a white tank top with the words Urban Chick written on it. Her partner Strabimon stood at her side. He seemed to be carrying two large, heavy bags. But he was smiling all the same.
"Hi Tsunami....I'm just doing some last minute shopping."
Rayne nodded, and then looked confused. "Wait....I saw you here last week though....you had a lot of bags. Didn't you buy your gifts then?"
Takato groaned, "Yes....it's just that, well, I kind of forgot one person."
"How long you been here Takato? You look kind of tired."
Takato looked at the clock hanging from the ceiling above him. It was 3 p.m.
"I guess I've been here for about, well, when does this place open?"
"8 a.m."
"Oh, then I've been here about 5 hours."
Rayne grinned, "Who are you shopping so hard for then? Is it Rika?"
"No..."
"Jeri?"
"No..."
"Henry, Kazu, Kenta, Ryo?"
"No, no, no, and no....."
"Some other girl then?"
"No....."
Rayne pause and then grinned even wider. "Some other boy then Takato?"
Takato blushed slightly, "Yeah....,so? What's your point?"
Rayne laughed a little at Takato blushing. "He must be somethin special if you're tryin this hard to get a gift."
Takato mumbled, "Yeah.....he is."
"I knew it!" said Rayne, "you like him don't you?"
Takato blushed again, "Wh....what are you talking about?"
Rayne grinned, "Come on, you must have some sort of feelings for this guy to be trying so hard to get him a gift."
Takato looked down, "E...even if that was true.....and he felt the same.....there is no way anything could ever happen."
"Why not?" asked Rayne, "Just who is this guy anyways?"
Guilmon piped up then, liking this game of question and answer. "It's Impmon! Yay! Do I win a prize?"
Takato blushed even harder, and hid his face in his hands. "Guilmon.....why'd you tell her that?"
Strabimon laughed, "Hehe....so when you gonna get the imp under the mistletoe?"
Rayne grabbed his ear and pinched it, causing him to yell. "Owwww! What was that for Rayne!?!"
Rayne crossed her arms and looked at Strabimon crossly, "Hmph! You should know better than to make fun of Takato Strabimon. After all, weren't you hesitant to tell me how you really felt?"
Takato looked up at the two of them, to see Strabimon blush. Then Rayne smiled and leaned down to kiss Strabimon. Takato looked on in amazement as the tamer and her partner made out in front of him!
"You two....you two are........?"
Rayne pulled out of the kiss, "Together? Yep, me and Strabimon here are about as close as you can get."
"But........but...." Takato stuttered.
"But he's a digimon, and I'm a human?" Rayne asked.
Takato simply nodded at a loss for words.
Strabimon spoke up, "Love is love....it doesn't matter what form you're in."
Rayne smiled, "Yep, he's right, for once."
Strabimon grinned devilishly and leaned closer to Takato and Guilmon. "It also helps that she's cute, and she's great in the....OOOOWWWWWWWWW!!!!!" Strabimon screamed as Rayne twisted his ear extra hard.
"Come on you pervert, it's time that we got going."
Strabimon whimpered and started following Tsunami.
Rayne turned around though too look at Takato who was still staring at them.
"Takato, one piece of advice, if you really like Impmon, as in have feelings for him. You should give him something to show him that. Something to show how much he means to you."
Then Rayne grabbed Strabimons' ear and pulled him off with her. Takato watched them walk out of sight, while still being able to hear Strabimon whine.
Takato shook his head and smiled. Rayne and Strabimon were right. He shouldn't be worried just because Impmon was a digimon. He would tell him how he felt tonight at the party. But first....., Takato started heading back down one side of the mall, with Guilmon right behind him. There was a shop that he had seen, and now he knew what he was going to get.
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-Hypnos Christmas Party-
Everyone was having a good time. The adults had all gathered together and were talking about.....well, adult stuff.
The tamers had also gathered together to celebrate.
Henry was trying to keep Terriermon from spiking the punch, and wondering where the little dog-bunny had gotten alcohol in the first place. Rika and Renamon were sitting together, watching the others and enjoying the party. Kazu and Guilmon were at one table, engaged in a eating contest, while Kenta, MarineAngemon, and Guardromon all watched in amazement as Kazu actually seemed to be matching Guilmon, although he was now slowing down.
Suzie and Lopmon were standing by the huge Christmas tree in the center of the room, staring at all of the presents. Jeri and Calumon were by the snack table, where Calumon kept on trying every single piece of food, including the jalapeno muffins that Takatos dad had brought.
Calumon was soon seen running around the room yelling "Hot, hot, hot! calu!"
Ryo and Monodramon sat near Rika and Renamon, each waiting for the chance to ask one of them to dance. Impmon had shown up, but was sitting by himself in a corner, watching the party. He wasn't in a bad mood, he just didn't know how to act around all these people.
Takato was there as well, but he sat on the other side of the room, watching Impmon.
"Should I do it now? What will he think? Will he hate me? Will he laugh? Or even worse, will he call me a dumb human and never want to speak to me again?" Takato sat with these thoughts repeating through his head. He was scared, nervous, and excited all at the same time.
