Onboard a Hooligan ship inside an empty storage bay a young Jet was setting up a small Christmas Tree and placing parcels underneath. Bean was helping him put ornaments on the tree when "What in the Fires of Flame Core ya'll think you're doing?". Fang was marching over to them. Jet shrugged "We're just…Uh…Have you heard of Christmas?" "What?" "Well, it's a celebration we have once a year on Mobius where everyone gets presents for each other. So, me and Bean made this tree, and we got gifts for everyone". Bean watched Fang pick up one of the presents and then throw it aside "It was Jet's idea" "Uh, huh". Jet held up a brown bag with Fang's name on it "This one's for you". Fang hit it out of Jet's hand "Don't come at me with no damn gifts. What a Hooligan gets, he works for. We ain't about no damn handouts". Jet looked timidly down at the floor "It's more like a sign of appreciation" "That sounds more like sentiment, boy. That may be okay for you mushy Mobian types, but out here in the cold rigors of space, it's what'll get you killed". He then pointed angrily at Bean "And you, you ought to know better". He kicked the tree "Now get this crap out of here. If ain't gone before I get back you're both gonna be cleaning the latrines for the rest of the damn year" he gave the tree another kick and stormed off.

In the present on Ixis, Bean had just told the story to the other Rogues "And that's how Fang ruined Christmas forever" "That's so sad" Belle said. Storm however was laughing "I like the part where Fang kicked over the tree". He laughed harder until he noticed Lien-Da shaking her head at him. Once there was silence Bean continued "Anyways, I just saw on the Multi-calendar that right now on Mobius it's almost Christmas time. So, yeah, it kinds of brings back some memories" "Is that why Razor left?" Storm asked. Lien-Da closed her eyes to try and hide her frustrations "Hexians don't have Christmas, Storm" "But Razor can fly and he's really old. Maybe he's actually been Santa this whole time and had to leave to deliver the presents". Bean shrugged "He's got a point" "No he doesn't". Lien-Da was very quickly growing to hate this holiday "Fang had a point. Ever since buying Ixis we don't have time for trivialities like Christmas. This place needs a lot of fixing up before it's liveable". They all looked down at the town square. It was a lot brighter and clean than when it was owned by Null. Although most of the buildings were now barren as the mining operation had been shut down. "We should probably get to work" Bean said. He and Lien-Da left together. Belle was still frowning "That was such a heartbreaking story" "I know. I hate stories where everybody lives" Storm said. Belle looked down at the square and saw Jet signing for some delivered cargo. Nearby Wave was standing next to a robotic Mobani dog. It's yellow eyes were glowing and two metal panels were hovering above them. They moved towards one of the walls but crashed into each other "Muttski, what use is telekinesis if you can't even aim" "You want to do it? Do it" "Just concentrate, you stupid mutt".

Muttski barked and the panels fell onto the ground. Wave shook her head "What?" "I refuse to do any work while you demean me" "Alright, I'm sorry. Chill out". Muttski's tail wagged "Also, I want one of those delicious treats in that bag". Wave rolls her eyes and throws Muttski a dog biscuit. Jet meanwhile finished with the cargo and walked down the square. A male, green duck ran over to him carrying a guitar "Hey, Jet" "Oh, hi, Ruwanga" "My bandmates have been mastering these old Mobius instruments and working on a little ditty and I thought you might be able to help us out as it's about one of your Mobian traditions. Christmas". Jet crossed his arms looking hesitant "Okay" "Everything I know about Christmas, I learned from Wave, who learned from Muttski, who learned from Bean, who learned from you. So, I thought I might just take it back to the source and make sure I understand it all correctly. This is after all, a historical document". Jet didn't look enthusiastic but nodded "Sure, yeah". Ruwanga eagerly began playing his guitar "Out on the third planet closest to the sun. There's a special celebration. And it sounds quite fun. A jolly old fellow brings toys to everyone. On a holiday they call Christmas". Jet gave a fake smile "That's perfect. Good job". He turned to leave but "Now I'm not gonna lie…" "Oh, there's more" "It makes no sense to me. But here's what Mobians told me. About this Christmas mystery". Jet sighed "I'm super busy, is this a long song". To answer his question the rest of Ruwanga's band started to play.

