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Okay finally got around to writing this.

Since Christmas and my birthday have passed, I'm just gonna skim through Christmas and get to New Years, which is today.

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The Demolition Boys had arrived at the Bladebreakers' home. It was a nice size, and had a room that was a pretty good size for a party room. The Demolition Boys were greeted with cheerfulness and smiles from everyone except the two toned captain whom hung back a bit in the room with Rei by his side. Tyson finally was allowed to go over to the food table; Ian followed quickly and the two claimed the table as theirs. Max and Kenny welcomed the other bladers. Bryan made his way over to a chair by the corner and sat himself away from everybody. Spencer went with Max and Kenny and sat down on the sofa. Tala walked over to Kai and Rei who decided to sit down at the table and began to converse about events.

This continued all through Christmas Eve. It was almost midnight. Tyson, Max, Kenny, Ian and Spencer were all in a content mood and were joined by Rei. Bryan had moved further away from the group, taking refugee near the table and was quietly talking with Kai about how he disagreed with this whole thing. Kai, agreed happy that someone had sense that this was nonsense. Tala had disappeared outside, needing fresh air, or so he told the others.

Tala made his made way outside and into the small yet secluded backyard of the Bladebreakers. He walked out where there were a few trees and sat down behind one; back facing the house. This was his first year of celebrating. The others seemed to have accepted the fact, but Tala still felt that he didn't deserve or belong here. The others had tired to help him accept this, especially Rei. The others let whatever he said settle, but Rei had the tendency to see past this. The neko-jin had tried to help him and get him out of his chains. It may have seemed as though Tala gave a cold shoulder in return, but he very much appreciated what the Chinese boy was doing. Even though it was an unknown friendship, Tala felt that there was a special bond between them.

Sighing, Tala looked at his watch. It read 11:58 p.m. Two minutes till Christmas he thought. He let those two minutes pass by; followed by the cheers and praises of the holiday by the people inside the house. He distanced his thoughts from that point on.

A hand on his shoulder shook him out of his thoughts. Tala looked up, and met two shining gilt orbs. Rei had sat down beside him, and Tala welcomed the silent acknowledgment. Though with Tala, Rei couldn't hold back his curiosity. " What are you doing out here? It's freezing, and last time I checked the party is back there." Said Rei signaling behind him with his hand. Tala looked at Rei and then back into the abyss. " I know that. I just....you know. You've heard me complain about it before. I just don't feel right here. It's a new experience for me...for us." Said Tala, in revealing tone. Rei smiled at this and unconsciously put out his necklace that had different stones on it, and started playing with it. Tala glanced over at Rei, smiling at the habit the neko-jin had. He had seen Rei do this on a number of occasions whenever the neko-jin was thinking. He focused back on the stars.

He felt Rei move a bit, hoping that he wasn't leaving. He jumped slightly when Rei grabbed his gloved hand and placed something in it. Opening his hand he looked at what Rei had given him. It was one of the stones from Rei's necklace. It was a blue ocean blue, with a white and frost blue center. The center it self looked like an icicle; it even was cold to the touch. " I thought you would like this stone. It reminds me of Wolborg. A traveler brought it many years ago to my village. She said it was from the coldest reaches on the planet. She was kind enough to give it to me. Said it would look amazing with the other stones on this necklace." Tala moved it around in his hand, hypnotized by the stone. It seemed as though there was ice actually in it. He looked back at Rei who was smiling. " Rei, I can't have this. It's special to you." Rei placed a hand over Tala's mouth. "Don't argue with me. I gave it to you. It's a gift. Don't make me permanently sew it glue it to you." Rei joked and closed Tala's hand around the stone. " At least you have something good to remember about this." Rei stood up followed by Tala. " Thank you I wish I could give you something in return." " No that's the last thing I need." Said Rei looking at Tala in the eye. " No I'm serious. You've done to much for me." Tala stopped and thought for a moment.

An idea clicked at in his head. Rei had a confused look on his face as Tala grabbed a silver chain that was around his neck and pulled it. He handed it to Rei, who accepted it. Rei looked at it squinting and then up at Tala. It was two dog tags that had Tala acquired when he first came to the Abbey many years ago. " I know it's not much, and doesn't match the quality of yours but it's the oldest thing I have. I really want you to have it. Your one of the only people who's taken the time the try and understand me." Rei looked up at Tala and then launched himself at Tala hugging him. Tala stiffened at the interaction. He had a hard time just trying to say those things to Rei. The hug was pushing it, but it felt nice and welcomed. He limply wrapped his arms around the neko-jin. "Thank you." Said Rei. The stepped back and blushed. " Umm..maybe it's time that we went back in. The others will start to get worried no doubt." Said Rei sheepishly. Tala smiled and started walking back towards the house, joined by Rei. Tala felt a hand twine with his and he looked down at it. Black and white covered fingers laced together. He looked back at Rei who smiled and gently squeezed his hand. Tala smiled and a faint hue came upon his pale face. Rei laughed at this, and Tala took in the sound. They separated at the patio door still not ready for the others' stares and questions.

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A/N I'm aware that some countries and religions don't celebrate Christmas but I'm writing it as if they do.

