#I love that they both saw Christmas cat overalls and decided they had to send me a photo

[sophisticatedswifts]

Sometimes I think about the day in 2022 when my best friend and my mom randomly texted me these photos of Christmas cat overalls about an hour apart from different stores in different cities. I thought my phone glitched at first and had sent the same picture again but then I realized it was from a different person.

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Happy holidays! I wanted to celebrate some of the people I love for inspiring me and filling my life with so much light. Every single one of you has made my year so special and I appreciate you all so much. Thank you for every conversation, for every laugh, for blessing my life with your presence. Any act of kindness is permanently stored in this tiny brain forever! To everyone, I wish you all a very happy holiday! PART ONE.

DELTA, @deltslea

You know me, I get super cheesy whenever I’m writing sentimental letters. The first part of your gift is your actual Christmas gifts and the second part of your gift is what I got you for your birthday, since I didn’t get the chance to give you them when it was your birthday! I hope you don’t mind the two for one, but I hope you and your family are having a happy and cozy holiday. I hope you find joy in these gifts, because you’re such a sweet soul and deserve to be treated that way. You’re a total blessing to the Bayview community. Your personality shines and you bring so much happiness to the world. Thank you for everything and for going out of your way to make this town such a home for everyone. You always lift others up when they’re feeling down, you’re a total gem. You are so appreciated. Also, congrats for everything you did this past year! You did so much and all the hard work didn’t go unnoticed. You should be so proud of yourself for everything you accomplished. I hope all of your wildest dreams come true. Remember that you can do anything you put your mind to, I’m so excited for what the next year has to offer for you. I hope you have a Merry Christmas and a happy new year! 

Let’s get started on why I got you each gift. The first gift are mini rings that reminded me of your song Wings. I really love the lyrics of that song, so I got something that kind of showed my appreciation for it! I got you a cute backpack that you can take on your travels, wherever that may be next. I know the town goes on trips throughout the year, so I thought it would be something that would be useful to you! The next gift is more of a funny gift since it has a cat playing the piano. Who doesn’t love a good cat mug, you know? I hope it brings a smile to your face whenever you use it! The next gift is a little bit of a big one, but you worked so hard this year on The Voice, on your singles, on your Christmas albums, on everything. I rented out a tiny house for you for three days, so you can sit back and relax. Now since there’s a town trip coming up and there’s the trip up to Snow Tracks, you don’t have to take the mini vacation to the tiny home right away. You can let them know when you’d like to take your trip and they’ll book you for it! You can bring a friend or your love or you can just go by yourself. Whatever you decide is up to you since it’s your gift! Another one of these gifts is also related to self care and relaxing. I got you some incense sticks that you can use whenever you need to. The scent is Christmas Kiss since you’re now dubbed (by me) as the Christmas Queen. This next gift is something we’ve talked about. Remember the heart in the glass? I thought it’d be cool if we tried to actually recreate one. Zach was really sweet with connecting me to people who would know where to get everything to make it. Some of it comes with Christmas related tools, but the basics we need to make the heart glass are all there! The last part of your Christmas gift is a candle that’s called Soul Sister. From the day we met, I thought our similarities were uncanny and funny. It’s crazy how met here in town and it was like you were my sister from then on. The gingerbread incident solidified that even more!

Now for your belated birthday gifts, I got you a nail polish set that’s called When In Romance which sounds fitting for a woman in love. The set comes with six polishes, along with some nail stickers. The next gift is related to memories. You’re someone I know who always makes the best of any situation, so I thought getting you a Polaroid camera would be something fun. You can take it on trips, around town, or keep it at home for whenever you feel the need to capture something on film forever. The next gift is related to self care and looking after yourself. It’s a calming clay mask that you can do whenever you want to sit down and relax. The next gift is a set of small and dainty jewelry. I was strolling around some shops in town and I saw these displayed. The collection is called Twin Soul, which I thought was very fitting for us! Another thing I got you is just a fun game. It’s meant for kids, but it looked like it could fun for adults as well. I know you’ve got some kids in your family, so you can break it out whenever they’re in town! I got you some knee high cat socks ‘cause everyone loves socks! Plus the cats are an added bonus. Another cozy gift I got you is this soft throw blanket that should cure your coldness from the harsh winter nights. You can cozy up next to a fire or a candle with a book and be warm. Last but not least, I got you a book that’s called Booze & Vinyl. It’s a book that guides you through the best drinks to have with certain records. It seemed right up your alley, and I thought it would be a fun and easy read! Overall, thank you for being one of the truest allies in my life and being such a great person. I’m so lucky to have someone like you in my life, and I hope all of these gifts serve you well. 

BLAKE, @thelivelyblake

Thank you for all that you have done for me in our friendship. You’re amazing and one of the people I cherish the most, so I got you a few things to show how much you mean to me. I hope some of these gifts bring a smile to your face. I’m wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas, along with health and happiness. 

I’ve been very into making soaps these days, so I made you some soaps that you can use to your discretion! In the shower, after you go to the bathroom, whenever you need to. The next gift happens to be socks. Everyone needs some fuzzy socks, especially when it’s cold out so these should help your feet stay warm! Another gift is something I saw at one of the shops in town, and I thought it would look so amazing on you. It’s a baby blue dress that you can wear at events or wherever. The next gift is a candle, one that you can burn when you need something to make the house feel warm and cozy. I also got you a tea set that has some delicious teas. Nothing’s better than winding down from a long day with a mug of tea. The last gift is a planner. It has a quote on it that reminded me of you and I really thought it would be useful to you! Again, I just want to thank you for being a great friend and someone I can always count on. 

ANGELINA, @ajdarkfae

I’m wishing you a very Merry Christmas. I hope the festiveness and happiness continues throughout the new year for your family. I feel like December snuck up on us so quickly, and I’m scrambling to soak up the Christmas spirit. I’m grateful that I’m able to send some of my Christmas spirit over to you with these gifts. You’re someone I’ve always admired, and I’m so happy that we’re as close as we are. Thank you so much for everything and for trusting me, it means so much. I really adore you and your family. I’m so happy we’re able to connect through this town. I hope you have a good Christmas. 

The first gift I got you is one I found when I was walking through Around the World. It’s Swedish cookies, and they looked like they’re super delicious and I thought you would like them. The second gift is a funny T-shirt since we both mentioned that Let It Go had been suck in our heads at one point or another. It reads, “when my jam comes on and I know all the words” with a picture of Elsa. The next gift should be something fun for you and the kids. It’s a popcorn kit that should be fun to break out on your next family movie date! Along with that, I got you a gift set from Bath & Body Works. I’m a huge fan of theirs, so I thought you’d enjoy something that would be useful for when you want to smell good or want hands that aren’t dry. Another one of these gifts are chocolate strawberries. I saw them in town being displayed, so I knew I had to get them for you. The next gift is a gift card to Vin Rouge, which happens to be my favorite place to get wine. I’ve gotten so many bottles of wine this past year from there, and they never miss. You’re also supporting a local business when you shop there! Lastly, I wanted to get you something for when you need to relax. With a baby on the way, I know you’re bound to need some days for when you just need to be alone and enjoy your own company. I got you a bath bomb that you can use whenever you need to just slow down. It’s one of my favorites, so i hope it’s something that you will enjoy. Thank you again for being so wonderful to me, and I’m sending you all my love this holiday. 

SELENA, @sxgomez

Hello, hello, hello. I’m beyond excited to give you something this Christmas as I know that it’s been a hard past few weeks for you. I’m loving the chance to get to spoil you the way you continue to spoil others with your magical presence. It’s always fun getting to get you gifts, and I tried capturing your essence. Hopefully I did you justice. I got you a few things that totally reminded me of you and our friendship. Congratulations on all of your accomplishments this year. From Rare being released to Rare Beauty being the next beauty empire, you are naturally you and that’s why so much of us love you. Who knew one human could have such a big heart? Thanks for making 2020 amazing, and I can’t wait for what 2021 brings you for your career. In addition to that, Selena, I know some big things have happened to you personally with moving and having a breakup so I wanted to get you a few things to help soothe the ache. I love you to the moon and back, and I’m hoping you have the sweetest holiday. You deserve it so, so much. 

The first part of your gift is an outfit that screamed Selena Gomez. I got you a Disney related T-shirt. And it has some jeans that go along with it. Being is Disney kid, I know you’re proud of where you started your career so I though this outfit would be perfect to show off your roots. The next gift is a pillow that reminded me of you. You sprout color from who you are and I know you make people’s lives better just by existing. I know you sure make mine better. Since you had your cooking show this year, I thought it was only fitting that I got you something for your kitchen. I got you a heart shaped pot that you can use for soups and stews. As someone who is a big fan of candles, I got you a candle that you can light whenever you need to sit and relax. The scent smelled so good and I hope you enjoy it. The next gift is a key chain that reminds me of our friendship. Friends truly are chosen family, and I know I’d choose you again and again. And along with that, I know you’re moving into a new place so I thought I’d get you a gift card to Windsong. Zach is a good friend of mine, so I know he’ll get you anything you wanted. Whether you want to get something custom made or something that they have in store already, I know you’re bound to find something you love. The last three gifts are ones to help mend your heartbreak. I made you some donuts that you’ll be able to chow down on. No one loves food more than you, so I thought it would be a well loved gift. Another thing is a bracelet, which represents a new and clean slate. Going into the next year, you’re able to start fresh and I know you’ll be able to do it. Lastly, I got you some cozy slippers that you’ll be able to lounge in. Since it’s the colder months, I’m sure you’ll be able to get some use from them! All in all, I really do hope you’ve had a lovely holiday and that it was spent with people who love you so much. I know I do. 

BILL, @skarsgardb

Thank you for being one of the coolest people I know. Since the day we met, I knew you were going to be someone I could always talk to and spend quality time with. Whether we talk for hours on end or go days without talking, I know that we’ll always fall back into our friendship. Some of these gifts were from your birthday and I didn’t get the chance to give them to you because so much time has passed since then. Christmas is the perfect time to give you them now. You’re one of the most loyal people in town, and I appreciate you so much. I hope you and your family had the best holiday, and I’m sending you all the love.

