An Early Gift
Notes: The second MirSan song fic of the series! Woot! The song is Holly Jolly Christmas. Oh well. Sango is walking in the mall thinking about what she wants for Christmas.
"Santa Claus…what would you give me if you existed?" Sango gazed at the gigantic Christmas tree in the center of the mall. She clutched her bag of gifts close and continued to admire the glorious decoration. "All I want is a man I can love…I've been good, Santa. Really I have…" She went on walking, heaving a sigh. Kagome was going to be spending the entire holiday season with her boyfriend Inu-yasha and Sango had a feeling that a proposal was soon in coming. She was as green as that tree with envy.
Have a holly jolly Christmas it's the best time of the year
I don't know if there'll be snow but have a cup of cheer
She blew her runny nose on her handkerchief but due to her sudden stop someone suddenly ran into her, both their bags' contents scattering. When she lifted up her head, her eyes were met with such a wonderful sight. Sitting on the floor beside her was a handsome man, his eyes a beautiful and rare purple and his hair black, pulled into a small pony tail at the nape of his neck. "Awe man, excuse me! I'm sorry! Let me help you!" Not a moment after speaking he began picking everything up off the floor. Sango stood, blushing and silent. "I'm glad you're okay Miss…?"
Have a holly jolly Christmas and when you walk down the street
Say hello to friends you know and everyone you meet
She told him her name and they began walking together and talking. She couldn't help but blush as he kept asking her questions about herself. She felt so much better than earlier. What surprised her most was when he suddenly asked if she was seeing any one. She simply shook her head, which made him smile. They both stopped and gazed at the children all lined up to see Santa Claus. "Someday, I want to be there when my child goes to see Santa." He murmured. She looked up at him, his expression lost in the mysterious beauty of children celebrating the holiday season by visiting that dear jolly elf. She smiled and took his hand guiding him to the line. He was quite surprised but didn't question her actions.
Oh ho the mistletoe hung where you can see
Somebody waits for you kiss her once for me
When they got to the front of the line after a bit of waiting Sango stared at Santa as if she were touched in unimaginable way. "I don't know if I should say this or not but…thank you for the early present Santa…" Miroku stared confused but the jolly man in the chair smiled. She quickly hugged Santa and left the line holding Miroku's hand still. "Here…this is my phone number. Call me, please?" He stared for a moment and smiled. He asked her if she was sure that she wanted to date him, explaining his lecherous past. She nodded and said, "I know I do because Santa heard me. I asked for someone to be with, if only the holiday season and he heard me. Well I'll be seeing you. Please do call me!" Miroku stepped back watching her walk away. When she was out of sight, he looked down at the little slip of paper in his hand.
Have a holly jolly Christmas and in case you didn't hear
Oh by golly have a holly jolly Christmas this year
He went home to his apartment, his roommates enjoying eggnog and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. He sat at his desk staring at the phone contemplating whether or not to call her. "Hey Santa…thanks for answering my letter…I'm surprised that even worked. I only sent it to appease my little sister but…" He finally picked up the phone and dialed the number, one hand on the phone, the other drumming nervously on the desk. Soon the torturous ringing ended and he was greeted by a beautiful hello.
Have a holly jolly Christmas and when you walk down the street
Say hello to friends you know and everyone you meet
"Hello? Sango speaking." She smiled happily, her caller ID having revealed the identity of her caller ahead of time. They made arrangements to meet that night at a small French bistro near his apartment. After speaking to her, he sat out in the living room and watched the famous movie of the brave little red nosed reindeer. He never liked the film too much but he slightly envied the bravery of the fictional creature. His roommates were cheerful as usual, enjoying their beverage and laughing at the most inappropriate moments during the movie. Miroku sighed, impatient for seven o' clock to come. It was only five forty-eight.
Oh ho the mistletoe hung where you can see
Somebody waits for you kiss her once for me
As soon as the clock showed seven, she grabbed her p-coat and dashed out the door. She walked through the snow, ignoring the carolers standing on the sidewalk. When she arrived at the little bistro, she found Miroku giving some money to a bell ringer dressed in the famous red and white suit. They went in together, talking as if they had known each other for years. They shared little wallet photos of family and friends, explaining whom each person was. The night was full of quiet laughter and joy, as that time of year would always have it. After words, he walked her home and stood outside her apartment holding her hands. They gave their awkward good-bye and shy, innocent kiss good night. On the way home, he stared at his cell phone's address list and came across her number. For some reason, it made him raise his arms in triumph, silently cheering himself for asking her out.
Have a holly jolly Christmas...
Oh by golly have a holly jolly Christmas this year
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