Santa is a furry freak

With epic super powers

He flies to every Mobian home

In under fourteen hours

(A crowd of confused people began to surround the band)

He's a master burglar

Jet- No

A pro at picking locks

Jet- No

If you don't leave milk and cookies out

He will put dung in your socks

Jet- That is not part of the lore at all

If you act nicely through the night

And don't jump on your bed

(Chaos had began dancing to the music)

Santa comes with sugar plums

And hurls them at your head

(A few people began covering their ears)

But if you're on his naughty list

He shoots missiles at your toes

He might just roast your chestnuts

With his powerful flamethrower

Jet- WHAT! He doesn't have a flamethrower

Rein, rein, rein, rein, rein

(Ruwanga's arm spins all the way around impressing Jet)

Deer, deer, deer, deer, deer

(A confused woman in the crowd tries to recreate the action but couldn't)

I don't know what Christmas is

But Christmastime is here

He's compelled his creepy elves

To do his every wish

(Another woman looked horrified at this)

One sought to be a dentist

Now he's sleeping with the fish

Mrs. Claus, she works the pole

(Jet's eyes widen)

Plans her man's demise

Jet- NO!

Soon the elves will all rise up

And stab out Santa's eyes

Chaos- I AM CHAOS!

Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho

Mobians are so weird

Jet- Yeah, that's true

I don't know what Christmas is

But Christmastime is here

Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho

Mobians are so weird

I don't know what Christmas is

(Jet put his hands on his hips impatiently)

But Christmastime is here

What the heck's a turtle dove

And who lit up that deer?

I don't know what Christmas is

But Christmastime is here

I don't know what Christmas is

But Christmastime is here

Or maybe it's there

Or it's somewhere

I don't know, I don't know

Jet stared at them "You just got these instruments?" "Thank you, Ixis!" Ruwanga yelled at the crowd who were very slowly clapping. Jet shook his head and walked away. "He loved it, guys!" Ruwanga told the band. Belle and Storm watched Jet from the higher level "It sounds like Christmas is a wonderful time and Fang ruined it for Jet. I feel like we should do something" "Why?" "Because, you know, my secret. The one only you know". Storm stared at her "That you ate all the food in the commissary last week?" "No, the other one" "That you're Jet's sister". Belle slowly nodded looking ashamed. Storm shrugged "Why don't you just tell people the truth" "Jet's father. Our father killed his mother and tried to kill him. I don't want him to be reminded of that every time he sees me". Storm rolled his eyes "No, I'm talking about the food" "Oh, I don't think anyone cares about that but you". She turned away and started pacing "I feel like because I am his sister I should give Jet a happy Christmas. He's so sad about Fiona being gone. Maybe if we gave Jet a really wonderful Christmas gift, it would make him happy" "You could also give him the food except you ate it all" "GET OVER THE FOOD!" Belle yelled in sudden aggression. Storm shrugged "Fine. What kind of gift" "Something that he will never forget. Something special". Storm's eyes widened as he had an idea "What about someone special" "What?" "Over the years Jet has talked about one person more than any other. A legendary hero who has saved countless lives. We could give him to Jet as a present".

On Mobius, Luke Periwinkle gets out of his car with a handful of gift bags. He answers his phone "Hi, honey, I can't wait for you guys to get back from Station Square" "Did you get the stuff" "Yeah, I got all the presents. Perfect family Christmas".

Belle flew the Kishio towards Mobius. She and Storm watches the planet getting closer "Wow". They flew above Studiopolis looking at houses "I wonder which one belongs to Luke Periwinkle". She looked down and saw dozens of bystanders staring up at them in terror "Storm, can they see us?" "Um…" "You put the cloaking device on, right?" "Yes". Storm as subtly as possible flipped a switch on the console "I can clearly see you" Belle said. Storm looked guilty "No you can't" "I wish I brought Chaos". She landed them on top of a small mountain "We'll go down and ask people where we can find Luke Periwinkle" "Do you think he's the leader of the world or just most people" "I think everybody". Storm grinned "I'm so excited".

