A/N: The Second entry for today will finally go beyond the core main 6 characters.

7: December 17th 1:00 P.M. Apartment of Aiho Yomikawa

"What are we doing decorating this big plant. Wonders Misaka Misaka confused and perplexed by the placement of the tree."

"Easy, Last Order it's called a Christmas tree and they decorate it around this time of the year."

Between Tessou and Anti-Skill and these two at home it's a wonder how my schedule of things to do becomes so crowded. At least Mr. Accelerator put himself to good use and went shopping for food needed for the party. But the always inquisitive Last Order can be a bit nerve wracking.

"Now, these glass spheres, you know that they really don't have to be placed up that high on the branches. Misaka Misaka mentioned while noting the branch strength is lacking."

"Luckily for us this one is an artificial tree so those branches can hold up all sorts of weight. Now how about you keep placing those bulbs and I'll set up the lights."

"Right away, responded Misaka Misaka wanting to get this over with as quickly as possible."

I know she can't control the whole referring to herself in the third person thing. But would it kill her not to throw the sarcasm in the mix.

As the strands became untagled and the lights went up the columns there was Last Order hapilly humming a Christmas carol to herself as each bulb went on the tree. For once in the few months both her and Accelerator have been living with me there is a sense of hope for brighter days ahead.

"Oh can you grab the ornament box from my closet when you're done?"

"Right away."

At least that time the third person narrative was kept in check. One plug in and we were in business. Once Last Order handed me the box she noticed the beauty too.

"Wow, this is really beautiful. Misaka Misaka brought up in sheer awestruck."

"I'll tell you one thing, it will look better tonight once we get the lights on the tree up."

Last Orders humbled smile was broken by the ring of the doorbell.

"I'll get it." As I went to the door wondering what help the sourpuss needed with the bags it dawned on me what I was forgetting.

"Oh yeah I need to get something for…."

Yet just as I'm about to finish that thought, the door opened and there she was.

"Oh Tessou, nice to see you around my neighborhood."

From the look on her face it seemed like I was in for an ugly surprise.

"Aiho were getting called in, you weren't answering your phone so I figured I'd stop by."

Well boy was that surprise ugly.

"I think this is my day of Tessou, besides me and her over there were thinking of going through the Christmas Village they're setting up in the center of the city."

Tessou looked at Last Order curiously while I noticed her placing more of the ornaments on the tree.

"Its not that long of a meeting and that village is near the office anyway, besides I think they have something to keep her occupied."

That did allow me to think even if it went late there would be something to keep her busy until we got done. Him on the other hand, well I know she'll have to go with me as those two alone are not the best combo.

"I've got a call to make then well get going."

His number was 5th on my speed dial and yet calling him wasn't the easiest thing. But I did end up reaching him.

"Hey, did you get everything…, OK, they called me into work. No, No I'll take her with me, just stay out of trouble, we should be back by 5:30."

With that Tessou saw me hang up and I noticed Ms. Order finishing the job she was doing.

"And it's done, announces Misaka Misaka taking pride in herself."

The two of us looked on actually impressed by the tree, for someone who never celebrated Christmas before she sure knew how to make it bright.

"Nice going."

Rubbing her hair in confidence allowed me to slip her jacket on her.

"Hey what's going on, Misaka Misaka asks confused by the jacket getting put on her for no reason."

"There's actually something really interesting in the center of the city I want to show you."

Without so much as a word from her she was dressed and ready to go. The walk into the city was of course cold but it was full of wonder and of course tomorrow the 17 day celebration begins, and well end up having to provide security detail for the tree lighting. Thankfully a Christmas Village was set up nearby Anti-Skill offices so I can leave her alone for a bit.

As the three of us came on the outskirts of the village, we noticed the crowds of families heading in and out of the rows of trees lights and petting zoo animals. Quite adorable, especially to Last Order who looked like she could rush over and pet them to death.

"How are those cute little sheep handling the cold?"

"I'm sure there's a heating unit in those barns Tessou."

The walk through the light show ended up leading to a make your own gift area, loads of young kids with crafts and supervisors, an open table came into view and I sat down with Lo trying to get her started on something.

"Hey can you do a favor for me?"

"What exactly is this favor asks…" I covered her mouth trying to get her quiet, she got the hint and calmed down.

"Well, I figured you could use this time to make Christmas gifts, you do have 4 you need to give."

Tessou looked at the varieties of gifts being made by the young kids. While at the same time I led Lo in the instructions of making one of the gifts, she got it quickly enough and went to work.

As Tessou motioned me that we had to get going I could tell she was really getting into the action.

"Last Order, we have a meeting at Anti-Skill across the street from the village, we should be back in half an hour."

"Okay, but hurry back I want to give big sister her gift right away. Mentions Misaka Misaka wanting to see the look on her face."

Tessou and I walked out and quickly headed across the street. As we walked in I gave one last look at the action across the street in the village square.

"Sure hope this doesn't take a while."

"Aiho hurry up were late."

That led us inside.

Of course a short meeting always ends up going over schedule and we got out 45 minutes later than scheduled.

"So do you think shes still in the craft area?"

Tessou did bring up my fear and we rushed straight through the village. Of course there was still another 15 minutes before the gift section closed but my mid was racing.

"Oh No."

For the life of me we couldn't see her. I know for sure Accelerator wouldn't be by here to pick her up so the worst fears raced through me.

"Crud, shes a clone I can't even."

"Ms. Tessou, Aiho I'm all done. Misaka Misaka yells from behind them wanting to surprise them."

Surprise she did, we ended up dropping to our feet.

"Oh you guys are hilarious, Misaka Misaka mentions waiting to help them up."

As she got us up Lo was carrying a bag and I could tell based on the tissue paper it was from here.

"You said you're finished?"

"Oh yes, four gifts like you told me, one for Accelerator, yours, big sisters, and I even made this for Ms. Tessou since she came with us today. Misaka Misaka brings up while handing Tessou her bag."

Tessou smiled nodded at her and Lo nodded back.

"Come on guys lets get back, I'm sure Accelerator is wondering where we are."

As the three of us left the Santa in the background smiled and waved, we did too and turned our discussion to the meeting.

"All were doing is providing security for the tree lighting. Why does that warrant that long of a meeting."

"Frankly after all the troubles this year with Skill out and level uppers I was looking forward to a nice quiet holiday season."

Lo noticed us talking back and forth but I'm glad she didn't question it. Even if we had a threat on the city I'm not missing out on this Christmas for anything.

Looking at Lo and that beautiful face of hers.

"Especially with you three."

A/N: Hopefully this 2 chapters motiff will continue for the rest of the week.