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United Chapter 23!!
A/N: It's Christmas time in the Halliwell Manor. Well actually Christmas Eve, so let's see what the gang is up to. Matthew and Migdalia (ColeTurner4Ever) have written this chapter.
****Halliwell Manor-Paige's Bedroom**** Paige got up from the bed and opened up the curtains. Sunlight flooded in waking up Glen.
"Baby what are you doing?" groaned Glenn.
"We have to get up," said Paige. "Today we are decorating and cooking,"
"Right," said Glenn. "Piper wanted to get a Christmas tree on Christmas Eve,"
"She didn't want it ruined by any demons," said Paige. "Plus, I'm sure you and the guys can find one,"
She put on her robe.
"And what will you be doing my dear?" asked Glenn.
"Well Cole is coming soon," said Paige. "And we girls will be decorating inside,"
"Right Cole is coming," said Glenn sitting up.
"What's wrong?" asked Paige.
"Nothing," said Glenn. "I just feel you're attracted to him somehow,"
"How can you say that," said Paige.
"Cause everytime someone says his name you get all flustered," said Glenn.
"You have nothing to be jealous over," said Paige. "We better get the bathroom first,"
Glenn stood up and grabbed Paige's hand. Together they went out into the hallway where Phoebe and Jason were. Both couples looked at each other knowing they were going to do more than wash up. Phoebe hurriedly tried to reach the bathroom but Paige orbed her and Glenn inside.
"Cheaters," said Jason.
Phoebe sighed as the bathroom door shut in her face.
"Let's ask Prue if we can use her bathroom," said Jason.
"Alright," said Phoebe.
****Halliwell Manor-Prue And Brian's Bedroom****
Prue and Brian were kissing excitedly. Prue broke away and grinned.
"You know, Brian, remember when you asked me to marry you?" asked Prue.
"And you said not now because of your sister's pregnancy, Paige and her feelings for Cole, Leo and Piper making up, and Phoebe and Jason's engagement," said Brian kissing her neck.
"Right," said Prue smiling. "I hope you don't feel bad. It's just that I have to be the center of this whole thing and I'm still dead,"
"You taste very much alive," said Brian kissing her again.
There was a knock from the top of the stairs. Prue groaned.
"Who is it?" she called pulling Brian away.
"Phoebe," called Phoebe. "Can Jason and I use your bathroom?"
Brian shook his head no.
"Sure," said Prue.
Brian rolled off of Prue annoyed. Phoebe and Jason walked downstairs to see the couple wrapped around a blanket.
"Hope we weren't disturbing anything," said Phoebe.
"No, go right ahead," said Brian pointing to the bathroom.
Phoebe and Jason nodded and went inside. Brian turned to Prue.
"I don't want them using my bathroom," said Brian. "You know how I feel,"
"Brian, come on," said Prue. "I know you're protective of Cole but chill ok, we won't let anything happen to him,"
Brian stood up and put on his boxers.
"Let's go help with breakfast," said Prue getting up and putting on her pajamas. Her pajama bottoms had little Santa Clauses and she had on a white tank top. Brian held out a white sweater jacket. "Thank you,"
They walked upstairs where Leo was cooking pancakes and Wyatt was in his walker.
"Good morning," said Leo cheerfully.
"Morning," said Brian.
Piper came in with a brown box full of decorations.
"Merry Christmas Eve," said Piper smiling.
"You too" said Prue raising an eyebrow.
"Brian you better get ready," said Piper. "You guys need to get down to the Tree lot,"
"Well I'll take a shower at the loft then," said Brian shimmering away.
Prue shook her head. "He's still annoyed about Phoebe and Jason and the whole baby paternity,"
"He's still on that?" asked Leo.
Prue shrugged. "Just protective, I guess,"
"Look who's here" cried Paige walking in with Cole.
"Hey!" cried Piper.
Cole and Piper hugged tightly and Prue joined in. After that Leo hugged him.