The first gift is a T-shirt relating to tacos. You were one of the first people who recommended Paco’s to me when I first arrived in town, and I can’t thank you enough for that. The second gift is a Fitbit watch since I know you’re into running, hiking, etc. It can track your steps and all that jazz. I thought it would be fun for you to have and could be useful next time you go out. (Which maybe wouldn’t be soon since it is so col out!) Another gift I got you is one of my favorite cookbooks. Since you’re a foodie like me and want to learn how to better your cooking skills, I thought gifting you this book would be appropriate. It has so many great recipies that you can try out! The next gift is something I made personally. It’s my homemade cinnamon stix. They’re made with my secret recipe and if you like them enough, I might teach everyone how to make them when my class starts back up in the new year! Remember how we talked about Go-Pros and being recorded while ziplining? I thought it would be fun to actually give you a Go-Pro that you can use whenever. Maybe you can record something of Dylan when she’s being cute or just use it when you need to document something! The other gift I wanted to give you is a subscription to Masterclass. I remember we talked about you starting your own production company and wanting to dip your toes into a role that’s more behind the camera. They have so many classes about producing, directing... the whole nine yards. I hope it’s useful to you and that you can take something from it! My personal favorite class is RuPaul’s. Lastly, I wanted to give you a book full of actual dad jokes. Perhaps you can use them with Dylan or just use it as a party trick. Either way, you’re bound to be laughed at! But in the best way, I promise. Again, thank you for being you and I enjoy your friendship with my whole heart. 

ZACH, @roerigz​

I know we don’t talk as much as we used to, but I do know that I’m still thankful to have someone like you in my life. I know that this past year has been a little hard on you, so I wanted to give you some gifts that would put a smile to your face. Admittedly, for the first gift, I had to Google your hometown. I knew you were from Ohio, but I needed to know the exact town so I could make your hometown into a puzzle. Whenever you’re missing home, you can break out this puzzle and remember the streets you used to roam and the family you still have there. Another gift I got you is a throw blanket. I’m a huge fan of these, especially during the winter months. Hopefully it’ll keep you cozy! One of these gifts is for you and your kids. It’s a tie-dye kit so you guys can make T-shirts. I used to make them with my family when I was younger and it was always a fun memory. The next gift is more for your self care. I don’t know how often you grow a beard, but when you do, you’ll have the tools you need to trim it or shave it off. Now the last gift is for your inner Ohio State fan. They’re salt and pepper shakers, and I think they’ll make a good addition to your kitchen! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas, and I’m sending you all my support and love. 

MILEY, @destinyhcpe​

So, you’ve had quite the year! Between your album releasing and moving to Bayview, I think you had a pretty good year! Not to mention that we’ve gotten closer again, which makes me so happy! I’m hoping that you have a very Merry Christmas and that Santa gives you everything you wanted. The first gift I got you is a smiley face bag, because it just reminded me of you so much. The next gift is a bottle of Chambord. I don’t know if you drink or not, but I thought it would fun to gift you this has a celebration of your music this year! Now this last gift is a little NSFW, but I thought you’d rock this leather jacket so well! It comes from a small shop back in NYC and it just looked so cool. If anyone were to wear this out and about, I think it’d be you! Miley, thank you for always being so supportive and sweet to me. You have no idea how much it means to me! 

ARIANA, @gvande​

The literal princess in my life. Ariana, thank you for all the kind words you’ve said to me in our past conversations. They mean so much to me, you have no idea. I wanted to get some gifts that reminded me of you, so I hope they captured your personality! I got you a candle since it’s the season for burning them at all times. The scent is absolutely wonderful, and I hope you enjoy it too. Because taking care of yourself should always be a priority, I wanted to gift you a kit that has some things for when you need to relax. The next gift is because of your Harry Potter love. I saw that Ulta had a Harry Potter collection, so I knew I had to get you that. Hopefully you can play around with it and create some epic looks! Another gift I had to get you is some pig slippers. Since you’re someone who owns a pig, I wanted to give you these. Lastly, you’re someone who makes tattoos look so good. I wanted to get you something related to tattoos, so I thought giving you an actual stick and poke kit would be something you’d be interested in! Again, just thank you for being the best person to ever exist and knowing my situation. I know you’re someone who has my back, and I always have yours. I hope you have a wonderful holiday and that you’re able to be with your loved ones. 

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My Top 10 (Current) Favorite Ships

Happy Valentines Day everyone! I am once again single and have still never so much as held hands with another person! GO ME AND HOW MUCH I SUCK AT LOVE! HAHA... wow I just made myself sad. But hey, just because my love life sucks doesn’t mean that I can’t celebrate it. So to celebrate the holidays, I am going to talk about my Top 10 Favorite Ships... at the current time anyways.

I have a... complicated relationship with ships. I don’t like getting into them much. I have several, don’t get me wrong, but they’re normally either canon ones or ones teased hard enough. But because of shipping wars and stuff, shipping has become a tainted subject for me. The A:TLA and Voltron fandoms alone have made me concerned about creators personal safety cause how dare these two specific characters not bang. But this isn’t about that, this is about the ships I have enjoyed. Ones I grew up on, ones I got into recently, and ones that have stuck with me throughout the highs and lows. Which can perfectly describe true love, sticking together through everything throughout the good and the bad.

So without further ado, let us begin!

#10. Tommy Oliver and Kimberly Hart (MMPR)

Even before I knew what shipping was, I loved these two. Like a lot of 90′s kids, I grew up on Power Rangers, and I still keep up with it form time to time. Even with my faded childhood memories (MMPR came out when I was like... six months old), I remember adoring these two. No specific reasons why, I just remember seeing them to all the stuff that even as a kid, I knew that couples did. GO on dates, give gifts, kiss each other, all that cute stuff. They were happy together and while the characters are kinda bland, their chemistry worked really well. Even now as an adult, as cheesy as the original show was, I still squeel whenever I see Tommy and Kimberly just talking or kissing. It was just sweet, and I loved them... even if after Tommy became the leader, Kim fell into damsel in distress mode more and more, but hey she still had her awesome moments.

It was also the first ship I had that got royally screwed up by the writers! Kim left the show because her actress wanted to quit, which is fair enough and it was handled very well. What wasn't handled well was in the Zeo season, they had Kim send a Dear John letter and break up with Tommy off-screen cause she found another guy. Why? To That Tommy can hook up with the current Pink Rangers. Now I have nothing against Cat, she was a perfectly fine character... bUT THIS WAS STUPID. No build-up, it’s done out of nowhere off-screen, it caused a rushed/forced romance that no one wanted, and considering Tommy appeared in the future and was single, it went NOWHERE. If they wanted a romance, they had plenty of other options. This was a HUGE middle finger to everyone who cared about the characters imo, and I am still bitter about it. In my mind years later, Tommy and Kim hooked up again and IDC what that one Christmas episode said. That is my headcanon, and I am sticking to it until I die.

So yeah, Tommy and Kimberly. My very first ship and it still holds a special place in my heart. Couldn’t make this list and not mention it.

#9. Kim Possible and Ron Stoppable (Kim Possible)

Tommy/Kimberly was my first ship... but as a little kid, I wasn't that invested in it. I just saw them do cute couple stuff and found it cute. But Kim and Ron? I watched Kim Possible since the day it premiered. I got to watch their relationship form beginning to end. I imagine that most have seen KP, but for those who don’t, Kim is a spy why can do anything while Ron is her buffon best friend/sidekick. Kim is confident, strong, and popular while Ron is goofy, easily scared, and very clumsy. But Ron is also more grounded to reality and capable of normal things like working in fast food or cooking, while Kim constantly stresses over things like romance and at accomplishing everything. Two very different people, yet they complete each other. Kim can get Ron to stand up for himself, and Ron can bring Kim down back to earth. It’s really funny when we see how they met, where Kim was very insecure and Ron stood up for her, and it was that act that provoked Kim to fight back.

Throughout the series, they bicker a lot but are there for each other. Ron helps Kim on her missions despite his incompetence, and Kim appreciates him for that. Ron supports Kim through situations like talking to a boy, even if he doesn't necessarily get what she sees in them. There’s always been this underlying theme that they might have feelings for each other with things like A Sitch in TIme and the episode Emotion Sickness really emphasizing their relationship/potential feelings. It finally came to a head in So the Drama where Ron fully realized his feelings when Kim got a ‘perfect’ boyfriend. It has Kim stressing over prom and not wanting to go with he r’just a friend’ Ron, Ron feeling alone cause Kim barley pays him attention in a way that’s sympathetic and not asshole-ish, and it ends with Ron helping Kim back up at her lowest point, Kim realizing how Ron had always been there, and... well look at the screencap I used to see how it ended.

Kim and Ron complete each other. They bring out the best in each other and bring them back down when they go too far. They bicker, but they also support each other, even if they don’t always like what the other is doing. We get to see them together at their best and their worst, and it ends on a very satisfying note... and then S4 happened, but meh. It’s still a great ship with two really good characters, and ho boy do i still love it.

#8. Marinette Dupain-Cheng and Adrien Agreste + all other subsequent combos (Miraculous Ladybug)

Probably no surprise to my followers that this is on here... but some may raise a brow that it’s only at eight. To put it simply, with how the show has been going as of late, I have a LOOOOT of issues with it right now. But I want to use this to praise ships I like, not break them down so I’ll save that for another day.

This one is cute. Marinette is a good-hearted girl who has a huge crush on Adrien, while Adrien is in love with Mari’s superhero identity Ladybug. And with his hero identity of Cat Noir, we have one of the most insane love triangles in history. Adrinette, Maricat, Ladynoir, Ladrien, you get so many flavors of ships with just these two people! My favorite version is Ladrien since it’s the most natural imo and the one with equal pining, but they’re all the same two people so IDT it matters.

The show is about these two’s relationship. That is the heart of the show. Again, there are problems that I’m not going to go into, but overall I like them together. Marinette can get a little... too into her crush, but we do see that her feelings are genuine and it’s because Adrien showed her some kindness. While Adrien doesn't know that Mari is Ladybug, his feelings for Ladybug are because of her confidence and strength, which he starts to see in Mari too. This is the longest Slow Burn story ever and tbh, I want them to just go ahead and get on with it. But hey, I will find them cute and I like their interactions, so there’s that~

So of course a TMNT ship was going to end up on here. Now I almost put Apritello on here... but nowadays after all the recent stuff in the news, it’s... a little hard to look back on. So I tried to think of someone else, and while I considered Ramona... I decided to go with this:

#7. Hamato Yoshi/Master Splinter and Tang-Shen (TMNT 2012)

One episode.

The show had one episode to show these two’s relationship. Shen had been mentioned in the past, but this was the one and only time we’d get to see her. And OMG, did they pull it off perfectly.

They sold me on this romance in a single episode. Yoshi is a loving husband, but also tied to his fmaily loyalties even if it contradicts what Shen wants. Shen wants a happy life with her husband and child, but has to put up with Yoshi’s indecisiveness and she’s understandably fed up. They do a very good job of showing Shen as a strong-willed woman whose first priority is her daughter but that she does love Yoshi and is understanding. Yoshi is a very flawed person, but he does try to make it work and his love for his wife and daughter are very clear. It’s not perfect, no marriage is. But that love is so clear, and you can feel it every second that Tale of the Yokai plays.

