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dark-moonlust · 24 days ago

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A December to Remember

Commission December 2024 for anon

Disclaimer: Copyright @ 2024 by Kate Hart

This commission is owned by Kate Hart. As the original writer, I strictly forbid any form of reproduction, replication, or translation of my stories without my explicit consent.

Pairing: orc x fem reader

Summary: this story follows reader and her orc boyfriend, Ghrath, through their first Christmas together. They try to find the perfect Christmas tree and celebrate their first Christmas together.

Warnings: no smut but it’s implied, flirty and funny moments, touches, kisses, fluffy and romantic themes, Xmas story about love, laughter, decorating, and first-Christmas together —may cause excessive smiling or daydreaming about orc boyfriends! 😘

Cold winter air stung your cheeks as you drew your orc boyfriend, Ghrath, deeper into the snow-covered forest. You tightened your scarf around your neck as you walked through the woods, Ghrath's hand enfolding yours, calloused yet warm. His emerald-green skin shone out against the white winterland but the cold didn't seem to hurt him at all—as if it ever did. You were dressed in warm layers but unlike you, your boyfriend wore jeans and a thin shirt. The snow crunched beneath his boots as his golden eyes darted between the trees.

“Okay, explain this again, my love," he mumbled, his deep voice vibrating through you. "We cut down a tree, drag it inside, and then decorate it? Why?"

"Because it's tradition. It's also festive and makes the house feel cozy,” you explained, squeezing his hand. He was amusing you but you could tell he secretly liked it—anything that made you happy was worthwhile to him.

"Hmph," Ghrath didn’t speak but his expression softened as he noticed how your cheeks flushed red with enthusiasm.

It was the most bizarre thing he’d ever heard. Orcs didn’t celebrate Christmas like that. They fought battles and took part in mighty competitions. For him, picking the best Christmas tree was less of a holiday tradition than an odd human quest, but he was determined to enjoy it. His mate wanted a tree, therefore you would get one.

Whatever made you happy, he would do it.

"This one looks strong," Ghrath said, pausing in front of a gigantic pine that was easily 20 feet tall. He stood boldly, arms folded across his wide chest, waiting for your approval.

You tried not to laugh. "Babe, we don't need a tree that can double as a watchtower. I told you it needs to fit in the living room."

Ghrath frowned as he looked between the high tree and you. “Are you sure? I think it would create a statement. Guests would see it and think, "Yes, Ghrath must be the strongest mate to find such a mighty tree."

You laughed, coming closer and running your fingers along the tree trunk. "It's not all about size, big guy.”

He arched a brow. “You didn’t think that this morning when you were choking my di—”

“Hey! Don’t bring sex into this!” You lightly smacked his chest, your cheeks stinging with heat. "This is about our tree.”

"You are adorable when I tease you.” He wrapped his arms around your waist, pulling you close to him, the warmth of his body seeping through your thick jacket. "I'll behave. I promise.”

You gave him a sharp look but your lips twitched with a grin you couldn't hide. "You better."

“Okay, my love, tell me what to look for when searching for the perfect Christmas tree."

“Well, the tree needs to be healthy. Green and with needles that bend rather than break. See how this one's needles are stiff and brittle?" Walking to one of the trees, you took a branch and showed him, the needles snapping beneath your fingertips. "That suggests it is very dry. It’s not the one.”

Ghrath tilted his head, fascinated, and bent down to sniff the branch. The pines tickled his nose. "Hmph. Fine, my love. I will find the perfect tree for you."

You smiled, pulling his hand to lead him farther into the trees. His heavy boots made the snow crunch louder as you searched the woods. Every now and then, Ghrath would pause and point theatrically to –surprise– yet another massive tree.

"This is the one! Look at it, my love. It's straight, tall, and sturdy. Like me, yeah?" His tusks glinted as he gave you a playful wink.

"Ghrath," you murmured, stifling a giggle, "that tree looks fine but again, it’s too big. It would crush our house. Where would we even put it?"

"I'll cut off the top and stick it through the ceiling,” he said casually. “Problem solved."

This time you burst out in laughter, leaning in and burying your face in his chest. His hand immediately reached up to cradle the back of your head and his deep chuckle echoed through you.

“What? You think I can’t carry it? I'm the strongest.”

"Ghrath, I don't need to test you. I already know you're the strongest," you said, pulling him down by the front of his shirt and kissing his lips softly. "But all I want is the ideal tree. Not a mountain that will destroy the house."

Your mate sulked and walked over to another tree that was smaller but equally absurdly tall. "This one, then?”

“Babe, are you kidding me?”

“No? You are impossible to please, woman." He gestured toward a small crooked fir. "What about this one?"

"Ghrath, that one looks completely haggard.”

“Hmm… it is a little weak,” he hummed to himself. “Not good for you, my soft little mate. I will find one more satisfying."

After what seemed like miles of travel and several teasing comments from Ghrath (one of the trees was "too skinny—it would snap like a twig." Another one was "clearly too short and weak—look at those sad little branches." By the time you spotted a medium-sized but perfectly symmetrical evergreen, you were virtually in tears. Ahhh, finally! The tree was strong and sturdy, with soft needles that clung to its branches as you ran your gloved fingertips down them.

You turned to Ghrath, grinning. "This is the one, babe! It’s perfect!"

Here’s a little peek at the commission! Since it turned out a little bigger than expected, the rest is posted for free over on my Patreοn if you’d like to read it. Hope you enjoy!

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