"Great to be back again," said Cole grinning. He picked up Wyatt who was reaching for him.
"You look totally better," said Prue.
"I feel better," said Cole.
Leo took the big plate of pancakes to the table. There was already a basket of biscuits, muffins, pitcher of milk and orange juice, plate of bacon and sausage, eggs, and fruit. Paige brought out the syrup and glanced at Cole who was just standing at the doorway admiring the scene.
Brian and Veronica shimmered in.
"Cole," said Veronica softly. She walked up and hugged him tightly as did Brian.
"Oxygen becoming an issue," groaned Cole.
"Sorry," said Veronica pulling away. "You look different,"
"Yeah he doesn't look like a slob," joked Brian.
Cole punched Brian in the arm.
"Come on that hurt," said Brian.
Phoebe and Jason walked in. Phoebe saw Cole and stopped in her tracks.
"Cole," said Phoebe.
"Hello, Phoebe," said Cole.
He walked over and hugged her much to Phoebe's surprise and Jason's dismay.
"I don't resent you nor hate you," whispered Cole into her ear. "I want you to be happy and all is forgiving,"
Phoebe laughed and cried at the same time and tightened the hug. Cole broke the hug and looked at Jason.
"I hope you're treating her right," said Cole.
"Better than you did," said Jason.
Cole nodded not holding any hard feelings and Phoebe shot a glare at Jason.
"Come, let's eat," said Piper.
Everyone sat down and ate. The food was great and everyone was chatting about the day's events. Veronica waved her hand and the dishes cleared.
"Guys time to go and get the tree," said Piper waving the men off.
"I'm full," said Cole.
Piper made a face. Leo, Cole, Jason, Brian, and Glen stood up.
"We'll be back later," said Leo.
"Have fun," called Phoebe.
The guys left and Phoebe sighed.
"I'm so glad Cole forgave me," said Phoebe.
"Do you have your powers back?" asked Prue a bit disappointed.
"Let's see," said Phoebe. She looked at everyone then shook her head. "No I can't sense anyone's feelings,"
Paige shrugged. "Should we put the lights?"
"Let's go," said Piper and the rest of them stood up. Veronica went back to the loft promising to come back later.
The whole manor was decorated in two hours due to Prue and Paige's powers. The sisters and Wyatt plopped on the couch still waiting for the tree to arrive.
"Where are they?" asked Piper annoyed.
Paige shrugged.
"Maybe they couldn't decide on one," said Phoebe.
Suddenly the door opened and Piper placed Wyatt in his playpen.
"About time," said Piper watching the guys bring in a beautiful fully large tree.
"Well I paid $75 dollars for this tree," said Jason. "I paid some lady off for it,"
"Wow!" said Phoebe kissing him on the cheek.
Paige looked for Cole's reaction but he just smiled. He was so different.
"Let's hurry cause then we have to get to P3 and the staff is decorating there," said Piper. "I have a shipment of food coming in for the Christmas Eve Party,"
"Who do you have booked?" asked Cole.
"The Dave Matthews Band," said Piper. "And No Doubt,"
"The party will be rocking tonight" said Glen.
"Cole and I are going to decorate the loft for Veronica," said Brian.
Brian and Cole shimmered to the loft.
"Brian and I are staying over there tonight," said Prue. "We have been neglecting her lately,"
"Oh ok," said Piper. "I guess Cole is staying there too,"
Prue nodded.
"Hey why don't we have dinner over there tomorrow night," suggested Leo.
"That's a great idea," said Glen.
Cole shimmered back in.
"Prue do you want to help me go shopping?" asked Cole.
"Um, yeah," said Prue after glancing at Paige.
"Don't you two stay out too late," said Piper watching as they left.
***San Francisco Mall***
"So any reason why you asked me to accompany you?" asked Prue with a smile.
"I don't know," said Cole putting his hands in his pockets.
"How are you?" asked Prue.