TMNT 2012 has received many critiques in how it handled romance. It went too quick, the girls were reverted to just love interests, the boys are creepers, plenty of things. And they are understandable. But they clearly recognized that if they wanted this episode to leave the impact that they wanted, they had to make YOshi and Shen’s relationship strong. And they did. From beginning to end, you feel for both of them. Shen isn’t just some woman that existed for backstory, she had a personality and independence, which makes you care for her and about her relationship with Yoshi. And therefore, even though you know how it’s going to end, when Shen inevitably gets killed and you hear Yoshi just sob in despair, you’re sobbing right along with him. 

So yeah, I love these two. It’s tragic, but beautifully done. I love it~

#6. Edward Elric and Winry Rockbell (FMA: Brotherhood)

For the record, I am specifically talking about the Brotherhood version, not the 2003 version where their relationship went nowhere.

Okay, Ed and Winry. God I LOOOVE them. I know that Roy/Hawkeye is the favorite... but most of their relationship is left implied and open-ended with no actual ‘I love you’ or anything. So even if it was obvious what Arakawa was saying, I... felt like there wasn’t enough to make me care about them as a ship. Not the case with these two!

Their relationship is just so sweet. They’re childhood friends who both go through crap. Winry lost her parents at a young age, and Ed and Al’s mother died of illness and then the alchemy stuff happened and.. yeah. Throughout it all, Winry supported Ed and Al, helping Ed with his automail even when he keeps breaking t and supporting him through his quest to restore his and Al’s bodies. Throughout the series, Ed tries to support and protect Winry, especially when she tries to kill her parents killer and he talks her down. Overtime, they start recognizing their feelings and it was funny, cute, and after all the Hell everyne goes through, something that they deserved. 

The ending to Brotherhood, with Ed’s dorky proposal, is still one of the most heartwarming moments in anime period. Ed got the happy ending that he earned, Winry got to be with the boy that she supported through Hell and back, and it felt natural and super satisfying. It promised a happy future for everyone, and like everyone had truly earned their happy ending. We had gotten to see these two together, through both the good and bad, and how far they were willing to go for each other and their well-being. It’s just a super sweet romance, and I thank Brotherhood for existing so that we could have it.

I REALLY wish that I had more same-sex ships on here. But many of the more popular ones either are fetishisized, the actual work never had that intention, or the fandom got so rabid over it that it killed any potential enjoyment for me (looking at you Voltron). Doesn't help that in animation, there’s so few same-sex couples even if stuff like Steven Universe has been helping. But... I was able to think of one that I liked.

#5. Avatar Korra and Asami Sato (The Legend of Korra)

YOu have NO IDEA how happy I was when this became canon. Okay yes, I know that it wans’t said in the show, but Bryke confirmed it and explained why they couldn’t do anything more explict (Nick didn’t want to anger international audiences). As such, I am forgiving of it and still happy that it’s a thing.

While I liked The Legend of Korra (more than A:TLA even if it is the better show), they... sucked at romances. Dear God everything they did with Mako in S1 and 2, I do NOT even want to think over it. Let sput it this way, I got tired of the live triangle so much that I started crackshipping Korra and Asami together because they deserved SOMETHING happy. When S3 had them getting closer, I liked it as I liked seeing two girls just be friends and not over a boy... but I didn’t see it as shippy since I thought that there was no way that Nickelodoen would allow it, plus after the previous mess I didn’t want them to touch romance EVERY again with this series.

Then the S3 finale and start of S4 happened... and I seriously started wondering. Asami was the one specifically reaching out to and helping Korra after what the Red Lotus did. Asami was the only one that Korra tried to reach out to after she went home. They both seemed very happy to see each other again, and much of S4 is focuse don them together as well as the previous one. And, of course, the series ended specifically with them, just as A:TLA specifically ended with Aang and Katata. Like... when Korra suggsted jus tthe two of them went away for awhile and them just looking into each others eyes... yeah, it was obvious what they were trying to do. And I was sold.

I love these two together. Even if it started sour int he beginning, the two grew into close friends as things went on. They were supportive, protective, and caring towards one another at their best and worst moments. They’re booth strong young women who play a huge part in the world and can take care of themselves. Korra may be more tomboyish and Asami feminine, but they learn to respect each other and that slowly shifted into friendship, and ended with two former ‘rivals’ (it was pretty one-sided on Korra’s part tbf) over Mako becoming lovers. For what they were able to do, I thinkt hat Bryke did a good job, and I still love these two to this day.

Alright, I have to put a Disney Princess ship in here. But of course which one to pick? There’s Ariel/Eric, Tiana/Naveen, Aladdin/Jasmine, plenty to choose from. Since Mulan is my favorite, you’d think I’d go with her and Shang... but that really doesn't play a huge part in the movie imo. I did some thinking... and I finally made a conclusion.

#4. Rapunzel and Eugene (Tangled franchise)

Words cannot describe how much I love them. I’ll even go ahead and say it, they are THE best developed couple in any Disney film. Why?

In the original film, they play off each other well. Rapunzel is a naive girl who wants to see the lanterns, Flynn is a smug thief who bolsters himself up. Rapunzel is idealistic and positive, Flynn is sarcastic and more grounded to reality. They’re interactions in the beginning, such as Rapunzel freaking out and Flynn just looking stoic throughout is hilarious. But the movie shows has them grow to understand each other and learn form each other. Rapunzel becomes braver and more independent, while Flynn becomes more selfless and honest, even going back to being Eugene. They both are willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for each other’s happiness, their love for each other shining brighter than the sun. THat love saves them both, and that alone is just beautifully done int he film.

Then the series happened, and it became better. Eugene is ready to take the next step, but Rapunzel is scared to and then her hair becomes magic again. Eugene? He accept sit. He’s willing to wait for however long it takes because he loves Rapunzel, and he’ll support her through everything. Even in the series, they both go out of their way for each other and try to support each other in any way that they can. There’s the occasional argument/disagreement, as with any couple, but it’s never devolves into sitcom-esque antics where you wonder why the hell they’re still together. At the end of the day, they are there for one another. Int he S2 premiere, Rapunzel goes to Hell and back to save Eugene form a forced marriage while Eugene makes it clear that he loves her and only her. It’s just SO GOOD to see a couple in a modern cartoon that I like together. Now since Happily Ever After exists, we know that they’ll get married eventually, but I can wait for the show to get there. I love seeing them, and God I aspire to have a romance like theirs one day.

#3. Jaune Arc and Pyrrha Nikos (RWBY)

TIME FOR ONE OF THOSE TRAGIC SHIPS AGAIN

God this ship... THIS SHIP. This was probably THE biggest ship (that isn’t Bumblebee) during RWBY’s early days. Jaune is a loser who forged his way into Beacon and feels like a constant failure... and his lack of fighting skill doesn’t help. As such, he ends up attracting the attention of Pyrrha, a well known and tainted fighter who helps him start to grow out of the kindness of her heart. It became clear that Pyrrha was growing feelings for Jaune... but Jaune was oblivious and crushing on another girl. Despite this, Jaune respected and cared for Pyrrha as he started to learn to recognize others feelings and during a school dance, Pyrrha expressed how Jaune not knowing of her fame and talking to her like a normal person is what attracted her to him. He didn’t treat her like a celebrity who was above anyone’s expectations, but just as some other girl, and that was what she wanted more than anything. And it ended with Jaune asking her... and wearing a dress. It makes sense in context.

Their relation was mutually supportive and provided growth for both of them. Jaune grew into not just a better fighter, but a better person as Pyrrha taught him to be more considerate and to recognize others feelings outside his own. Pyrrha had someone who made her feel normal and accepted as she pursued her goals of being a Huntress to help people. Which resulted in V3 when the Maiden offer comes, and for Pyrrha makes her doubtful and scared of her fate. She can’t tell Jaune, but he realizes that something is wrong and he tries to provide comfort, even telling her that she was the first and only person to believe in him, even over his own family. While it sadly ended badly when Pyrrha’s fears make her hurt him on accident and Jaune feeling like he messed up, it still really showed how much their relationship had grown, and after the Battle for Beacon commenced, Jaune comforted Pyrrha and got her back onto her feet.

But of course, as we know, Pyrrha ended up being killed... but not before kissing Jaune before launching him to safety. It left Jaune not only losing his friend and mentor, but realizing what Pyrrha’s true feelings were as well as recognizing his own. As we see, he struggles with this. How his closest friend lost her life and how much pains he was really in, how he now has to pick up the pieces as he gets lead into something much larger than anyone thought, and having to accept that Pyrhha knew fully well that she wasn't coming back. Thankfully, by V6, he came to realize that Pyrrha did what she did because she was a Huntress and regained his will to continue on, thanking her for making him a better person.

Arkos, to this day, makes me cry if I just so much as think about the end of V3. The two’s relationship was super sweet, Jaune’s idiocy throughout aside, and it was just nice to see these two grow from each other. It’s sad that Pyrrha died, but she went out doing what was right, and Jaune came out as a better person who will keep living his life. If he finds love again, I’m okay with that and it’ll show how he’s moving on as Pyrrha would want him to. But no one is ever going to forget Arkos, and for what we had of it, I’ll always cherish it.

#2. Dexter Grif and Richard ‘D*ck’ Simmons (Red vs Blue)

Okay, we all knew that this was going to be on here. It’s the ship I’m currently most focused on, and even the first I think that I gave a shipping tag to. I have talked about them multiple times. IDK if there’s anything new that I can add because I’ve said just about everything. But I guess in the spirit of things, I’ll go over it again.

This ship has broken every issue with shipping I’ve ever had. I normally don’t ship non-canon pairs, but Dear God I love them. I don’t normally seems fandoms use them just to have hot boy/boy stuff and I have NEVER seen any shipping wars concerning it that turned me off. In fact, fandom is what got me into this ship. When I binged it, I just saw them as two guys who love to hate each other... but the fandom did a really good job in convincing me that they were in love. S15 helped with that with how Simmons reacted to Grif quitting, and Grif clearly missing Simmons more than anyone and even leaving him out when he says he hates everyone later. But since until then the writers seemed uninterested in developing Red Team, I had to turn to fanficiton for it. And many gave them so much depth and their relationship as a result felt so much stronger and meaningful to me. This is the very rare time where fandom concerted me.

