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A month had passed since Ichi and Scott had gotten inevitably closer, the bond they shared strengthened everyday; Scott became more of a gentleman with her guidance, and Ichi softened, smiling and laughing much more with every little thing he did to please her like buying her flowers or chocolates(from money Ichi had given him as a sort of..allowance to give him more freedom as a guest) which he did quite frequently. Christmas had also quickly approached; the two of them had decorated probably the most beautiful tree anyone had ever seen. (mainly because Ichi was actually able to put the star on top with Scott's help.) They enjoyed each other and they were happy.

Ichi woke with a jolt, she knew what day today was. Quickly slipping on her slippers and her robe, she darted from her room to Scott's, diving onto his bed as she entered.

"Good morning~" She sang as she smiled, hovering overtop of him.

Scott was deeply asleep as she jumped on him, slowly he awoke to a bright beaming smile, two inches from his face.

"Whaa--?" He yawned, rubbing his eyes.

"It's Christmas!" she shouted, getting up from Scott's bed. She left his room and ran back to her own to change. Ichi left her room in a lovely dark green dress to start on breakfast, and to put dinner in the oven.

"Oh yeaaah.." Scott slowly sat up and ran his fingers through his hair, gathering up some clothing as he headed towards the bathroom. He filled the tub and sank in, washing up before he presented himself to the morning meal.

Downstairs Ichi prepared French toast and eggs, as well as some egg nog and started on Christmas dinner. Once Scott appeared in the kitchen she had him set out breakfast on the richly decorated table and the two of them ate. Ichi ate rather quickly; the thought of Christmas gifts clouded her mind.

Scott ate slowly and looked up, "Excited?" he chuckled as he watched the blonde inhale her food.

"Mhmmm" She nodded furiously, chewing a bite of egg. "I haven't gotten to celebrate Christmas with anyone for a while. It's nice." She choked out as she swallowed. He laughed slightly and finished his breakfast. Scott took their plates and dropped them off in the skin before stoking the fire back in the parlor. Ichi met him soon after and plopped down on the couch. Her eyes traveled all around the base of the tree. There were so many brightly colored boxes, ribbons, and metallic wrappings just waiting to be opened.

"Can we open them now?" She asked giddily bouncing in her seat.

"One" he chuckled, "Just one for the morning, then the rest later, OK dear?"

"Fine..." She pouted as she went to the tree. She picked up a box and handed it slowly to Scott. "This is from me."

"Ohh I wonder what it is" he said as he shook it.

Ichi watched in horror as he shook her delicate gift. "Don't shake it!" she shouted. Taking it from him she set it on the coffee table and instructed him to open it slowly.

"O-ok" he said startled, thinking what could be in it. He slowly untied the bow and lifted the colored top of the box. "CHIRP!" Scott leaped back up onto the sofa in shock.

Ichi smiled and picked up a small, grey ball of fluff out of the box. It poked up it's head and stood up in her palm. "I got you a pet." she chimed.

"I-I see" he said as he stared at the small bird in her hand. He gently stuck out a finger and rubbed its head. The bird chirped happily and nuzzled against his finger.

"I got her the other day. She's been living in my bedroom until I put her in the box an hour ago." she continued "I hope you didn't give her brain damage shaking the box like that..." Ichi said sadly, cupping the bird in her hands.

"I didn't mean to" he gasped. "Can I see her?" he held out his palms as Ichi gently placed the small chick in his hand.

"So what are you gonna name her?" She questioned, eyeing the Christmas tree for a gift addressed to her.

"Hmm, I don't know yet" he said rubbing the chicks head. "Oh!" he exclaimed remembering her gift. He slowly placed the chick on his head to free his hands and found a small gift with her name on it. He handed the red box to Ichi and picked the chick back up in his hands. "Well, open it" he beamed.

Ichi ripped open the box as quickly as her small hands would allow. "ohhh.." opening the package she pulled out a small ribbon. It was a rich emerald color and felt like silk. The ends were t ipped in a fine silk lace and it was mounted on a silver hair pin. Her eyes widened as she clipped it into a lock of her hair. "How does it look?" she smiled, blushing slightly.

"It looks really...nice" he blushed. He slowly scooted over and placed his arm around her. "So what are our plans for today?" he questioned, admiring her new bow.

Ichi giggled softly and cuddled against Scott. "Well, nothing much. There's lots of snow outside, and it'll be a few hours before dinner is ready." she finished, petting the chicks head gently.

"A few hours eh?" he asked, " I heard Bass'kin lake froze over, you..uhh..want to go ice skating?" he asked as he laid his head back.

Ichi smiled at his suggestion and darted back to the tree. She picked up a medium sized box and handed it to Scott. "If we go ice skating, then you'll need this!"

He took the box, "Let me guess" he smiled and opened the box and pulled out a pair black ice skates with silver laces. "Just what I needed" he chuckled. He stood up and placed the chick on the table to go get ready. "Umm where are we going to put her?" he asked nodding towards the small bird hopping up and down on the table.

"Oh I have her cage in my room." she picked up the giddy bird and carried her up into her bedroom. A few moments later she emerged with a small house-shaped silver cage. The bottom was lined with nesting material and shredded newspaper. The baby nestled into a pile of nesting she had shuffled around and fell asleep as Ichi placed the cage on the coffee table.

"I'm going to go get ready." Ichi stated, heading upstairs.

"Ok dear" Scott replied as he sat there and watched the little bird sleep. He got up and and retrieved his heavy jacket from the closet and put it on. Along with a black winter hat and fit it snuggly on his head, finally he slipped on a pair of black gloves over his fingers. Once he was dressed he sat back down on the couch and waited for the girl to return.

"I'm ready~" A voiced called from behind him. Scott smiled and turned to Ichi, who was dressed in a light blue peacoat, thick winter stockings, a calf length dress, and thick brown boots. She pulled a pair of black gloves from her pockets and placed her ear muffs over her head.

Scott nodded and opened the door to the outside. A cold blast of air blew in as the two made their way outside. Scott took her hand and closed the door behind them.