"I don't know," said Cole. "I feel like a new person, everything is so new,"
"You're acting like a new person," said Prue. "I don't like it,"
Cole smiled at her as she wrapped her arm around his.
"So how's everything?" asked Cole.
"You mean how's Phoebe?" asked Prue.
"No, I mean everyone,"
"Well Brian asked me to marry him," said Prue.
"He did!" cried Cole as they continued walking.
"Oh, yeah," said Prue. "I wanted to wait until after Phoebe's baby is born and it was too hectic. Like Leo and Piper almost getting a divorce"
"Whoa," said Cole. "I missed a lot,"
"It wasn't the same without you," said Prue.
"Thanks," said Cole hugging her.
"What else did I miss?" asked Cole.
"Ok, well um, like I said Leo and Piper almost got divorced, um, I don't know how much you remember but your mom came back and ran Phoebe over, and you asked us to save her but then you asked us to vanquish her, we all moved into the Manor except Veronica, Raven was vanquished, and Phoebe lost her powers," said Prue.
"How'd she lose them?" asked Cole.
"Because of what she did to you was so serious and she used magic she lost her powers unless there was an emergency until she reconciles with you," explained Prue. "But I forgive her," said Cole.
"I know but I guess it's not enough for the Elders," said Prue.
"Um, so what is going on with Phoebe and Jason? I must be going crazy but Phoebe looks like she's 8 months pregnant," said Cole laughing.
"I guess you don't remember," said Prue sadly.
"Remember what?" asked Cole getting serious.
"Phoebe and Jason are engaged and Phoebe is 8 months pregnant with Jason's child," said Prue solemnly.
"Oh, that's nice," said Cole looking down, sadness written all over his face.
"It's ok to be sad," said Prue looking down to meet his gaze.
"I know," said Cole looking up. "It's not even that I want to be with her anymore or that I hate her but it hurts to see my first true love move on,"
"You'll be fine. You have us, and Brian, and even Wyatt," comforted Prue.
Cole smiled. "That's all I'll ever need,"
"Let's go. I'll help you pick out gifts," said Prue as she shuffled into a store.
This went on for about an hour and a half, Prue shuffled Cole into tons of stores to but gifts and in the end they had at least 12 bags if not more because Prue couldn't resist doing some last minute shopping since she was at the mall.
****Halliwell Manor-An Hour Later-3:00****
Prue and Cole enter with bags in their hands. They enter the living room and see that while they were out shopping everyone else decorated the tree.
"Ok, wow, is it me or does this house smell wonderful?" asked Prue as she entered.
"Piper is making dinner," said Brian.
"I thought we had to leave for the club in 15 minutes," said Cole.
"We did but the manager, Anthony, called and said he would help the bands set up so Piper doesn't have to be at P3 until about 7:45," explained Phoebe.
"Oh, well now, that's what I like to hear," said Prue smiling.
"Prue and I have to go upstairs and wrap what we bought. We'll be down soon," said Cole as he and Prue head upstairs.
"Yeah and Glenn and I need to go have a little 'celebration' before dinner," said Paige grinning as she orbs her and Glenn upstairs.
That leaves Leo, Brian, and Jason alone while Piper cooks.
"Ok, well, um, I'm going to go see if Piper could use my help," said Jason as he practically runs into the kitchen.
That leaves Leo and Brian alone.
"So, um, did Prue give you an answer on the marriage front yet?" asked Leo breaking the awkward silence.
"No, not yet, I'm hoping she will after the holidays, though," said Brian.
The Elders are calling Leo.
"I gotta' go. The Elders are calling me," said Leo as he orbs out.
Brian shimmers to the loft to check on Veronica. ****Halliwell Manor-2 Hours Later****
The presents Prue and Cole bought lay wrapped under the tree as everyone is preparing for dinner. Veronica showed up and is eating Christmas Eve dinner with them.
Everyone emerges from the kitchen each carrying a plate full of food.