These guys are assholes. Grif is a lazy jerk, and Simmons is a kissassing rule-follower. Yet they compliment each other perfectly. They argue and bicker frequently, but it feels so natural and it just... works. And overtime, we see their relationship go from just kinda being stuck together to being actual friends. S16 really showed how much healthier and positive it was as the two matured, Simmons becoming more independent and Grif starting to actually try and work through stuff. Their characters got stronger, and as such theyre bond got stronger. Even if that doesn't necessarily have a spotlight put on it, form just their interactions, you can just see it.

I cannot imagine these two without each other, at least for an extended period. They work great as individual characters, but are even better when together. They balance each other. They, in their weird way, support each other. They have been through nearly EVERYTHING in the series together and they’d absolutely do anything to protect each other. They may suck at expressing all of that, but it’s okay. We all know. I love them, and I just hope that RT will allow it to be canon one of these days... I’ll wait~

Honorable Mentions

Sakura Kinomoto/Syaoran Li (Cardcaptor Sakura)

Greg Universe/Rose (Steven Universe)

Ichigo Kurosaki/Orihime Inoue (Bleach)

Arnold Shortman/Helga Pataki (Hey Arnold)

Candace Flynn/Jeremy Johnson (Phineas and Ferb)

Yugi Mutou/Anzu Masaki (Yu-Gi-Oh)

Ash Ketchum/Misty (Pokemon)

Max Goof/Roxanne (A Goofy Movie)

Mickey/Minnie (Disney)

Various other Disney ships

Inuyasha/Kagome Higurashi (Inuyasha)

Jake Long/Rose (American Dragon: Jake Long)

Superman aka Clark Kent/Lois Lane (Superman franchise)

Robin/Starfire (Teen Titans)

April O’Neil/Casey Jones (TMNT 2003)

Chris Kratt/Aviva Corocvado (Wild Kratts)

Sunset Shimmer/Human Twilight Sparkle (Equestria Girls)

Shining Armor/Princess Cadence (MLP:FIM)

And I’m probably forgetting a lot but this post is already super long and I can’t remember everything, so... onto Number One!

Grimmons was VERY close to being Number One since it is my current obsession. But then I remembered one other... and I HAD to make it Number One. It is something that I have followed along since I learned what fandoms were, and whenever I think of true love... this is the couple that appears in my mind. I could not leave it off, or not give it the top spot. So my friends, I present to you my Favorite Ship:

#1. Usagi Tsukino/Sailor Moon and Mamoru Chiba/Tuxedo Mask (Sailor Moon)

Ah, Sailor Moon, my first fandom. My childhood. My love. The series that taught me about love... even when I didn’t care about Usagi and Mamoru’s relaitonship. So it being Number 1 is probably a surprise... but I shall explain.

As a kid... and for the most part as an adult, I am more invested in the girls relationships than about Usagi and Mamoru. It doesn't help that in the 90′s anime, it was the standard ‘these two bicker a lot’ scenario and then it felt more like they only loved each other cause they did in the past. Then R had that stupid break-up plot that I still despise to this very day. Fortunately it was better in the following seasons, S was especially overall super sweet, but... well, it felt forced, stereotypical, and like their love existed because of past memories. Even as a little girl... it just didn’t feel right.

Then I read the manga. And it was SOOOO much better!

While I do still find the romance rushed int he manga, it felt much mroe natural. The two don’t argue like five year olds. They took at least a little time to get to know each other, and uncovered each other’s identities BEFORE the memories came back. As such, when they did regain them after Mamoru got hurt, it felt more like the past just strengthened the love. it showed that it would last throughout the ages. They already recognized their feelings prior, rushed as it was imo, and made it feel more genuine. In the subsequent arcs, they don’t have stupid breakup arcs or a forced love triangle in the final arc. There are issues, very stupid opens (Usagi getting jealous of her future daughter for example), but their love stands strong, they support and protect each other, and they just grow stronger as a result.

This is probably THE most famous anime romance in existence, and it’s not hard to see why. Even if I have issues in how it came to be, their relationship is shown as equal and supportive. It has been something that I’ve followed since I was five years old. Flr what I said about the 90′s anime, I did still like it and I’ve only grown to care about it more over the years... even if I still care more about the Senshi. Still, it’s a classic and to me, is still the one and only Miracle Romance

And that is the list! Trying to go through every fandom I was ever into to remember what I shipped was HAAARD. But I really enjoyed making this list and getting to revisit all of them again. I might do more Top 10′s in the future, so if you guys would like to see me do anything specific, feel free to reply/ask me! Thank you all for reading, and Happy Valentines Day everyone! 💕💕💕

[just-come-baek]

Jingles

Pairing: Jungkook x Reader

Themes: smut | fluff | christmas!au

Word count: 10.1k

Summary: Jungkook and I work at the Santa Village in the biggest shopping mall in the city. The job’s really shitty; nagging parents with bitchy attitude, screaming, spoiled children, and annoying Christmas songs on the loop. Only his presence is making up for all the hell I’m putting up with.

Warnings: oh boy, Bang PD dressed as Santa, and as for smut, the usual (oral giving, thigh riding, grinding, riding, etc..)

Masterlist

"I swear to God, I'm going to fucking lose it if I hear 'All I Want for Christmas' one more time!" Jungkook snapped as he heard the distinctive music in the background. I couldn't blame him, in all honesty, it began to drive me insane, too; it's the first week of December, everyone was in that vexatious Christmas spirit way too soon! However, we weren't in the position to complain, as we both worked at the Santa Village in the biggest shopping mall in the city.

"Yeah, it seriously plays every three songs." I commented, as we both sat in a vacant booth, placing our trays with junk food on the table. We still had twenty minutes of our well deserved break left, and how much we wished we could escape the bustling sounds of Christmas. "'Last Christmas' is still a blast, though." I added, and Jungkook nodded his head, as he took off his elf's ear and put them into his pocket.

"True, I love George Michael as much as a heterosexual man is capable of loving another man," he agreed, and I almost choked on my coke. I understood what he meant, yet it still made me grin like an idiot. "Three more weeks, am I right?" Jungkook spoke with a deep sigh, and nodded, unwrapping my burger.

"I can't wait, all the kids waiting in the line proved me how much I actually hate them." I remarked, as I took a bite, cherishing the moment of silence with no children in my earshot. I had never been fond of them, yet after working as an elf for almost a week now, my loathing only grew. "Plus, am I the only one who hates being stared at like a fucking animal in a zoo?"

"Don't even get me started, those tights are killing me! They're terribly uncomfortable, and on top of that, yesterday before you came, a bunch of high school girls began checking me out! I even think a few of them snapped some photos!"

"I'm not even surprised," I replied with a nonchalant shrug, as I ate my fries. Jungkook was a possessor of an amazing set of thighs; whenever he wasn't looking, I boldly checked him out, too. Apparently, I wasn't the only one who thought the same. "Just face the facts, Jungkook, your legs look amazing!"

"Don't be ridiculous, I'm serious."

"And so am I," I fought, and Jungkook just shook his head, not really keen on continuing the argument about his killer legs.

Much to my and Jungkook's relief, we dropped the topic, and focused on our meals. We still had almost five hours of shift ahead of us, and unless we ate something, we wouldn't have enough patience to deal with the loud children.

For strangers, we got along pretty good; since the very beginning, actually, when we both had taken the job at the Santa Village.

Working with Jungkook was amazing, but these annoying kids were a greater disadvantage. Overall, despite enjoying each other's company, we couldn't wait for the Christmas season to end.

"Your hair... is blonde," Jungkook stated, and I nodded my head. With his perplexed expression, he studied my features, and I wondered if he approved the change. Personally, I liked my brown hair better. What did Jungkook think?

Having considered my life, I decided that I needed something different; I needed a change, and admittedly, dyeing my hair was the easiest way to start. Maybe it was silly, but I must've drawn the line between my old and new self.

"Why?" Jungkook inquired, staring at my blonde braids. He didn't like it? Objectively, it couldn't be that bad, he just had to get used to it.

"Why, why? You don't like it?" I asked, curling the ends with my fingers subconsciously.

"No, it's not it, you just look different. Unless that elf costume, I wouldn't have recognised you." Jungkook explained, and I still didn't know whether he approved my new look, or not.

"Oh, thanks, I guess," I replied vaguely, unable to decipher a compliment from his previous statement. "I just started my new year's resolutions a bit early."

"And dyeing your hair was one of them?" He asked, semi-intrigued by my mindset. "What else you have in mind?"

"You know... the usual: find a boyfriend, eat healthy, study more, nag less." I listed, counting the resolutions on my fingers while Jungkook was attentively listening.

"You should add 'better anger management' to that list, I saw the wrath in your eyes when you tried to refrain yourself from snapping that kid's neck yesterday. What did she do again?"

"Pardon me, but my wrath was fully justified, that little girl threw up on my shoes. Not only they have these annoying bells attached to them, but right now, they also smell of vomit!" I defended myself, whereas Jungkook laughed at my argument. This little fucker had no idea how embarrassing it was, and at this point, I didn't know who I hated more, the girl who actually threw up on me, or Jungkook who had a bit too much fun mocking me. Either way, I seriously began considering killing one of whom.

"Of course," he said in a poor attempt to calm me down and switch to my side of the conflict. We weren't enemies, but if Jungkook was going to keep acting like that, I wasn't so sure. "It's a shitty job, but at least you made my day a little bit brighter."

"Asshole," I spoke, rolling my eyes at him. It was a terrible memory, still vivid, and he just had to rub it in my face, making sure that I never forget that.

"What the hell happened to you?" I asked, my eyebrows cocked up, as I glanced at Jungkook from head to toe. He still resembled his normal self, but his state was awful; huge bags under his eyes, hair tousled, one button of his elf's jacket skipped, overall, making him look quite scruffy. Without any doubt, he had had a rough night. Frankly, despite him looking like something a cat dragged in, I still wondered how could he still be so attractive?

"My girlfriend dumped me yesterday, and I called out my friends for a round of drinks." Jungkook said casually, sending me a faint smile, as if trying to convince me that he was fine, which, he obviously wasn't. He didn't seem eager to talk about it, and I didn't want to push him into something he had no intentions of doing. Besides, we weren't even that close, we've known each other mere two weeks or so. "I guess we got a bit carried away with our drinks."

"No shit," I admitted, looking around for kids, making sure that young children or their parents didn't hear me curse. It wouldn't be the first time when an angry mother snapped at us for using inappropriate vocabulary, resulting in getting us scolded by the manager. "You look pale, why haven't you called in sick? It'd be tough, but we would manage with only one elf, you know..."

