Chapter 2-
24th December 2012
Christmas eve night. It had stopped snowing, snow covered ground like a sheet of blanket. Jill and Claire had just finished setting up for there Christmas party. The house look perfect, red and green tinsel around the doors, windows and fireplace, re, green and gold tinsel hung around the tree that stood in the corner of the living room, A golden star sat on top of the tree as presents sat under it.
Jill sat by the window watching as the world go by, families outside building snowmen and creating snow angels. I miss you Chris..
"hey I was thinking that when Chris returns we could throw him a party? Or we could have a quite dinner? Or we could.. Jill.. Jill? Jill!" Claire said whilst wrapping up her last present. She looked over to where Jill was sitting and noticed that she wasn't listening to anything that was going on around her.
"huh? Sorry Claire, was somewhere else for a moment, what was you saying? " Jill said as she snapped out of her deep thought. Claire stood up grabbed an old book and walked over to Jill and sat down next to her.
"you cant keep worrying about him, he's a big boy he can take care of himself.."
Jill looked into Claire's crystal blue eyes and saw Chris every time, she smiled.
"he may be a big boy but he still needs someone to wash his clothes" Jill and Claire started laughing.
Claire opened the old book she had in her lap, it was an old family photo album, it was custom made, it was light brown in colour with fancy, old fashioned writing on the front saying 'Redfield'.
"can you believe me and Chris was this size once?" Claire pointed to a photo of the young Redfield's standing in front of a sign saying 'Welcome to Raccoon City', she pass the book to Jill.
"you both look so cute, how old were you both?"
"I was about 8 or 9 and Chris was 14"
Jill just stared at the photo for a while before having her thoughts disturbed by the door bell ringing.
Claire stood up and headed for the door whilst Jill put the book in the bookshelf next to the window.
"Leon!" Claire shouted as she threw her arms around the guy she'd trust just as much as her brother.
"Great to see you to Claire, Merry Christmas" he said whilst returning the hug she gave him, Claire wanted to stay like this forever.
"Merry Christmas Leon, it's great to see you, I see that the government has taken good care of you, you look well" Jill interrupted Claire and Leon's moment.
"Thanks Jill, they do their best. Merry Christmas" Leon laughed.
"you too" Jill Smiled.
Moments later Claire and Leon were sitting by the fireplace catching up since they last meet whilst Jill was preparing some hot drinks for them. She loved moments like this, everyone catching up about the heroic things they've done for the world. She admired Claire for everything she had been through as well, but mostly for actually being the little sister of Chris Redfield. Jill walked over to the doorway which aloud her to see where Claire and Leon were seated, they sat not to far from the fireplace with a blue chequered blanket over them both. They started laughing, which made Jill smile. You guys are very cute together.. Jill's thoughts were interrupted by the ringing of the telephone.
"Hello, Redfield Residence, Jill speaking" Jill Answered, A familiar voice was on the other end
"Hey Jill, it's great to hear your voice.."
"Chris?" Was all Jill could say, "Oh Chris, how are you? Where are you? When are you coming home? I miss you!" Jill started to shake a little, not sure weather she was cold or just relieved to hear Chris' voice.
"Wooh Jill, calm down, I'm fine, it's you I'm worried about. I just wanted to hear your voice, being out in the field isn't the same without you, I miss you" Chris added
Just hearing his voice made Jill smile uncontrollably.
"sorry, I'm just glad your safe"
"Hey, don't worry about me, I'll be home as soon as I can." Chris reassured her
"I know you will, it's just.. I want you here with me, and Claire for Christmas, she misses you"
"the only place I want to be is on the sofa with your head on my shoulder watching one of your cheesy romance movies, and tell Claire I miss her too. Listen Jill I've got to go now, but I'll call you as soon as I get the chance to. I love you so much, and always will" Chris was disappointed about having to go but he knew Jill will always wait for him.
"I love you too, See you soon" Jill hung up the phone and continued making her hot drink before joining Leon and Claire in the living room.
25th December 2012
Christmas evening, street lights lit up the street with an orange glow, it looked so peaceful. The Redfield Residence had colourful lights in the windows and on the pine tree in the front lawn. Inside however was a different story, it was lively. People having a good time singing Christmas carols and sharing special memories they've had in the past. Jill and Claire had hosted a small get together with some friends that have been there for them throughout the many years of outbreaks and nightmares. Everyone stood around with glasses of eggnog, Barry stood in the kitchen with Carlos and Leon making jokes about who's gun is bigger and who has the best combat skills and Claire and Rebecca were in the living room discussing their past relationships with Barry's two daughters Moria and Polly whilst Jill and Barry's wife Kathy talked about their husbands and married life.