Okay that was the Christmas part. Here is the New Year's part, which was an hour ago. So Happy New Year! **LEAP YEAR!**

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The Demolition boys had been asked again to celebrate with the Bladebreakers. Tala, feeling the need to repay the kindness insisted that the Bladebreakers come to their complex for New Years. Tala had instructed the other Demolition Boys to clean up. Even though the Demolition Boys supplied the room, the Bladebreakers brought the food.

After they had cleaned up, all the Demolition Boys left to get ready. Spencer was the first one back downstairs. He sat down by the window and stared out watching the people pass by. Suddenly his head was forced forward by a soft, yet strong force. Once his vision became clear again he turned around to see what hit him. On the floor laid a pillow, in front of him stood Ian. The said person stuck out his tongue and then immediately regretted the previous act as Spencer launched himself at the smaller blader. Now the once quiet house was filled with curses and pleas. "Will you two morons stop it. Your starting to act like those childish Bladebreakers." Yelled Bryan from his room frustration clearly shown. His plan was to isolate himself in his room all night. The deal was to go to the Christmas party. Tala didn't say anything about having to entertain his guests and that's what he planned.

Tala on the other hand was starting to like the idea of spending time with the other team, especially Rei. He was standing in front of his mirror; clad in white pants admiring the stone that now hung on a gold chain, similar to Rei's eye colour. He stood for another minute before pulling an orange hooded sweater over his head. He smoothed out the wrinkles and pushed the sleeves up till his elbows. Satisfied with the look he opened his door and headed down stairs.

Coming down the stairs, a raging Spencer and pale Ian rushed by him. He shook his head, and headed towards the front door, hearing the doorbell ding. He opened the door as the warm air escaped and was met with the faces of the Bladebreakers. He stepped aside allowing them in, taking their coats. They all moved into the living room, where they planned to have their little party.

The night progressed much like that of Christmas Eve. The two captains had managed to haul Bryan down with threats and the excuse of ' if we have to endure it so do you'. Even though Tala didn't mind it, he had to keep his reputation prime. Midnight was growing closer and almost everybody was growing happier. Tala had gone to the kitchen to get drinks, because of Tyson's whining that there weren't enough drinks. Tala grabbed sodas from the fridge and turned around and was met with two golden orbs and a angelic smile. He smiled at Rei before placing the cans on the counter. " Hey, just wanted to know if you needed help. You seem to be doing the hosting and serving." Said Rei shyly before taking a seat on a stool. Tala hopped up and sat on the counter across from Rei. " It's no big deal." Said Tala simply.

Silence soon filled the kitchen apart from the music and chatter in the room across the hall. Tala was going to start a conversation when Rei stated something out of the blue. " Hey, you're wearing the stone." Rei exclaimed before getting off the stool and walking over to Tala. Tala confused as to how Rei noticed this, when he was sure that he tuck it in before leaving his room. Rei was standing in front of him, staring at it. "It must of slipped out when I was getting the drinks from the fridge." " Probably. I have yours on too, see." Rei pulled out his necklace and hanging in the middle of all the other stones was the two dog tags." Tala reached over and lifted the necklace to look at it clearly, admiring all the other stones and beads on it. Unconsciously Rei moved closer, chest touching Tala's knees. Rei felt Tala's warm breath on his face, as the red- haired boy leaned down to look it. Tala's eyes rose and met with the neko- jin's golden eyes. Captivated by the pull they had orbs had, he didn't realize that he was now almost nose-to-nose with Rei. Their breathing sped up a bit at the unfamiliar territory and the new urge that rose through their bodies. Slowly Tala leaned down a bit more as Rei leaned up; both pairs of eyes fluttered closed as their lips met with a whisper contact. Slowly it increased as soft, warm lips pressed together a little bit more. Tala slowly brought his right hand up and caressed Rei's soft silky smooth cheek, before resting on his face. With the lack of oxygen the two broke apart panting slightly.

Slowly Tala's eyes opened to reveal dazed blue orbs. Rei had his head bent slightly and his eyes were still closed. Tala traced is hand along Rei's jaw until it came to rest under his chin; slowly he tipped Rei's head to see his beautiful face, which had a slight pink blush staining his cheeks. Rei opened his eyes to stare into Tala's. A smile crept onto his face, and the blush increased when he noticed the two legs on both sides of him. During the kiss he must have moved closer to Tala. He was about to comment on it when Tyson's voice rang over all the sounds. " Tala, Rei what are you doing in there?! There's thirty seconds left! Come one or you'll miss it." Rei chuckled at this, smiling at Tala before grabbing half of the cans and walking back into the living room. Tala slid of the counter and grabbed the other half of the cans before following Rei. Exiting the kitchen he was met by Kai in the hall. " Having fun?" asked Kai, with a hint of humour behind the words. Tala smirked at this and playfully punched him. " More than you." Kai stared at Tala before entering the room, where the countdown was going on. " 10...9...8...7..6..5..4...3....2..1...HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!" yelled Tyson and Max hugging each other and jumping around in a circle. The rest cheered and partied as the New Year rolled in.

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So there's this fic, that should have been done last night. Hope you enjoyed this chapter. Like I said earlier this is a holiday fic, so I really only will be posting around holidays and maybe once in between, so the next chapter will be out in about a few weeks, and then the next chapter after that is Valentine's Day! Lot's of loving!

LoL! I hope everyone had a good new year!

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