"Please, it's not my first time getting drunk. I can handle my drinks, don't worry," Jungkook replied with a nonchalant wave of his hand. Physically, he could sound alright, but he had broken up with his girlfriend, he just had to be lying, or simply didn't care about her as much as I previously assumed. "Besides, do I look like I'm in bits? No, so stop looking at me as if I'm a beaten puppy because I'm fine."

"You keep saying that you're fine, but I actually doubt it," I insisted, and Jungkook rolled his eyes at me, as he placed his hand on the small of my back, leading me to the Santa Village since our shift began five minutes ago. "No one is getting over as quickly as you, Jungkook."

"What can I say? She pissed me off." Jungkook started, even though I didn't ask him for elaboration. "Actually, we kind of fought because of you. I was telling her about that accident with vomit, and somehow she read into it that I'm sleeping with you."

"Seriously?" Jungkook's girlfriend thought that I was a threat? Not possible, that idea was ridiculous. How had she jumped to that conclusion? "Do you want me to talk to her and explain everything?" I proposed, although I didn't want to interfere in their relationship. However, on the other hand, one could think that I've already done enough damage. I could try helping them console, albeit I didn't know Jungkook that well. We were just colleagues, but if his girlfriend thought that I could ruin their relationship, I might as well make a little sacrifice and fix what I supposedly wrecked.

"I don't think it's necessary," Jungkook shrugged, dismissively waving his arm, "she showed me her true colors, and I don't really want to be with anyone who has so little faith in me. Thank God, I got out of this relationship before I caught some serious feelings for her."

"That's one way of coping," I teased, and Jungkook heaved a sigh, shaking his head from side to side.

"There's nothing to cope with," he insisted stubbornly, whereas I just rolled my eyes, not fond of his nonchalant attitude. He was struggling with a lot of drama, being upset was a natural reaction, and I'd never judge him, or accuse of being a crybaby. I had no idea why he strived so much to maintain his masculine appearance, as no one would think lower of him for shedding a tear or two after his ex. "Can we just get back to work?"

At nine o'clock in the evening sharp, I left the shopping mall. It had been a rough day at work; the Christmas was approaching, more and more kids were visiting the Santa Village everyday. Jungkook and I had plenty of work in our hands, and the moment when we finally could leave the shopping centre was a real blessing; no more crying children, no more complaining parents with bitchy attitude, no more festive songs.

With a deep sigh, I pushed the doors open and looked at the sky in utter amazement; for the first time that season, it was snowing. Fluffy flakes of snow were flying around the pitch-black firmament and blurred, colorful lights of Christmas decorations. I was in awe, simply enchanted by the night's beauty, even though for almost two weeks, I had been complaining about the festive atmosphere.

The first snow was breathtakingly marvelous, and I didn't even notice when I abruptly stopped in front of the shopping mall to admire the view in front of my eyes. Of course until Jungkook almost knocked me down when he bumped into me, as he was too engrossed in the music in his earphones to study his surroundings.

"Sorry, I wasn't looking," Jungkook apologised, sending me a genuine, apologetic smile. "Hey, it's snowing," he stated matter-of-factly, as he extended his arm, watching as a couple of tiny snowflakes landed on his palm only to melt a moment later.

"It's beautiful, but realistically speaking, it means we're gonna have to deal with at least twice as many kids than before." I grumbled, but I didn't expect Jungkook to pay attention to whatever I was saying, as he still didn't get over the fact that it actually snowed.

"Try thinking optimistically, maybe we'll get snowed in and they'll give us a day off," Jungkook commented, his head still cocked upwards, as he admired the slow dance of snowflakes.

"Yeah, right," I snorted, as Jungkook's concept was so unrealistic that I'd rather believe that Bang Sihyuk, the Santa at our mall, is a legitimate Santa on the legitimate North Pole. So yeah, complete bullshit. "They'd skin us alive if we ditched."

"Are you kidding me? The manager almost broke my neck when I didn't laugh at that fat kid's joke." Jungkook remarked, and I laughed, as I replayed the situation in my head. "But I was wondering... what are you up to?"

"You mean like now?" I asked, and Jungkook nodded his head, attentively staring at me. "I don't know... nothing? I just wanted to head back home and sleep. These kids have really tired me out today. How do their parents even put up with them the whole time? I want to die when I see them only eight hours a day."

"Yeah, same," Jungkook agreed, smiling at me sheepishly, "do you want to grab a beer with me? I heard that chilling with grownups can have some healing properties," he proposed, and I looked at him, as I thought about my answer. It'd be fun to go out with Jungkook, a pint of beer was exactly what I needed after a stressful day at work, but on the other hand, my legs were killing me; every step was a torture, almost as if I was walking on embers barefoot.

"Is it scientifically proven?" I asked, and Jungkook smiled at me brightly. Even if I had doubts, they'd be gone by now, washed away by his beautiful smile that practically could convince anyone into anything.

"Come on, it will be fun! We never hang out after work. Please, the first round is on me," he urged, and I grinned at him, giving away my response.

Yeah, although our interaction was purely, entirely platonic, oh boy, this kid had me whipped.

"Could you stop gawking at me like a creep? It's not really comfortable," I mused, reprimanding Jungkook for his intense stare which seriously made me wonder if I had something on my face or between my teeth.

"Sorry, it's just that I can't get used to seeing you without your elf costume. It's weird when you don't have freckles and pointy ears." Jungkook explained, and I rolled my eyes at his dull answer; what did he expect? That I never get change out of that terrible outfit? How stupid of him. "I mean... it's not that you're ugly, you're not. You're really pretty. Seriously. I just need some time to accustom myself to that look. That's all, don't look too much into it, either. You know what I mean, right?"

"I think I do, though it's quite difficult to get anything out of that incomprehensible jibber-jabber." I admitted, as I reached for my glass of beer, taking a small sip. The beer's taste wasn't particularly my favorite, but in times of need, that's exactly what helped me tend my problems.

For a brief moment, Jungkook and I sat quietly way too exhausted after the horrible day at work, and frankly, neither of us seemed to mind.

"This bar is going to be my favorite place on the planet, they serve great beer, everything is rather cheap, the music is totally my style, but most importantly, kids are not allowed in here." Jungkook stated, as he looked around the bar with a pleased smile upon his face.

"It's like a dream," I added, sounding rather melancholic, almost as if Jungkook's description of the bar helped me realise that's precisely what I yearned, too. No screams nor cries of dirty kids and a pint of chilled beer; having worked at the Santa Village for the past two weeks learnt me to enjoy the little things—the current situation was incredibly basic but it felt like heaven on Earth.

"Who knows? Maybe they're hiring, you should talk to the manager first thing after Christmas. You can't just leave me alone in the Santa Village." I proposed, interjecting a hurtful joke. Really, the Santa Village is an equivalent of hell, (if not far worse), and I simply wouldn't survive without Jungkook's company.

"Don't worry, I am not going anywhere." Jungkook replied sweetly, and I smiled at him, overjoyed by the fact that he had no intentions of abandoning me in that hellhole. If only he dared, I'd hunt him down and teach him a lesson in the most painful way possible. "But working here is pretty tempting. Maybe I'll try."

"You really should. If you handle the kids, I'm sure you'll be fine with a bunch of drinks."

"What about you? What are you going to do after Christmas?" Jungkook inquired, genuinely interested.

"I'm not sure, I took this job because I thought it'd be easy, but actually it sucks the life out of me." I admitted truthfully, making Jungkook laugh. His nose was scrunched, his big teeth showing, and I couldn't help but admire his great looks. "Right now, I think money is not that important. I'd rather laze around doing nothing."

"I'm so envious right now." Jungkook spoke through his wide smile, reaching for a bowl of peanuts, "unfortunately, I need to have a job, otherwise I wouldn't be able to pay the rent, and guys wouldn't even hesitate to kick me out."

"I guess I have to wait a bit more to be independent," I chimed, raising my glass of beer, chugging it down.

"Don't worry, it's not that fine," Jungkook reassured, sensing that I awkwardly stiffened. "In my case, I needed to get out of my house, my mother tends to be ridiculously overprotective and just plain toe-curling."

"Yeah, my parents are cool, they barely notice I still live there actually," I jested, and once again, Jungkook laughed. Boy, he really wasn't difficult to amuse.

"We should go," I mentioned, as I looked at the time; it was already late, and if I didn't leave right now, I'd miss the last day bus. "Don't forget we have work tomorrow," I added, heaving a sigh. Neither of us really looked forward to it, but we just couldn't ditch. Besides, kids are more (not much) tolerable when you're not hungover. They're still annoying as fuck, draining all your energy, but at least, you don't have to fight the urge to throw up.

"Yeah, you're right, I shall walk you to your bus stop," Jungkook agreed, although not willingly, as he jumped off the tall stool to get our coats. "Here," he handed me my coat, and I quickly put it on, since I was in a rush. "Hey, look," Jungkook mused, and I turned around to look at him, only to glance at what he was pointing at, which, much to my bewilderment, happened to be the fucking mistletoe.

"Are you guys leaving already?" The bartender asked, staring at us. At this point, I barely apprehended his voice, let alone the actual words he was saying. My throat was dry, and my mind shut off. Jungkook and I were standing right under the mistletoe; he wasn't thinking what I was thinking, was he? If he didn't, he would step away, wouldn't he? Jungkook just got out of a relationship, it'd be weird if he was back in the game already. Moreover, if he thought I'd be his rebound, I'd have to smack him across his beautiful face which was the last thing I wanted to do.

Or maybe, I was completely mistaken, and he was just pulling a cruel joke on me. It'd be awful, yet it still was a possible option.

"We have that discount for couples," the bartender carried on, and I hoped that Jungkook was listening to him, because my voice inside of my head was loud enough to muffle all the white noise that surrounded us, "it's actually buy one get one free kind of thing, you just gotta kiss under the mistletoe and we take a picture which goes to the wall over there," he explained, and Jungkook turned his head to the right direction, squinting his eyes, studying the pictures.

"What do you say?" Jungkook asked, as he looked down at me in the eyes. "You're not a real college student if you say no," he added with a teasing smile, almost as if challenging me into giving him a kiss. So basically, he wasn't into me, he just wanted a half-priced booze. How silly of me to overthink that!

Jungkook waited for my reply, and I had no idea what to say. It was really late and I was already tipsy. If I didn't leave immediately, I'd have to wait for an hour for another bus. For entirely economic purposes, Jungkook was down for it, and my mindset ought to have been the same. It wouldn't mean anything, and the exchange seemed fair; one kiss for a free drink.