The two walked through the city street until they were in front of the Chun-Nan theatre, fully repaired. It was identical to before except now there was a small memorial plaque about the bombing years ago. A few people stared at Belle's strange appearance, but most thought she was one of the costumed performers. Belle noticed one, a Hedgehog with dyed black and red fur "Shadow!". She laughs and jumps on the hedgehog, hugging him. The scared hedgehog pushed her off and ran away. Belle frowned "Why's he running away" "Isn't he dead?" Storm asked. He looked around and saw another performer dressed in red and blue overalls "HEY!". He marches forward but Belle stops him "NO! I'm sorry. A plumber killed his cousin" "I'll rip your head off!" "Storm, stop being a bigot". It wasn't long before people started asking the two for pictures. At first, they weren't very happy about this until they saw the money they were making. They especially made a lot when a group of woman on a bachelorette party kept wanting pictures with Storm.

By nighttime Belle had a handful of ring pods. She and Storm walked down a side street towards a bar. Belle looks at the gorilla bouncer "Is Luke Periwinkle in here?". The bouncer stared at her and then shrugged. Belle smiled and led Storm inside. The two made their way through the dark, crowded dancefloor until they made it to the bar. Belle put down all the rings "Give us your finest libations". The human bartender enthusiastically poured them both a drink. Belle took sip then asked "Have you seen Luke Periwinkle" "Why would I know that?". Belle frowned and then gulped down the rest of her drink. Her eyes filled with tears "More" she ordered. After a few more shots Belle screamed out and ran onto the dance floor. A male ocelot approached the now alone Storm "You wanna dance" "Dancing is for people who are pathetic". The ocelot laughed "How about a drink then?" "YES!".

Two hours later Storm and Belle were sitting outside the bar on the pavement. Storm now had a Santa hat on and Belle was wearing sunglasses. She was leaning her head on Storm's shoulder "I can't believe not a single of our new homies knew where Luke Periwinkle is. There are tens of thousands of people on this planet, and we don't even know what he looks like" "I know where he is". They both turned and saw a middle-aged female monkey. She comes over and hands them a Map to the Stars Homes "That's 40 Rings". Belle checked her pocket "Uh oh. I don't know where my money is". The woman pulled the map back but Belle grabbed her wrist "Give it to me for free" her nose glowed. The woman gave her the map.

Luke was happily watching a movie in the living room of his luxury home when a tablet sized monitor on the table next to him vibrated. Luke was confused and picked it up. The screen showed Belle and Storm's faces far too close to a camera outside "Can I help you?". Belle gasped excitedly "Yes. We are looking for the legendary Luke Periwinkle" "We're looking for the legendary Luke Periwinkle" Storm repeated. Belle looked back at him annoyed "I just said that, Storm?" "Your voice is small and mousy. I think maybe he didn't hear you" "Of course he heard. He's Luke Periwinkle. He's probably got great ears". Luke smiled politely "I'm sorry, guys. I can't help you" he hung up.

Belle kept tapping the button "Hello? Hello? HELLO!?". No answer. She scowled and looked back at Storm "Look what you did. You acted weird and you made him not want to talk to us" "I'm sorry". They both looked at the gate to the house "Do you think you can toss me over the-". Storm grabbed Belle and threw her effortlessly over the gate. Belle hit the ground "OW! What're you doing? I wasn't ready" "Toss you over the gate. Don't toss you over the gate. Make up your mind". He rolls his eyes and then leaps over the gate. They both walk through the garden of Christmas decorations "Look!" Storm said. He ran over to an inflatable elf "I want this funny man". Belle smiled and took a large candy cane. They both approached the door "Luke Periwinkle! Luke Periwinkle!". A small screen showed Luke "Okay, guys, I don't know what you're thinking, but this is not cool. This is private property. Now kindly put down my stuff and go. I'm gonna call the police if you don't leave now".