"Leo, can you go get the ham out of the oven and put it on the table?" asked Piper.
"Yeah sure," replied Leo as he retrieved the ham form the oven and set it on the dining room table.
They all took their seats but the doorbell rang.
"Now, who could that be?" asked Paige as she went to answer the door.
When she opened the door, there stood Victor, Piper and Phoebe's father.
"Victor," screamed Paige.
"Hey, Paige, nice to see you. And please call me Dad, you're like another daughter to me" said Victor as he entered the Manor and hugged her as if she really was his daughter.
"Maybe one day I will but not now," said Paige.
Victor nods and looks at the table and sees some unfamiliar faces and a face he never expected to see again.
"Prue!" cried Victor as she got up and hugged him.
"Oh, honey, I missed you so much. I never thought I would see you again," said Victor crying.
"I missed you too, Dad. I was made a white-lighter and I am back in the world of the living, permanently," said Prue.
"That's so great," said Victor as he hugged her again.
Piper and Phoebe then get up and hug him.
"Dad, we have some people for you to meet," said Phoebe as they approach the table.
"Dad, of course, you remember Leo and Cole. This is Cole's brother and Prue's boyfriend, Brian, Cole and Brian's grandmother, Veronica, Glenn, Paige's boyfriend, and this is Jason, my fiancée and father of your grandchild," introduced Phoebe.
"I knew you looked pregnant. Congratulations!" said Victor.
"Thanks," said Phoebe and Jason simultaneously.
"Dad, what are you doing here? I called you like 20 times this past month to invite you to dinner but I always got your machine," said Piper.
"I know. I was out of town and I just got back yesterday. So when I got your messages, I decided to just come here. I hope you have room for me," said Victor.
"Of course, we do Dad, sit right between Leo and Glenn," said Piper seating him.
They all take their seats.
"Ok, before we eat I would like to say grace," said Prue.
Everyone nodded and joined hands.
"Dear God, thank you for this wonderful food before us that we are incredibly lucky to have. God, we thank you for bringing our friends and family together on this special holiday. Thank you for letting our father come and spend Christmas Eve with us and we all thank you so much for helping Cole get better so he can come back to us in January and so he can spend Christmas with us. Amen!" said Prue.
"Ok, everyone, dig in!" announced Paige.
Two hours later everyone is done eating.
"Piper, that meal was delicious. You definitely outdid yourself," complimented Victor.
"Ok, well we have to hurry and clean up. We have to be at the club in 45 minutes," said Phoebe.
Veronica waves her hand and the table clears itself.
"All done," announced Veronica happily.
"Thanks, ok Dad, so how about coming to P3 with us for the Christmas Eve Party?" asked Prue.
"Yeah, sure, it sounds like fun," said Victor.
They all leave and head to P3.
****P3****
The club is more crowded then usual. The line to get in is around the corner. Piper is serving alcohol, and has a lot of hot food, such as Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parmaigana, and Chicken Franchese, both for a price.
"Piper, what bands did you say were playing?" Brian asked over all the noise.
"The Dave Matthews Band, No Doubt, and they brought along Ashanti, Jay-Z, and Beyonce Knowles," said Piper smiling.
"Piper, you are like the hit of the night. The line to get in is around the corner," said Leo.
Beyonce and Ashanti get on stage and sing "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas". Jay-Z and No Doubt perform "Jingle Bells".
All in all the night was a GIGANTIC SUCCESS!! All of the food was gone, tons of alcohol was served, over three thousand people were in the club total all night in 4 and a half hours. The club made at least $8,000 if not more. Everyone got home around 1 and they were so tired. Victor went home about 11 and once they got home Cole, Brian, and Veronica shimmered to the loft. Everyone else went to bed. Till' tomorrow was Christmas Day!
Author's Note: Ok, everyone we hope you liked it. Stay tuned for the next chapter, Christmas Day, written by ColeTurner4Ever.