"You don't have to ask," I said, and Jungkook smirked down at me, slowly leaning forward. Gently, he placed his hands on my waist, as he pulled me closer, and I licked my lips in anticipation. I liked kissing, and it'd be a lie if I said that I had never imagined kissing Jungkook. When acting smug, he bit his lips way too often for my mind to not stir many thoughts about it.

The second I felt Jungkook's breath on my mouth, I closed my eyes, waiting for his lips to finally capture mine. On the back of my mind, I was wondering if he had his eyes shut, too. Mainly, however, I contemplated how soft his lips were going to feel against mine.

Instinctively, I put my hands on his shoulders, entwining my fingers behind his neck. He was just an inch away, and my heart was beating rapidly in my chest, even though it shouldn't be reacting this way. It was a simple kiss; the romantic atmosphere was there, but along with any inappropriate feelings, it had to be ignored, wiped under the rug, and forgotten, because it was definitely not happening under different circumstances.

Finally, Jungkook's lips brushed gently against mine, and despite its utter innocent and delicacy, I almost moaned into his mouth. Jungkook parted his lips, and I mirrored his action, deepening the kiss within a couple of seconds. Our tongues moved together gently, as we slowly both began to lose our minds. The kiss didn't mean anything, but we still decided to enjoy it, and it was fucking amazing. If Jungkook kissed like that for a free glass of beer, I could only imagine how it would feel like if he was kissing me for real.

Jungkook titled his head to the side, changing the angle, yet trying his best not to break the kiss. I had way too much fun right now, and if we were about to pull away, it had to be Jungkook, but judging by his firm grip on my sides, he relished it as much as I did. Suddenly, I heard a silent whimper, and at this point, I had no idea whether it was me or Jungkook. Actually, we were both way too caught up in the moment to care about it anyway.

"You two look cute together," the bartender mused, as he looked at the picture he had taken of us making out. "here's your beer," he added, as he placed two glasses of cold beer on the counter where he previously sat, "and if you want the picture, come tomorrow."

"Now we just have to stay."

The next day, everything came back to normal. Or at least, my relations with Jungkook came back to normal, quite contrary to the situation in the Santa Village. The Christmas was just around the corner, and the shopping mall's manager really outdid himself this time, viz., he hired a living reindeer to, a quote, create a magical atmosphere that will bring joy and festive Christmas spirit to everyone.

One thing was sure, that new improvement didn't bring much joy to Jungkook, as he was the one who had to clean up the mess after the furry animal.

"How are you there?" I asked, my tone drenched with mockery, as I smiled widely at Jungkook, who was gently petting the reindeer, making sure it wasn't going to accidentally kick any children. "Kids seem to love our new mascot," I added, as I leaned against the fence, staring at Jungkook.

"That's because they don't have to take care of its feces," Jungkook snorted, and I smiled at him, hoping he wasn't going to do anything stupid like quitting that job and leaving me alone.

"Obviously," I chimed, although I knew it wasn't going to make him feel any better. The job reached another level of its shittiness, quite literally, and it was dangerous to crack jokes about it, especially when I was the first one to take over his position if he actually dropped out. "You poor little thing."

"Stop it, you're starting to piss me off," Jungkook groaned, annoyed with my attitude.

"Sorry, I just couldn't help myself," I started, trying to signalize him that it was my payback for his teasing when I had been thrown up on. "I'm going to the restaurant zone, do you want me to grab you something?" I asked, as I watched Jungkook who was giving a snack to a tiny girl, so she could feed the reindeer.

"Just get me the usual," Jungkook spoke casually, not looking at me, as he picked up the girl, allowing her to pet the animal's head. "You're a real life saver."

"Don't mention it, I'll be right back."

It was like fifteen minutes until closing, and exceptionally we weren't surrounded by bratty kids like it happened regularly; some busy parents could shop to the very end, pissing off the impatient shop assistants who really want to close up and go home.

"I have a brilliant idea," I spoke, obtaining Jungkook's attention, whereas Mr. Bang was engrossed in his phone, probably sexting with his wife. (Confirmed info! Jungkook and I might or might not have caught him a couple of times.)

"Shoot."

"I want a picture with Santa," I announced enthusiastically, and Jungkook cringed, not seeing the brilliance in my idea. "What?"

"Nothing," he chimed dismissively.

"Hey, don't look at me like that!" I whined, trying to ignore his attitude. As a kid, I had never hung out with Santa, right now, the timing was just as good. And if Jungkook really wanted to judge me, I just had to ignore him because I definitely wasn't going to give up on that under his contemptuous stare.

"Like what?" he asked obliviously.

"Don't make me say that," I warned him, searching for my phone. "And stop smiling like that or I'm seriously going to punch you."

Without further commentaries, I turned on my camera and handed my phone to Jungkook who started complaining about second-hand embarrassment under his breath. For all I cared, he could be nagging as much as he wanted because, deep down, he wanted a picture with Santa, too.

"Hey, what do you think about a picture with your favorite elf?" I asked cutely, and Jungkook almost puked due to all sweetness that the tone of my voice was laced with. Normally, I didn't sound like that at all, yet right now, I wanted to achieve something and no method was foreign to me. If high-pitched, honeyed articulation was to convince Mr. Bang, then the high-pitched, honeyed articulation it was.

"What?" Mr. Bang asked, stretching his temple, almost as if he thought he heard me wrongly. With a wide smile attached to my face, I made a beeline for the Santa's throne. By the time I approached him, he must've processed what I asked him of, and he, confused as hell, looked at Jungkook with one eyebrow cocked upwards, "Jungkook, is she serious right now?"

"Of course, I am serious!" I hollered before Jungkook managed to say anything. "Is there going to be a problem?"

Mr. Bang was speechless, as if no adults had ever requested a picture with him. I was certain it wasn't the weirdest request he had been asked in his career, and it baffled me how he and Jungkook behaved almost as if it was an issue.

"Okay, hop on," Mr. Bang spoke, heaving a deep sigh. Quickly, I sat on his lap, and turned my head towards Jungkook, posing for the picture. From the looks of it, Jungkook felt quite uncomfortable, although he just stood like three meters away from the scene.

"Ugh, it's all done," Jungkook announced, as he put down my phone, sending me an awkward smile of relief.

"Your turn," I beamed at him, and he looked stunned; his body stiff, his eyes almost popping out of its sockets.

"Forget it," he replied when he came back to his senses, but I approached him and pushed him toward Mr. Bang.

"Just one picture, don't sulk like that." I ordered him bossily, and although he wasn't obligated to listen to me, Jungkook complied. Well... not exactly how I wanted him to, but a 'masculine handshake with Santa' pose would have to suffice. I should've seen it coming, though; Jungkook was extra regardless of what he was doing, so why this time should be any different? "Okay, I got it, it wasn't that bad now, was it?"

"If that picture ends online, I swear I am going to strangle you," Jungkook menaced, and I just waved my hand dismissively, completely disregarding his threat, as I opened the gallery and zoomed the photo, giggling at their ridiculous expressions.

"Do you even realize how many family photo albums we're going to be in? That one amazing photo is just a drop in the bucket." I stated nonchalantly, as I once again opened the camera app. "We should also take a selfie. All three," I added, smiling sheepishly, and Jungkook and Mr. Bang rolled their eyes that I almost heard that. Swiftly, I ran up to them, and took a place in the middle, as I handed Jungkook my phone. He had longer arms, after all, he could prove himself useful.

Once our little photo shoot was over, Mr. Bang elbowed Jungkook slightly to obtain his attention, "is she always that crazy?"

Shrugging, Jungkook answered, "I guess so."

"Hey! That's mean!" I protested, but they outwardly scorned my objection.

"Oh, and I've been meaning to ask you," Mr. Bang looked at me, and then shifted his gaze to Jungkook, "I have a little gig on Christmas and I need a helper. Do any of you want to make some extra money?" He asked, and Jungkook and I exchanged glances. Frankly, we both were sick and tired of this job, and I highly doubted that either of whom would accept Mr. Bang's proposition. Besides, I was certain that we were still working here because we supported each other daily. Without Jungkook to fool around during our breaks, I'd quit. Also, it had to be exactly the same on Jungkook's part.

"Sorry, but we're kind of a package deal." Jungkook replied, and I laughed at his accurate choice of words.

Today's Christmas Eve, and it's seriously the busiest day so far; the number of shoppers at least tripled, and I was utterly surprised that so many people shopped for presents the very last minute. And of course, when moms are engaged in seeking the latest edition of the same Barbie doll with a different outfit or another toy car or whatever parents are buying their children, the Santa Village is packed with these bratty Satan's spawns.

Thankfully, the shopping mall is being closed at seven. Considering the hordes of people who roam around the centre, I'd definitely not survive until the normal closing time.

"So how are you spending your Christmas?" Jungkook asked when the kids seemed to take a minute of break from trying to kill each other.

"First of all, I'm gonna find that bastard who's stolen my shoe," I stated angrily, as I looked around the Santa Village for the thief. What's wrong with these children? Can't they just behave for a while? Is it too much to ask? "I don't understand... why would anyone do that? It reeks of vomit for crying out loud!"

"Yeah, nowadays kids are really stupid," Jungkook agreed, sending me a faint smile before he made a beeline to a kid who just ripped a plastic candy from the Christmas tree and popped it in her mouth. "It could be worse, though."

"Doubt it."

"Seriously, not even an hour ago, maybe a five year old boy tried to bite off my finger! Apparently, his parents told him that elves are made out of candy. Can you believe that? I almost become a cripple!" Jungkook complained loudly, and I giggled at him when he exaggerated. Unfortunately, our digression didn't last long, as another kid started to throw candy at the children waiting in the queue, making three of whom burst into tears. "I swear to God, children under twelve years old should be put on a fucking leash!" Jungkook's words were harsh, but given how much I had seen during my work in the Santa Village, I couldn't disagree. He had a point.

"One hour left," I sighed, as I read from my phone. Our shift was almost over, and I just couldn't wait to change out of that costume and lock myself away from anyone under eighteen years old. If I had to work for one day longer, I'd surely go crazy—a glimpse of a child in my sight range makes me gag.

"I think I found your shoe," Jungkook stated, as he walked up to me, "not sure if you still want it, though. Some kid must've thrown it over the reindeer fence, and, to put it nicely, the smell of vomit should be your last concern."

"Nasty," I commented with distaste, as I stared at the children. At this time of a day, there were fifteen of them tops. When compared to the situation in the afternoon, it felt relatively tranquil.

"So what are your plans for today?" Jungkook asked, as he plopped down onto the gingerbread bench.

I creased my eyebrows in confusion; why the hell was he asking me this? Wasn't it obvious? Was he going to spend the Christmas Eve alone?