Impmon looked up as he felt someone watching him. He scanned the room slowly. His gaze eventually settling on Takato. Normally Impmon would have just made faces at anyone staring at him. But instead, he just smiled and waved at Takato.
Takato waved back cheerfully, and watched as Impmon hopped down from his seat, and started his way toward him.
Takato gulped nervously, but didn't try to show his nervousness as Impmon jumped into the seat next to his.
"Hey Gogglehead, enjoyin the party?"
Takato merely nodded, his throat suddenly very tight. With a small squeak, he finally said, "It...it's okay. What about you? Are you having a good time Impmon?"
Impmon shrugged and leaned back in his seat. "Eh......it could be worse. I'm just surprised I was even invited though."
Takato stared at Impmon in shock. "Why would you say that?"
Impmon sighed and looked away. "None of them really want me here Gogglehead.......They would have just felt bad later if they didn't invite me."
Takato placed a hand on Impmons' shoulder and gripped it lightly. Impmon turned to look at Takato with his bright green eyes. "That's not true Impmon. Guilmon wants you here, and.......and so do I."
Impmon looked stunned, and then smiled. "Thanks Takato."
"Anytime, hey, do you want a drink or something? I'm getting a glass of punch myself."
Impmon nodded, "Sure, thanks."
Takato went and got the drinks, coming back to sit next to Impmon. He watched as Impmon drank all his punch in one gulp, and then belched loudly. Takato grinned, and slowly sipped from his.
The party dragged on and on, nobody seeming to get tired.
Takato decided it was finally time to give Impmon his gift. He poked Impmon in the side, since he had started to fall asleep. Impmon awoke, "Whaddaya want? What is it?"
"Impmon....I've got something to show you."
Impmon sat up and became fully awake. "What? What kind of something?"
Takato grinned, "To know that you'll have to follow me." He then got up and made for the front elevator. Impmon watched him, and the shrugged to himself. He jumped out of his seat and ran after Takato who was holding the door for him.
Once inside, Takato pushed the button for the roof. The elevator gently took them to the top of the tall government building. When it stopped, Takato walked out to the middle of the roof, with Impmon right beside him.
The moon was full, with not a cloud in the sky. The rooftop was covered in a blanket of white, illuminated by the soft moonlight. The snow sparkled like crystal, and the air was crisp.
Takato smiled to himself, "Well, here goes nothing..." he thought.
He turned and faced Impmon. "Impmon.....I want you to know that I consider you a good friend, one of the best I've ever had."
Impmon blushed a little, and smirked, "I'm the one who should be a tellin you that Takato....You and Pineapple head are my best friends, and you've been there for me when nobody else was."
Silence stood between the two as they stared at each other. It finally became uncomfortable and Takato cleared his throat.
"Anyways.....Impmon, I got you something." Takato reached into his pocked at pulled out a small, wrapped box.
Impmons eyes widened, "But....I didn't get you anythin...."
Takato smiled, "That's okay Impmon, you gave me your friendship. Here, Merry Christmas."
Impmon gently took the small parcel from Takatos outstretched hand. He looked at Takato who nodded, and then he proceeded to carefully open it. Under the wrapping was a small ring box. Impmon slowly opened it up and took out the contents. It was a silver necklace, with a small circular pendant attached to it. Impmon smiled, "Thank you Takato...it's great."
Takato laughed slightly, "There's more Impmon, open the pendant."
Impmon looked at the circle closely and noticed a small clasp. He undid it and the pendant opened. Impmon went wide-eyed at what he saw. Inside was a picture of Takato smiling, and on the other side were some words: To Impmon, so that you know I'll always be close by.
Impmon looked up at Takato, who was blushing. Impmon didn't say anything and just stared. Takato started to sadden, "You....you don't like it do you?" he whispered.
Impmon looked shocked, "What? Of course I like it! I love it! It's about time you showed me how you felt."
Now it was Takatos' turn to look shocked, "You mean...."
Impmon nodded and motioned for Takato to lean down. When Takato was face to face, Impmon reached under his bandanna and pulled something out, holding it above them. Takato looked up to see that it was mistletoe!
When he turned back to Impmon, he found himself being kissed lightly on the lips. Surprised at first, Takato hesitated, but then started to return the kiss. It soon became more passionate, with their tongues exploring each others mouths, and each having their eyes closed, enjoying the moment.
When they finally broke apart, it was to breathe. Takato was blushing like mad, and Impmon smiled, "Merry Christmas Takato."
"Merry Christmas Impmon."
Takato leaned back down towards Impmon, but before he kissed him again, he said, "You know what Impmon?"
"What Takato?"
"I think you're the best present I've gotten yet."
Impmon was the one blushing now, and joined Takato in another passionate kiss, as the full moon bathed them in its golden light.
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Knight of the Staff: There, finished! I would have been done sooner...but I was distracted by a crazy mon!
Pinmon: Yeah! I kept him busy!
Knight of the Staff: You chased me around with a camera, claiming to be getting a picture for our Christmas card.
Pinmon: So?
Knight of the Staff: You followed me into the shower!
Pinmon: So?
Knight of the Staff: O_o.................Oi........... Anyways mortals, R&R, and as always Boo ha ha!