United Chapter 23!!
A/N: It's Christmas time in the Halliwell Manor. Well actually Christmas Eve, so let's see what the gang is up to. Matthew and Migdalia (ColeTurner4Ever) have written this chapter.
****Halliwell Manor-Paige's Bedroom**** Paige got up from the bed and opened up the curtains. Sunlight flooded in waking up Glen.
"Baby what are you doing?" groaned Glenn.
"We have to get up," said Paige. "Today we are decorating and cooking,"
"Right," said Glenn. "Piper wanted to get a Christmas tree on Christmas Eve,"
"She didn't want it ruined by any demons," said Paige. "Plus, I'm sure you and the guys can find one,"
She put on her robe.
"And what will you be doing my dear?" asked Glenn.
"Well Cole is coming soon," said Paige. "And we girls will be decorating inside,"
"Right Cole is coming," said Glenn sitting up.
"What's wrong?" asked Paige.
"Nothing," said Glenn. "I just feel you're attracted to him somehow,"
"How can you say that," said Paige.
"Cause everytime someone says his name you get all flustered," said Glenn.
"You have nothing to be jealous over," said Paige. "We better get the bathroom first,"
Glenn stood up and grabbed Paige's hand. Together they went out into the hallway where Phoebe and Jason were. Both couples looked at each other knowing they were going to do more than wash up. Phoebe hurriedly tried to reach the bathroom but Paige orbed her and Glenn inside.
"Cheaters," said Jason.
Phoebe sighed as the bathroom door shut in her face.
"Let's ask Prue if we can use her bathroom," said Jason.
"Alright," said Phoebe.
****Halliwell Manor-Prue And Brian's Bedroom****
Prue and Brian were kissing excitedly. Prue broke away and grinned.
"You know, Brian, remember when you asked me to marry you?" asked Prue.
"And you said not now because of your sister's pregnancy, Paige and her feelings for Cole, Leo and Piper making up, and Phoebe and Jason's engagement," said Brian kissing her neck.
"Right," said Prue smiling. "I hope you don't feel bad. It's just that I have to be the center of this whole thing and I'm still dead,"
"You taste very much alive," said Brian kissing her again.
There was a knock from the top of the stairs. Prue groaned.
"Who is it?" she called pulling Brian away.
"Phoebe," called Phoebe. "Can Jason and I use your bathroom?"
Brian shook his head no.
"Sure," said Prue.
Brian rolled off of Prue annoyed. Phoebe and Jason walked downstairs to see the couple wrapped around a blanket.
"Hope we weren't disturbing anything," said Phoebe.
"No, go right ahead," said Brian pointing to the bathroom.
Phoebe and Jason nodded and went inside. Brian turned to Prue.
"I don't want them using my bathroom," said Brian. "You know how I feel,"
"Brian, come on," said Prue. "I know you're protective of Cole but chill ok, we won't let anything happen to him,"
Brian stood up and put on his boxers.
"Let's go help with breakfast," said Prue getting up and putting on her pajamas. Her pajama bottoms had little Santa Clauses and she had on a white tank top. Brian held out a white sweater jacket. "Thank you,"
They walked upstairs where Leo was cooking pancakes and Wyatt was in his walker.
"Good morning," said Leo cheerfully.
"Morning," said Brian.
Piper came in with a brown box full of decorations.
"Merry Christmas Eve," said Piper smiling.
"You too" said Prue raising an eyebrow.
"Brian you better get ready," said Piper. "You guys need to get down to the Tree lot,"
"Well I'll take a shower at the loft then," said Brian shimmering away.
Prue shook her head. "He's still annoyed about Phoebe and Jason and the whole baby paternity,"
"He's still on that?" asked Leo.
Prue shrugged. "Just protective, I guess,"
"Look who's here" cried Paige walking in with Cole.
"Hey!" cried Piper.
Cole and Piper hugged tightly and Prue joined in. After that Leo hugged him.