"The same as every year, I'm going to fight with my family about who's decorating the Christmas tree, and then, I'm going to lose and do what I hate so much while giving them the attitude that will drive them insane. And later, we'll pretend that none of this has happened, and we'll enjoy the delicious food. What about you?"

"My family goes to my aunt's for Christmas Eve. I'll be joining them on the 25th, but as in for today, I guess I'll stay at my apartment and watch 'Home Alone' or something." Jungkook spoke, smiling all the time, yet it was obvious, he didn't look forward to his plans. They sucked. Mine weren't much different, but at least, I wasn't going to be alone. One could say that I even pitied him; however, not to the extend of inviting him over to my house. That was a bit too extreme, we barely knew each other. Moreover, I wasn't going to willingly put myself under a shit tone of teasing that my parents, without any doubt, would pull.

"That sucks," I replied after a while. I'm terrible at cheering up people; the right words seemed to never come to my mind when I needed it. "But hey, our shift ends at 7p.m., and the ice rink is running until 9, what do you say? It's not like I want to get yelled at for unenthusiastically decorating the Christmas tree. I can be a little late."

"I'm not sure, you don't have to do this. I'm a big boy, I can handle a little bit of solitude."

"Yeah, right, how about you stop acting like a macho and just comply? It's not a sacrifice on my side, I'm not that eager to go home. They can't force me into doing anything if I'm not there, right?"

"Who's acting?" Jungkook yelled at me, obviously offended. Although reading people wasn't my forte, it was apparent that he was a softie. Regardless of how ardently he was going to insist, I wouldn't be fooled. "I'm not acting nor pretending, it's just how I roll. And since you're dying to hang out with me, I assume I just can't leave you alone on Christmas."

"Of course."

The moment the last kid whispered its wish to the Santa, Jungkook and I fled the Santa Village, changing out of our elf costumes in a record time. The departure from that terrible place felt far more liberating that leaving school on the very first day of vacation, more unbinding than taking off the chains which were dragging you down. Now, when the horrendous labor was finally over, we just had to wait for the paycheck.

Within nine minutes I was ready, already at the doors, exiting the building. Instantly, when I stepped out, the blows of cold wind hit my face, making me regret leaving the confines of warmth. Why had I even proposed that? I hated everything that was just remotely chilly. Furthermore, I barely knew to skate. It was a terrible idea, and now, when to think of it, I'd rather decorate two Christmas trees.

"Took you long enough," Jungkook commented, as he approached me with tickets and a pair of blades in his hands, "I didn't know your size, so I didn't take a pair for you. Be quick." Waving his hand, he urged me, and I quickly ran up to the booth with ice skates. As soon as I paid, the woman reached for a pair for me, and I blew on my hands which already were cold. The temperature was oscillating around 0 Celsius degrees; the snowflakes that danced around the sky melting right after they landed on the ground.

When I changed my footwear, Jungkook was already waiting for me beside the entrance. Quite clumsily, I wobbled up to him, fully aware of my poor performance. Hopefully, I'd slide the ice with more grace and elegance.

"Have you ever skated before?" Jungkook inquired, his eyebrow cocked as he watched my uncoordinated steps. Blowing the hair off my face, I looked into his eyes, trying to come up with a witty comment, yet before I managed to speak, Jungkook interjected, "don't worry that much. If you ever feel like falling, make sure to do that in my direction, I'll catch you."

"I've skated once or twice, but my limited experience doesn't mean anything. I'm a natural athlete, I shall be fine."

"Sure thing, sweetheart," Jungkook mused as he opened the wicket, allowing me to enter the ice rink first, and I almost fell on the ice face first when the pet name he used rung in my ears. How the hell that happened? He had never called me that; not even once. Not even after the kiss we had shared. Why now? I had already got over the fact that it was meaningless and nothing was going to stem from that, so why he decided to confuse me?

"Should we race?" Jungkook inquired, and I vigorously shook my head; I wasn't going to return home with bruises all over my skin. Besides, it wasn't reckless only for us, plenty of other people skated around us, and I had no intentions of knocking anyone down. Especially, these disgustingly lovey-dovey couples.

"Maybe later, when I warm up, my skills are pretty rusty," I replied politely, so Jungkook wouldn't think that complaining was all I could do properly. True, I was a bit envious, but my crush on Jungkook was kept in check. It was beyond obvious it would go away as soon as we stopped working together, no longer seeing each other practically every day.

The Christmas music was blasting through speakers, and everyone glided across the ice, trying to synchronize one's moves with the festive rhythm. For me, it was quite difficult, but once I got used to the slippery surface under my blades, I rocked on the ice, and if Jungkook wasn't racing before me, his jaw would definitely drop upon seeing me skate.

"Why is everything so easy with you?" Jungkook asked suddenly, as he slowed down to match his pace with mine.

"Must be because of my extremely low expectations," I deadpanned flatly, and Jungkook smiled genuinely at my gloomy response.

"What is that supposed to mean?" Jungkook barked in defence, as he glared at me, almost offended.

"What do you think it means?" I shot him a question, and skated away, but Jungkook caught up with me before I managed to distance myself from him. Quickly, his hand grabbed mine, and he dragged me along with him, his speed too fast for my liking. "I'm just that kind of a friend whom you can disappoint as much as you please, and I still stick with you. You're lucky, Jungkook. I'm one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Also, I have a mentality of a seventeen-year-old boy."

"I don't doubt it," he added cheekily, as he released my hand, giggling when I waved my arms, trying to regain balance.

"You're an asshole, you know that?"

"Doesn't matter, you're gonna stick around anyway," he spoke, repeating my previous statement in an attempt to piss me off. Nice try, Jungkook, I thought, smirking. Was he testing me? I didn't lie to him, and if he purposely tried to push me away, he'd have to step up his game. "Careful there, we're changing the direction," Jungkook hooked his arm under mine and he helped me turn around, as people now were skating the other way.

"Thanks."

"It's nothing, I got you." Jungkook confessed with a shy smile, and I, despite the blowing wind and low temperature, almost melted. He was just too sweet. "Thank you for staying with me. I really appreciate that."

"It's no big deal, you seriously saved me from housework. And if you should know one thing about me, I absolutely hate doing housework which means that you've actually done me a favour. We're even." I stated casually, and Jungkook stared at me as if I had something on my face. Again. Slowly, it became to be his thing, and frankly, it crept me out a little.

"No, I owe you, what do you say about some eggnog, huh?"

"Why not?"

The task was way more difficult than we originally thought; we checked every liquor store on the way to Jungkook's apartment, and it was either closed, or our desirable beverage was sold out. Upon entering our last shop, which was literally in the basement of Jungkook's building, we lost our hope; apparently we weren't fated to have a drink together.

Jungkook was lucky that I wasn't fastidious about my alcohol; as long as he wasn't forcing Bianco wine down my throat, I was going to be fine.

Having informed him about my preference, he turned to the cashier, and I fished out my phone to write a quick text message to my brother so he would tell my parents not to wait for me because I should be back home much later than I had told them in the morning.

"Okay, let's go," Jungkook spoke, as he smiled at me, showing me the purchase. Sweet red wine was a great choice, could he ever disappoint me? Highly unlikely.

His apartment was quite cosy; three men were living here, but it was decorated elegantly, the female's touch much visible. I had expected a man cave, yet I was pleasantly surprised when I saw a fluffy cushions on the couch and a fancy mirror with many ornaments in the hallway.

"Make yourself comfortable," Jungkook said, as he threw his keys in a bowl and kicked the shoes off his feet. "Sorry about the mess, I didn't expect any guests. If I knew, I'd clean up," he apologized, as he collected a couple of T-shirts and tossed them into a laundry basket.

"Don't worry, Jungkook, compared to my room, it's nothing. I wish my room was this tidy." I answered, while taking off my shoes. I had never pegged Jungkook for so much hospitality, it was very heart-melting when he took my coat, offered me a hot beverage, and let me have the warmer blanket. Without any doubt, he was on his best behavior, and I started to wonder whether he was typically like that, or he just tried to impress me.

"So what you wanna do? We can play some video games, or we can stick to my original plan of re-watching 'Home Alone' for the hundredth time. Which option is more appealing?" Jungkook asked enthusiastically, and looked at me with his doe eyes, which always found a way to enchant me. "Of course, in both cases, we're getting drunk if you have any doubts," he added matter-of-factly and smirked at me, as he reached for the corkscrew.

"I'm not really much of a player, you know. My brother recently showed me one part of 'Assassin Creed' and I lost interest in it during the tutorial," I spoke truthfully, and Jungkook refrained himself from kicking me out of his apartment for such a heresy. It was obvious he was disappointed, but I wasn't going to pretend to like video games so he would like me.

"Okay, so the movie it is," he eventually replied, and I beamed at him, "why don't you go to my room and play it on my laptop, and I'll open and pour the wine, okay? It's not protected with a password," Jungkook tilted his head in the direction of his room before he turned around and went to the kitchen for the glasses.

Once I opened the doors, I scanned his room; it was rather tidy and it suited Jungkook so much. His laptop was sitting on his made bed, and I quickly plopped down, turning it on. Just as he said, it wasn't protected with a password, so I easily logged in.

"Do we want to see the first part or the one in New York?" I asked, as I looked at Jungkook who came in with wine, glasses and a bag of potato chips. How did I choose it over a fancy Christmas supper at home? Oh, yeah, I love potato chips. "Or maybe a different movie like 'Love, Actually' or something."

"It does sound like a romantic comedy," Jungkook commented as he placed the snacks on the nightstand and joined me on the bed.

"Because it is," I answered, and Jungkook rolled his eyes, "it's not that sappy, though. It's quite enjoyable."

"Trust me, you're not the first woman who's tried to talk me into a romcom. It always backfires when I comply." Jungkook said, as he shifted on the bed, pouring us wine. Quickly, he handed me the glass and we made a toast, wishing each other 'Merry Christmas'. The wine was really sweet, and I almost moaned in delight. "However, today's the Christmas Eve, just pick whatever you want."

Thirty minutes into the movie, Jungkook and I were leaning against the headboard, watching the movie attentively. The computer was lying in Jungkook's laps, and the bottle of wine was already half empty. Thankfully, Jungkook had an emergency four-pack of beer in the refrigerator, so I didn't worry about running out of alcohol. It was really warm and cosy, and how much I wished I could rest my head on his shoulder.

Gradually, as the plot progressed, we were getting more tired with each passing minute; by the half of the movie, we were just lying on the pillows, trying to focus on the screen. It wasn't boring, but I felt so comfy that I could asleep right then beside him.

"It's not that bad, actually," Jungkook admitted, as he looked at me. His head was resting on the pillow, and he looked so peaceful it made my heart skip a beat. His gaze didn't leave mine, even though I hummed in agreement. Once again, it made me wonder if I had something stuck between my teeth. Why was he doing it? Slowly, Jungkook moved closer to me, and kissed my lips tenderly.

Gently, he cupped my face, and deepened the kiss, as he sucked on my bottom lip.

I didn't push him away, I couldn't bring myself to do that. It felt so heavenly I just couldn't stop. With each second, I wanted him more, and the thought of him ending our little moment was utterly heartbreaking.

His thumb massaged my cheek, as I kissed him back.

"Sorry, I was caught up in a moment," Jungkook confessed, as he pulled away.

"Don't apologise, I liked it."

Jungkook glimpsed at me, looking almost embarrassed, "you liked it because I'm a good kisser, or because it was me?"

"I think both," I replied genuinely, and Jungkook smiled as if my sincere words lit up his whole world.

"Really?" Jungkook asked, cocking up his eyebrow, and I just beamed at him, leaning forward, capturing his lips. The separation, although short, was difficult to handle. I yearned his lips, and the longer I was away from him, the more frustrated I became. Moreover, the feeling was mutual; I wasn't delusional, and Jungkook wanted me as much as I wanted him.

Urgently, I moved closer, and if it wasn't for the blankets we were covered with, our bodies would touch. Grunting into my lips, Jungkook placed his laptop onto the floor. His huge hand landed on the small of my back and he pulled me onto him; he was lying on his back, and I was straddling him, our lips molded together.

"Isn't it too soon?" Jungkook asked in concern, as he stopped my hands from roaming around his neck and shoulders, and I instantly shook my head. Everything was happening so swiftly, yet it was nothing wrong about it when we both wanted it. Jungkook and I craved intimacy, to get lost in our needs, and we weren't going to stop just because in the eyes of society it was inappropriate. The only thing that ought to matter was just our reciprocal consensus.

"No, Jungkook, the timing couldn't be any more perfect," I reassured him before I leaned forward, peppering his jaw and the column of his throat with delicate kisses. Jungkook didn't need another affirmation, and I purred in surprise when his hands squeezed on my bottom playfully.

"Just making sure," he added, as he pulled me closer, our sexes touching through thick fabrics of our clothes and the blanket. "Back at the ice rink, I wanted to kiss you so much, I have no idea how I lasted this long." Jungkook confessed truthfully, and I smashed my lips against his before he managed to say anything that would make me want him more.

Incoherently, Jungkook tried to elaborate, yet it was much more difficult to articulate when I was swirling my tongue around his. "Just shut up and kiss me," I urged him, and he listened to my ask, as he pressed our foreheads together, and nibbled on my bottom lip. Firmly, he grabbed the hem of my sweater and pulled it over my head when we broke the kiss for a second.

"You're killing me, sweetheart," Jungkook whined, and I realized I was grinding against his cock, which was now fully erected and painfully restrained in his pants.

"Sorry," I smiled sheepishly, as I sat on his laps, and pulled down the zipper, releasing his length, which hit against his abdomen, "is it better, now?" I asked when I began stroking his cock, and although I didn't receive a direct reply, I guessed he was enjoying my touch, as he had his eyes closed, his teeth biting on his lip. Languidly, I ran one hand up and down his cock, the other one massaging his balls.

"You have no idea," he hissed, completely giving into the pleasure, as I sucked the tip, while stroking him around the base. "Oh my God," he murmured when I started to swallow more of him with every bob of my head and occasional thrusts of his hips. "You're killing me again," he mused, and I giggled, the vibrations of my throat making him almost come in my mouth.

"What do you want me to do then?" I asked, arching my back like a cat, as he pushed up his T-shirt, revealing his toned chest, allowing me to kiss every inch of his exposed skin. Eagerly, Jungkook took off his shirt, and tossed it across the room. "What do you want, Jungkook?" I carried on, as I placed my hands on his abdominal muscles, and rocked my sex against his throbbing cock.

"For starters, stop teasing me," he deadpanned, as he placed his hands on my hips, halting my moves. Stubbornly, I rolled my eyes, and Jungkook pecked my forehead, smiling like a fool.

"But it turns me on," I replied, grinding my hips against his muscular thighs and hard length despite his firm grip. "Come on, you like it, too," I teased, as I pushed him back onto the sheets, "just relax," I added, nipping his collarbones, making him throw his head back and voice a throaty moan.

"I want to taste you so bad," Jungkook confessed genuinely, and I almost gave in. When Jungkook looked like that and wanted so earnestly to make me feel good, it was awfully difficult to not comply.

"Later," I spoke dismissively, as I plopped beside him, trying to take off my jeans and panties as quickly as I could, "I'm so wet already," I added, before I tossed my undergarment onto the floor. "Do you have a condom?" I asked, and Jungkook reached for a package that was sitting in his nightstand drawer. "Let me," I swiftly snatched the little box, as I straddled him.

"Will you let me do anything?" Jungkook asked, watching me roll the condom down his length.

"Of course, but let me ride you first," I confessed when I firmly grabbed his cock, and rubbed its tip across my drenched folds. "Fuck," I cursed, as his thick length stretched me when I sat on him.

"Are you sure you're alright?" He asked in concern, his thighs tensed, as he watched himself disappear.

"Everything's fine, Jungkook," I reassured him with a simple smile, and Jungkook sighed in relief. "You fill me so good," I moaned, as I started to rock my hips.

"Take off your bra," Jungkook ordered sternly, and I playfully lowered my strip before I reached behind my back to undo the hooks. "You're beautiful," Jungkook admitted, as he sat up, and instantly attacked my cleavage with his lips, his calloused hands kneading my breast.

"Ah, Jungkook," I moaned, kicking my head to the back, as he sucked a hickey on my collarbone. "Fuck," I cursed when Jungkook started to rub my clit. Sensually, I rocked my hips, and Jungkook almost sent me to heaven with his fingers. I was throbbing, and I knew I was going to reach my high with him faster than with any other guy I had ever had sex with. "Jungkook," my voice broke when I tried to moan his name, my legs shaking as warmth ran across my body.

"Yeah, that's right, keep moaning my name," Jungkook hissed, as he placed his hands on my sides, sucking on my nipple.

"Fuck," I panted, my back arched and eyes closed, "I can't, Jungkook, I can't," he looked at me and I fell onto the bed beside him, almost drained out of all my energy. "Please, Jungkook, fuck me."

Instantly, Jungkook hovered above me, lining his pulsating cock in front of my entrance. "You feel so good," Jungkook teased me, as he touched my slit with his fingers. "I really wanted to eat that pussy, you know," he added, as he pushed two fingers inside of me.

"Later, I promise," I assured him, and Jungkook smirked, pumping his fingers swiftly. "You can do whatever you want to me, but please, fuck me, I need to come."

Jungkook licked my juices off his fingers before he grabbed his cock, and pushed himself inside, making me yelp. "Mm... you taste delicious," he purred, as he placed his hands on my sides, slamming his hips against me, filling me to the brim. My moans, along with Jungkook's grunts and the sound of our flesh slapping echoed in the room, creating a passionate symphony of lust.

"Fuck," I breathed out when Jungkook pushed me on the verge of orgasm, one flick of his finger against my clit, and I'd be already in heaven, basking in pleasure. "Jungkook, please," I groaned, pressing my mouth against the pillow in an attempt to muffle my desperate moans for his cock.

"Yes, sweetheart, we're getting there," Jungkook announced, massaging my thighs, pulling me closer. "Just a second," he added, as he rubbed my clit, making me thrust my hips upwards, my need for his touch insatiable.

"I'm coming, fuck, I'm coming!" I screamed at the top of my voice when bliss erupted within me, sending shivers of pleasure to every fiber of my body. My walls clenched around his cock, and Jungkook threw his head backwards, as he came into the condom.

"Holy shit," he cursed in his raspy voice, his breath uneven, "that was fucking amazing," he added, as he pulled out, and lay beside me.

"Yeah, it was, I can't wait for the next round," I agreed with him, as I closed my eyes, and covered my body with the thick blanket. Sex with Jungkook completely drained me out that I didn't even notice when I fell asleep in his embrace. I felt as if I was floating on a cloud; the soft sheets, Jungkook's muscular hands wrapped around me, the recollection of our intimate act lulled me to sleep in no time.

I had no idea what time it was when I woke up; someone was fighting with the lock of his apartment, and since he had mentioned that he lived with two other guys, I didn't worry much about it. It must've been one of his roommates trying to get inside.

Carefully, I rolled to the other side, and stared at Jungkook's peaceful expression. His hair was tousled, yet he looked attractive as ever. His mouth was slightly open, and his eyelashes brushed against his cheek, and for me, he was the best-looking guy on the planet.

"Jungkook, we're here!" A woman's voice rang behind the doors, which immediately opened at the end of a cheerful holler. Without knocking, a woman entered his room, and widened her eyes upon seeing me beside Jungkook. "Oh geez, I had no clue that Jungkook would have a girlfriend over. I'm sorry."

"Mom! What the hell are you doing here?" Jungkook shouted, as he woke up as if being electrocuted.

"I'm sorry, sweetie. We felt bad about leaving you alone on Christmas, so we thought we would make you a surprise. How should I know that I'd be interrupting something?" She tried to defend herself, but Jungkook wasn't having any of this. "If you had told us that you were going to spend Christmas with your girlfriend, we wouldn't have come."

"Out." He mentioned to his mother, and with a sheepish smile upon her face, she took a few steps backward, and closed the doors behind her, giving us the privacy that we needed. "Oh my God, this is so embarrassing. Sorry for all of that, I had no idea."

"Don't worry, it's actually funny," I giggled, adjusting the blanket around my naked body, "and awkward as hell."

"Yeah, tell me about it," he rested his head on the pillow, and looked at me, "so what do you say?"

"About what?" I asked, furrowing my eyebrows in confusion.

"You know... she thinks you're my girlfriend," he started, as he pointed at the doors, referring to his mother who was probably eavesdropping us now. Instantly, I smiled at him brightly, as I suspected what he was about to say. Somebody pinch me! "I mean... I'm not that grossed out by the idea of dating you, so what do you say? Do you want to be my girlfriend?" He asked, and I smacked him in the head. If Jungkook was great at many things, he was plainly terrible at confessing.

"You don't expect me to say yes after that awful confession, do you?" I asked him, mildly offended at his choice of words; was it even a compliment?

"You know I didn't mean it like that."

"Yeah, Jungkook, I know."