Luke took out his phone but before he could do anything Storm charged through the door. Luke screamed and backed away, but Storm smiled "You're coming with us. You're a Christmas present". Luke legged it through the house while on his phone "Help! There's two maniacs in costumes!". Belle screeches and leaps athletically from the columns of the house to chase him. Luke runs out his back garden. Belle gave chase but "Wait!" "What?" "I left my funny man in the house". Belle stared at him in disbelief "Storm, Luke Periwinkle's getting away" "But you still have your swirly red and white curly man" "HOW CAN YOU POSSIBLY THINK THIS IS A MAN!?". Storm looked at the candy cane "It's not? What is it?" "I don't. A shape?" "Well, how is it fair you get to keep your thing, and I don't?". Belle sighed and stepped closer to him "Storm, do you love Jet" "Yeah" "Do you want him to have a great Christmas or do you want a little funny man?". Storm stared at her looking conflicted "Uh…A little funny man" "NO!". Belle runs away and Storm reluctantly follows.

Luke ran down a long street as three police cars drive towards him. He holds up his hands "You gotta get these things away from me!" "Hello". Belle and Storm happily waved at the police. They all got out of their cars and raised their guns "Back off or we'll shoot! Raise your hands above your head". Belle moved out of the way as Storm kept walking "Stop!" one of the police ordered. Storm kept going so they opened fire. Storm laughed as the bullets hit him. He fell on his side and laughed harder "Stop. It tickles. Stop. I'm gonna pee my pants". Belle drops down from nowhere and uses her candy cane to hit the gun out of one policewoman's hand. She touches her face "Sleep". Belle dodges the fire from another one before knocking him out too. She easily begins to overpower each one before they can get a shot off and soon, they were all knocked out. Another police car comes from the other end of the road. Storm fearlessly gets in its way. He grabs the front of the car and flips it over. Storm laughed triumphantly but Belle glared at him "Storm! You can't just kill people" "Well, how am I supposed to know the rules if no one tells me?". Belle walks over to the car and looks inside. She was happy to see that the occupants were unharmed "Sorry. We're not actually doing anything wrong. We are just taking the legendary hero, Luke Periwinkle, to give him as a present to a friend who is sad about Christmas" "Okay" the beaver police said. Belle smiled and put the candy cane through the window "Here. I really wanted this but we're even now, okay?". The police fearfully nodded "Sure".

Luke was crawling under a chain-link fence but by the time he made it to the other side Belle and Storm were already waiting. He tries to run but Belle touches his face "You would love to come with us". Luke froze for a second and then smiled "Hey, where are we going?" "First, there" Storm said pointing at a shop full of Christmas decorations.

The Kishio was back in space. The three were on the bridge surrounded on every side by Christmas stuff. Luke was staring out the window in awe. Belle and Storm were both wearing tacky Christmas sweaters "Do you know the Chao of Space?" Belle asked. Luke nodded "Oh, yeah, my buddy, Tomoko owned the ones they filmed with. Nice little guys". Storm grinned "Tell us, what was it like when you had to save a small town". Luke needed a moment to get what he meant "Oh, that was just a character I played in the movie Underground". Belle's smile vanished "What? But what about when you fought and defeated the serial killer, Trogg". Luke shook his head "No, that was a movie. And I didn't defeat Trogg. I was stabbed through the neck with his sword". Storm laughed but Belle was now staring at Luke in horror "HE'S AN ACTOR". Storm's smile disappeared "But actors are repugnant". Belle gagged "They make me feel gross and creepy when they pretend to be someone else". Luke just chuckles "No. Acting is a wonderful profession. I mean you don't get to live just one life, you get to live so many-". Storm groaned "We got Jet the worst gift ever. A disgusting actor!" "This is the worst day of my life!" "We ruined Christmas worse than Fang". Belle touches Luke's head "Jet left Mobius when he was a child. He doesn't remember you right. You have to pretend to be an actual hero or else Christmas is doomed. Be the version of Luke Periwinkle that doesn't suck". Luke laughed "You know, it's weird. Normally that would really piss me off, but right now for some reason I just feel great about everything". He grinned at Storm who glared at him with disgust "We hate you".