"Great to be back again," said Cole grinning. He picked up Wyatt who was reaching for him.
"You look totally better," said Prue.
"I feel better," said Cole.
Leo took the big plate of pancakes to the table. There was already a basket of biscuits, muffins, pitcher of milk and orange juice, plate of bacon and sausage, eggs, and fruit. Paige brought out the syrup and glanced at Cole who was just standing at the doorway admiring the scene.
Brian and Veronica shimmered in.
"Cole," said Veronica softly. She walked up and hugged him tightly as did Brian.
"Oxygen becoming an issue," groaned Cole.
"Sorry," said Veronica pulling away. "You look different,"
"Yeah he doesn't look like a slob," joked Brian.
Cole punched Brian in the arm.
"Come on that hurt," said Brian.
Phoebe and Jason walked in. Phoebe saw Cole and stopped in her tracks.
"Cole," said Phoebe.
"Hello, Phoebe," said Cole.
He walked over and hugged her much to Phoebe's surprise and Jason's dismay.
"I don't resent you nor hate you," whispered Cole into her ear. "I want you to be happy and all is forgiving,"
Phoebe laughed and cried at the same time and tightened the hug. Cole broke the hug and looked at Jason.
"I hope you're treating her right," said Cole.
"Better than you did," said Jason.
Cole nodded not holding any hard feelings and Phoebe shot a glare at Jason.
"Come, let's eat," said Piper.
Everyone sat down and ate. The food was great and everyone was chatting about the day's events. Veronica waved her hand and the dishes cleared.
"Guys time to go and get the tree," said Piper waving the men off.
"I'm full," said Cole.
Piper made a face. Leo, Cole, Jason, Brian, and Glen stood up.
"We'll be back later," said Leo.
"Have fun," called Phoebe.
The guys left and Phoebe sighed.
"I'm so glad Cole forgave me," said Phoebe.
"Do you have your powers back?" asked Prue a bit disappointed.
"Let's see," said Phoebe. She looked at everyone then shook her head. "No I can't sense anyone's feelings,"
Paige shrugged. "Should we put the lights?"
"Let's go," said Piper and the rest of them stood up. Veronica went back to the loft promising to come back later.
The whole manor was decorated in two hours due to Prue and Paige's powers. The sisters and Wyatt plopped on the couch still waiting for the tree to arrive.
"Where are they?" asked Piper annoyed.
Paige shrugged.
"Maybe they couldn't decide on one," said Phoebe.
Suddenly the door opened and Piper placed Wyatt in his playpen.
"About time," said Piper watching the guys bring in a beautiful fully large tree.
"Well I paid $75 dollars for this tree," said Jason. "I paid some lady off for it,"
"Wow!" said Phoebe kissing him on the cheek.
Paige looked for Cole's reaction but he just smiled. He was so different.
"Let's hurry cause then we have to get to P3 and the staff is decorating there," said Piper. "I have a shipment of food coming in for the Christmas Eve Party,"
"Who do you have booked?" asked Cole.
"The Dave Matthews Band," said Piper. "And No Doubt,"
"The party will be rocking tonight" said Glen.
"Cole and I are going to decorate the loft for Veronica," said Brian.
Brian and Cole shimmered to the loft.
"Brian and I are staying over there tonight," said Prue. "We have been neglecting her lately,"
"Oh ok," said Piper. "I guess Cole is staying there too,"
Prue nodded.
"Hey why don't we have dinner over there tomorrow night," suggested Leo.
"That's a great idea," said Glen.
Cole shimmered back in.
"Prue do you want to help me go shopping?" asked Cole.
"Um, yeah," said Prue after glancing at Paige.
"Don't you two stay out too late," said Piper watching as they left.
***San Francisco Mall***
"So any reason why you asked me to accompany you?" asked Prue with a smile.
"I don't know," said Cole putting his hands in his pockets.
"How are you?" asked Prue.