"So Barry and I were at the theatre when he excused himself to get some snacks, when he came back he handed me a small bag of gummy rings, I didn't think nothing of it at first but then I picked a gold diamond ring, I looked straight at him and he whispers in my ear 'Kathy, will you marry me?' I sank into my chair! I couldn't believe it!" Kathy explained
"that's so sweet Kathy, you both have been married for such a long time now, I'm happy for you both" Jill was pleased at how 2 people have stayed together despite all the outbreaks.
"Me and Chris have been partners for 14 years, and we've only been married for nearly 2 years, but it feels longer." Jill was interrupted but Barry's entrance
"hey Kathy it's time to go,we've got a long drive ahead of us" Barry stood next to Kathy and placed his arm around her. A few moments later the Burton's were saying their goodbyes to everyone as they made their way to their SUV.
"thank you Jill for having us over, it's been great seeing you again." Kathy hugged Jill goodbye
"Merry Christmas everyone!" everyone exchanged their goodbyes.
Everyone was relaxing in front of the fire place as they were drinking their hot drinks. It was getting late and Carlos decided to call it a night as he said his goodbyes, Rebecca had fallen asleep on the sofa.
"Becca? Becca? Come on sleepy head, wake up" Jill's voice was gentle
"huh? What?" Rebecca started to slur as Jill helped her on her feet and took her upstairs into the one of the spare bedrooms. Meanwhile, Claire and Leon were in the kitchen clearing the counters.
"So Leon? are you and Angela still dating?" Claire had a cheeky grin on her face.
"not for a while now" he sounded a little relieved
"and whys that?" Claire stopped to look at him
"I guess you could say that we were too different for each other"
"oh.. well there's plenty of fish in the sea"
"couldn't of said it better myself" he winked causing Claire to slightly blush, she quickly turned to look at the clock hanging from the wall.
"11 o'clock already? It's getting later I think I might turn in for the night." Claire gave him a reassuring smile, he smiled back and watched as Claire walked past him towards the door.
"Hey Claire?" he called out making her stood at the door. He walked gracefully over to her without taking his grey orbs off her pale blue eyes. Claire's breathing increased slightly due to Leon's sudden strange behaviour. He continued to look her in the eyes as he lifted his hand and pointed towards the door frame, Mistletoe.
Before Claire could react Leon placed his gentle lips on hers and together they both melted under the white berry's that hung above them.
Jill had returned from placing Rebecca to sleep to see Leon and Claire share a passionate kiss under the mistletoe, which caused her to smile. If you could only see how happy she is Chris.. Jill thought.
The sky was clear as blossom petals began to fall down in front of the church Spring was in the air. it was quite busy inside, lots of familiar faces. A silver coloured Rolls Royce gentle came to a stop outside the great doors of the church, She gracefully climbed out the car then started to make her way towards the doors. Upon reaching them she checked herself to make sure everything was perfect, her hair had perfect curls as they curled around her face and touched her shoulders, her dress fit her slim build perfectly. She started taking in deep breathes.
"Jill? Are you ready?" a man approached her and gripping her hand in hers
"Yes dad, I love you" She kissed him gentle on his cheek. He smiled as they opened the doors a walked in. there were a lot of familiar faces, Claire, Rebecca and Sheva all wearing matching dress', light blue slim fits with a slightly darker blue ribbon tied around their waists, Carlos, Josh, and Barry were standing next the man she was about to marry. Chris Redfield.
Before she knew what was going on she was standing in front of him, both staring into each others eyes trying to figure what each other are thinking.
A few moments passed when the vicar finally spoke the words they had been waiting for.
"I know pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride"
in a split second they threw themselves at each other and shared a passionate kiss.
Jill remembered the day she became Mrs Jill Redfield, and wasn't gunna be a day she'd ever forget.
With a smile on her face and love in her heart she made her way upstairs and decided to go to bed.
She lay there facing towards the empty side on the bed were Chris usually lays, she closed her eyes wanting to dream of him tonight.
"I Love You Chris"