Jet was eating alone in his room when he hears a noise outside. He looks up to the window and sees a startled Chaos staring at him before running away. He then heard music playing. He slowly got up and walked outside. The music echoed through the dark city. He heard another noise, and he had to cover his eyes from the sudden light. After a few moments where his vision adjusted he looked around. All the building were covered in lines of colourful Christmas lights. Then to his astonishment, white snow like flakes began to fall around him. Belle revealed herself from behind a barrel. Her face was lit up. Jet stared at her amazed "Belle, what is this?" "Come on". She led him to the main square which was covered all around in all kinds of decorations "Merry Christmas, Jet. From me, Storm, Lien, Wave, Chaos, and well…". The citizens of Ixis all began to come out the buildings "All of us, really". Storm comes out looking excited "What'd you think?". Jet had a huge smile on his face, he couldn't put his feelings to words so he simply patted Storm on the back. A spotlight then shined at the centre of the square where a large coffin sized present was being wheeled over by Chaos "Oh, you guys" Jet said. He approaches the present which suddenly wobbles. Jet's smile slowly faded from his face. It turns to absolute horror when he hears "Hey, uh, guys, I'm about to pass out. There's no air in here". Jet looks back at Belle who was still grinning. Jet ran to the present and tore it open. Luke jumped out "Ta-Da! You must be Jet. Merry Christmas!". Storm laughed and hit Jet on the back "It's Luke Periwinkle. He's not a loser. He's great. We don't hate him at all". Jet looked back at Belle "What did you do?" "What?" "What did you do!?".

Belle looked confused "We got you Luke Periwinkle as a present" "You got me a Mobian as a present?". Wave nodded as if it was obvious "What better gift for the guy who has everything than an actual living Mobian person?" "This isn't a Christmas gift. This is Mobian trafficking!" "YES!" Storm said happily. Belle frowned "It was mostly Storm's idea" "It was". Luke put a hand on Jet's shoulder "Hey, Jet, I got to stick up for these guys, because to tell you the truth, I am totally stoked about the whole thing, man". Jet narrowed his eyes "You used your powers on him, didn't you" "Maybe" "GET LUKE PERIWINKLE OUT OF THE TRANCE!". Belle timidly walks up to Luke and touches his head "Show us what you really are". Luke's smile vanishes and he slowly looks around. He screams at the sight of Chaos. Jet gives an understanding nod. Wave steps forward "Dude, calm down. We're not gonna hurt you". Luke points at her fearfully "That's a talking Flicky". Wave in an instant lunges at Luke but Chaos is just able to catch her and hold her back "I'LL KILL YOU. DON'T EVER CALL ME THAT!". Luke staggers back, Lien-Da's arm turns into a cannon and she points it at him. "Whoa!" Jet said getting between Lien-Da and Luke "Put it down". He turns to Luke and holds him steady "Sir, sir. Just calm down! Bean, prepare the ship for his transport back to Mobius" "Aye, Captain" "Mr Periwinkle, I am so sorry. This is really embarrassing. I know you're worried sick and your family is, too. We're gonna get you back home immediately". Chaos shook his head and shrugged "I am Chaos". Jet scoffed "Oh, you thought it was a bad idea, huh?" "I am Chaos" "I just saw you wheel him out!". He looked back to Luke "I'm gonna let you go, okay. Don't run". Luke nodded "Okay" "You're not gonna run?" "No". Jet let him go and Luke ran for it. Jet closed his eyes and sighed "Go get Luke Periwinkle". Lien-Da took out a knife "I've got it" "Don't kill him" "You can't outrun me, Periwinkle!".

Later Bean was leading the calmer Luke through the ship "Hey, that man was made out of water" "Oh, Chaos? He's just a kid. Sorry about all this stuff". Bean started up the ship "I know this is all a bit of a shock but it's only cause you mean a great deal to Jet that they've done it. Jet didn't have much growing up but one thing he did love was telling us all stories about you". Luke looked take a back "Me?" "You saved a whole town by dancing. Jet saved the whole galaxy with dancing. For real. You taught him how to be a hero, and now he might just be the greatest hero alive". He sits down about to take off but then stops. He looks up at Luke "Belle and those dopes, they were just hoping you'd bring the joy of Christmas back into his heart is all". Luke's expression softens and his phone rings. He sees it's from his wife "How on Mobius do you get reception here" "We have a couple of satellite dishes. Will get you anything within about 400 million light-years. Luke was surprised but quickly answered "Hi, Honey" "Hey, are you home?" "Uh, not yet. I'm just helping out some friends" "Okay. We're about an hour away. Do you think you'll be back by then?". Luke paused and them smiled "Uh, actually I might be a little late. I have to do something. I'll explain when I get back". His eyes darted around the ship and he smiled "Tell the kids they're in for a surprise".