"I don't know," said Cole. "I feel like a new person, everything is so new,"
"You're acting like a new person," said Prue. "I don't like it,"
Cole smiled at her as she wrapped her arm around his.
"So how's everything?" asked Cole.
"You mean how's Phoebe?" asked Prue.
"No, I mean everyone,"
"Well Brian asked me to marry him," said Prue.
"He did!" cried Cole as they continued walking.
"Oh, yeah," said Prue. "I wanted to wait until after Phoebe's baby is born and it was too hectic. Like Leo and Piper almost getting a divorce"
"Whoa," said Cole. "I missed a lot,"
"It wasn't the same without you," said Prue.
"Thanks," said Cole hugging her.
"What else did I miss?" asked Cole.
"Ok, well um, like I said Leo and Piper almost got divorced, um, I don't know how much you remember but your mom came back and ran Phoebe over, and you asked us to save her but then you asked us to vanquish her, we all moved into the Manor except Veronica, Raven was vanquished, and Phoebe lost her powers," said Prue.
"How'd she lose them?" asked Cole.
"Because of what she did to you was so serious and she used magic she lost her powers unless there was an emergency until she reconciles with you," explained Prue. "But I forgive her," said Cole.
"I know but I guess it's not enough for the Elders," said Prue.
"Um, so what is going on with Phoebe and Jason? I must be going crazy but Phoebe looks like she's 8 months pregnant," said Cole laughing.
"I guess you don't remember," said Prue sadly.
"Remember what?" asked Cole getting serious.
"Phoebe and Jason are engaged and Phoebe is 8 months pregnant with Jason's child," said Prue solemnly.
"Oh, that's nice," said Cole looking down, sadness written all over his face.
"It's ok to be sad," said Prue looking down to meet his gaze.
"I know," said Cole looking up. "It's not even that I want to be with her anymore or that I hate her but it hurts to see my first true love move on,"
"You'll be fine. You have us, and Brian, and even Wyatt," comforted Prue.
Cole smiled. "That's all I'll ever need,"
"Let's go. I'll help you pick out gifts," said Prue as she shuffled into a store.
This went on for about an hour and a half, Prue shuffled Cole into tons of stores to but gifts and in the end they had at least 12 bags if not more because Prue couldn't resist doing some last minute shopping since she was at the mall.
****Halliwell Manor-An Hour Later-3:00****
Prue and Cole enter with bags in their hands. They enter the living room and see that while they were out shopping everyone else decorated the tree.
"Ok, wow, is it me or does this house smell wonderful?" asked Prue as she entered.
"Piper is making dinner," said Brian.
"I thought we had to leave for the club in 15 minutes," said Cole.
"We did but the manager, Anthony, called and said he would help the bands set up so Piper doesn't have to be at P3 until about 7:45," explained Phoebe.
"Oh, well now, that's what I like to hear," said Prue smiling.
"Prue and I have to go upstairs and wrap what we bought. We'll be down soon," said Cole as he and Prue head upstairs.
"Yeah and Glenn and I need to go have a little 'celebration' before dinner," said Paige grinning as she orbs her and Glenn upstairs.
That leaves Leo, Brian, and Jason alone while Piper cooks.
"Ok, well, um, I'm going to go see if Piper could use my help," said Jason as he practically runs into the kitchen.
That leaves Leo and Brian alone.
"So, um, did Prue give you an answer on the marriage front yet?" asked Leo breaking the awkward silence.
"No, not yet, I'm hoping she will after the holidays, though," said Brian.
The Elders are calling Leo.
"I gotta' go. The Elders are calling me," said Leo as he orbs out.
Brian shimmers to the loft to check on Veronica. ****Halliwell Manor-2 Hours Later****
The presents Prue and Cole bought lay wrapped under the tree as everyone is preparing for dinner. Veronica showed up and is eating Christmas Eve dinner with them.
Everyone emerges from the kitchen each carrying a plate full of food.
"Leo, can you go get the ham out of the oven and put it on the table?" asked Piper.
"Yeah sure," replied Leo as he retrieved the ham form the oven and set it on the dining room table.
They all took their seats but the doorbell rang.
"Now, who could that be?" asked Paige as she went to answer the door.
When she opened the door, there stood Victor, Piper and Phoebe's father.
"Victor," screamed Paige.
"Hey, Paige, nice to see you. And please call me Dad, you're like another daughter to me" said Victor as he entered the Manor and hugged her as if she really was his daughter.
"Maybe one day I will but not now," said Paige.
Victor nods and looks at the table and sees some unfamiliar faces and a face he never expected to see again.
"Prue!" cried Victor as she got up and hugged him.
"Oh, honey, I missed you so much. I never thought I would see you again," said Victor crying.
"I missed you too, Dad. I was made a white-lighter and I am back in the world of the living, permanently," said Prue.
"That's so great," said Victor as he hugged her again.
Piper and Phoebe then get up and hug him.
"Dad, we have some people for you to meet," said Phoebe as they approach the table.
"Dad, of course, you remember Leo and Cole. This is Cole's brother and Prue's boyfriend, Brian, Cole and Brian's grandmother, Veronica, Glenn, Paige's boyfriend, and this is Jason, my fiancée and father of your grandchild," introduced Phoebe.
"I knew you looked pregnant. Congratulations!" said Victor.
"Thanks," said Phoebe and Jason simultaneously.
"Dad, what are you doing here? I called you like 20 times this past month to invite you to dinner but I always got your machine," said Piper.
"I know. I was out of town and I just got back yesterday. So when I got your messages, I decided to just come here. I hope you have room for me," said Victor.
"Of course, we do Dad, sit right between Leo and Glenn," said Piper seating him.
They all take their seats.
"Ok, before we eat I would like to say grace," said Prue.
Everyone nodded and joined hands.
"Dear God, thank you for this wonderful food before us that we are incredibly lucky to have. God, we thank you for bringing our friends and family together on this special holiday. Thank you for letting our father come and spend Christmas Eve with us and we all thank you so much for helping Cole get better so he can come back to us in January and so he can spend Christmas with us. Amen!" said Prue.
"Ok, everyone, dig in!" announced Paige.
Two hours later everyone is done eating.
"Piper, that meal was delicious. You definitely outdid yourself," complimented Victor.
"Ok, well we have to hurry and clean up. We have to be at the club in 45 minutes," said Phoebe.
Veronica waves her hand and the table clears itself.
"All done," announced Veronica happily.
"Thanks, ok Dad, so how about coming to P3 with us for the Christmas Eve Party?" asked Prue.
"Yeah, sure, it sounds like fun," said Victor.
They all leave and head to P3.
****P3****
The club is more crowded then usual. The line to get in is around the corner. Piper is serving alcohol, and has a lot of hot food, such as Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parmaigana, and Chicken Franchese, both for a price.
"Piper, what bands did you say were playing?" Brian asked over all the noise.
"The Dave Matthews Band, No Doubt, and they brought along Ashanti, Jay-Z, and Beyonce Knowles," said Piper smiling.
"Piper, you are like the hit of the night. The line to get in is around the corner," said Leo.
Beyonce and Ashanti get on stage and sing "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas". Jay-Z and No Doubt perform "Jingle Bells".
All in all the night was a GIGANTIC SUCCESS!! All of the food was gone, tons of alcohol was served, over three thousand people were in the club total all night in 4 and a half hours. The club made at least $8,000 if not more. Everyone got home around 1 and they were so tired. Victor went home about 11 and once they got home Cole, Brian, and Veronica shimmered to the loft. Everyone else went to bed. Till' tomorrow was Christmas Day!
Author's Note: Ok, everyone we hope you liked it. Stay tuned for the next chapter, Christmas Day, written by ColeTurner4Ever.