Luke was now back in the town square playing a guitar with Ruwanga and his band. Jet, the Rogues and the rest of the crowd watched as Luke sung "Christmas 'round the corner (Hey!). The lights all on display (Ho!). A message from the big man warning of a grave delay (Uh oh). Santa needs our help right now so what are we gonna do? (What are we gonna do?) Who's as fast as old Saint Nick? Well, I think you know who (who)". Storm stood completely still. Jet put a hand around Belle and the two rocked back and forth to the music. Lien-Da was doing a strange, rigid sway that could be considered dancing.

Jet handed a wrapped parcel to Chaos. He tore it open revealing a Sega Game Gear. Chaos jumped up and down excitedly. Lien-Da dropped a large parcel in front of Wave. She looked surprised but started to open it. It was the Omega battle suit "Maria's suit?" Wave said in disbelief. Lien-Da looked away "Merry Christmas" she whispered. Muttski ran over to Bean and dropped a half-mutilated Micky. He then waited expectantly. Bean looked disgusted but patted Muttski on the head. Storm meanwhile was yelling happily as Belle had gotten him the inflatable elf he left behind on Mobius. He hugged the elf and then Belle. Then everyone lined up because Chaos had a handful of parcels. They were all poorly dioramas. Belle got one of the conversation she, Storm, Bean and Lien-Da had on the balcony earlier that day. Jet got one of Storm and Belle chasing the screaming Luke. Storm got one of him flipping the police car. Lien-Da got the scene of Luke breaking out of the parcel. Bean was laughing at his which was of himself holding the diorama.

Once the party was over Luke bashfully hugged Jet. The others joined the hug. Luke laughed "Love you, guys" "We love you, Luke Periwinkle" Muttski said. They all waved and said their goodbyes "I'll see you at Easter" Luke joked as he and Bean boarded the ship. Lien-Da gave a nod "Wow. I guess all actors aren't complete pieces of shit".

Jet and Belle stood up at the balcony looking down at all the lights "I can't believe you guys did all this for me. Why?". Belle frowned "Bean told us the story about how Fang ruined Christmas. So, we wanted to save it for you". Jet stares at her and slowly laughs "I'm not sure Bean knows how that story ended".

In the past Fang entered the storage bay "Boy, those things better all be gone". Jet wasn't there but the decorations were all taken down. What was left was now in the bin. Fang sees that at the top of the rubbish was the parcel with his name on it. He hesitantly took it out, looked around to make sure he was alone and then unwrapped it. Inside was a small toy Dark Chao. Fang starts to chuckle.

A young Jet walked into his room and was surprised to see a parcel on his bed labelled with "To Jet, from Fang". Jet opened it and inside were his razor fans, his board and his goggles.

In the present Belle smiled "That is so sweet" "Yeah, that's Fang". Belle smile slowly vanished and she suddenly looked scared "Jet, I had another reason for doing this. I…Well… I'm…". Jet looked concerned now "What?" "Your father, Jet. He…He was my father, too" a tear falls down her cheek. Jet stared at her "Wait…Does that make you my sister?". Belle nodded "Yes" "Belle, that's the greatest Christmas gift I could ever get" he smiled. Belle's eyes widened and she started to cry. Jet pulled her into a hug "Merry Christmas, Belle" "Merry Christmas, Jet".

Back in the past Fang sat in the cockpit of the ship with the toy Chao resting on the console. Jet appeared and sat next to him wearing his goggles. Fang grinned and ruffled Jet's head. Fang then started up the ship and Jet held up his arms as he was thrown back into his seat by the sudden speed.

MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLDIAYS