[On the morning of the twenty-fifth, whenever Hiyori awakens from her restful slumber, she'll find a small black box wrapped with gold ribbon on her desk. Upon opening it she'll be greeted with a multifaceted gemstone necklace that glows faintly with magic. There's no note or card. Wonder who it could be from, hmm~?]
[ she wakes up bright and early as always, but before she makes it a step out of her room, she's checking on all the capyper she made over the month. every handcrafted inari she's going to hand out in the name of yatogami. that's when she spots the box that wasn't there the night before on her desk. weird.
immediately she looks at her wall, in the direction of yato's room, before checking for a note. any hint of who it's from. nothing. huh...
it's opened meticulously, if not cautiously. tugging the ribbon off first and setting that aside. when she finally gets to open this box--
she nearly slams the lid back on it in shock. she opens it again, slower, and peeks at it. but just puts the lid back with her heart pounding up in her throat. back and forth, peek and close. until finally, hiyori is staring at it with awe as it sits there and winks at her. it's so pretty. there's so many gems and it's glowing and
it's beautiful. too much. only one person does too much in this way and he lives with her.
knock, knock. ]
G-good morning, Yato! Merry Christmas! [ don't mind that crack in her voice. ]
[Yato's been a busy, busy boy. Over the course of the last month he's been collecting various gemstone insects for someone who was willing to exchange them for jewelry. Having seen that request, there was no way he could pass it up without giving it a try, at least. The search for specific types of bugs took him all over Songerein, from volcanic caves to snowy mountains to densely packed forests, all in the name of crafting the perfect necklace for Hiyori.
It was over the top and extra in a way that's become something of a signature to him.
Maybe that's why he's still in bed when Hiyori comes a knocking. Gradually, though, he begins to stir as her voice breaks through the haze of sleep, reminding him what day it is. He struggles to sit up groggily with a yawn, stretching his arms out before him like a cat before calling out in reply.]
Mmm, morning! Merry Christmas to you, too! C'mon in!
[ using bugs to craft her something. just like that silken wedding dress. yep, that's yato for you. she's just as overwhelmed by this as she was by the wedding dress, too...
what does he mean come in?! h-he's not sick. there's no reason to be in his room. AND SHE'S IN HER PAJAMAS.
the door opens enough for hiyori to peek in, her eyes poking around the edge, before she pushes it all the way open. she's clutching something in her hand, close to her chest, and holds something else behind her back. ]
[In his mind gifts that are made entirely by hand are filled with even more love than those that are partially bought, so it's his way of showing that he cares.
Even as he calls out to her, he's throwing off the covers and hopping into his tracksuit pants. At least he's got a shirt on? Though it's not like it's the first time she's seen him in his pajamas. And he's seen her in just a towel, so...
He's straightening out his shirt when she cautiously peers in, being met with bright blue eyes and a big smile. It's Christmas--! He's practically bouncing in place as he greets her with a quick wave.]
--! Santa came? Here?!
[Given it's a dream world, he wasn't sure if Santa could make it, but it seems he has...! Padding over, he leans this way and that to try seeing past her.]
whether it's conscious or not, a smile spreads across her face. yato's starbright, unrepentant happiness has a way of doing that. slowly but surely. as surely as she relaxes and opens the door more fully to him in maximum kid-mode excitement. she stifles a laugh and nods. ]
Mhm! Yep, he left something by the tree for you, but... um, I got you this.
[ from behind her back, hiyori offers a wrapped package shyly. like his, it's wrapped simply, but instead of a gold ribbon there's a big red one. ]
I may have accidentally opened one already, too...
[That's likely the reason he has no qualms about either one of them engaging in a conversation while not quite dressed yet. At least he's not an exhibitionist?
The way his enthusiasm spreads to Hiyori cycles back around to Yato himself, leaving him gasping like a fish to hear that Santa actually came and left him something, and that Hiyori has a present for him as well. This is the best Christmas ever--! He dances back a little to give her space to come inside the room, hands clasped before him.]
Oh wow, really? Thank you...!
[With the utmost care he takes the package from her, an expression of adoration gracing his face as he looks between her and her gift. So pretty...]
Ah, that's alright! They're meant to be opened, anyway. Did you-- Um, what did you think of it...?
[Suddenly turning shy, he holds his gift to his chest, eyes searching her expression for any indication of what she might be thinking regarding her own present.]
for all her shyness, she seems pretty excited to see yato open his gift. the other ones can be from santa. if her soul was out, her tail would most certainly be wagging. also entering his room now without an issue. SITTING ON HIS BED WITHOUT ISSUE.
until he brings up her gift. her hand clenches around it once before unfolding her fingers to show it's in her palm. glowing and glimmering with harnessed magic. ]
It's... beautiful. Colorful. [ h-heavy. but not as heavy as a wedding dress is. it really is pretty. she's never... gotten jewelry from-
from a boy. man. god. it shows in her flushed cheeks. currency isn't a thing so how in the heck did yato GET this? ] I can't help but stare at it. I-it's almost too pretty for me to wear...! All these gemstones...
[With Santa being a little b-- jerkface and not bringing Hiyori an appropriate amount of presents for Christmas, Yato has taken it upon himself to fill in and provide her with his very own advent calendar of presents in the days following. Therefore, she'll find one a day for the next twelve days, starting with a small token of his appreciation. How he managed to barter for this mess is up for debate. They are, in order:
1. Earrings to match her necklace (pierced) 2. Bracelet to match her necklace and earrings 3. Xmas daruma doll 4. Pink gumdrop beanie plush 5. Set of clay crafting tools and paint 6. Handwritten starter cookbook, including the recipe for Yatogami's Pillow Pancakes 7. Private diary and pen set, not connected like their journals 8. Set of anatomy books similar to what she was studying at home 9. Pink flannel pajamas to match his own, with fur trim around the edges 10. Velvet holiday dress, complete with heels and stockings 11. Xmas Beanbag Chair (for two) 12. One (1) life-size, ride-on reindeer plush
[ day 1 and day 2 are sweet. if only her ears were pierced, she thinks. by day 5, she's getting... a little concerned but still mostly touched that yato is going out of his way to get her gifts like he's a cat showing affection. it's probably because he feels bad about the santa thing, which was totally her fault. so she'll deal with this. they're thoughtful (especially those anatomy books! she can study again!). day 10 she's starting to feel it's getting out of hand and she's worried about the following days, but she realizes what's going on. advent calendar.
day 12 finally comes and she has no idea what to expect after a freakin' beanbag chair. certainly not to find a FULL-SIZED DEER PLUSH in her room first thing in the morning. as such, throughout the treehouse and possibly even heard by the neighbors, ]
[Having been out in the kitchen preparing for breakfast after sneaking Rainy the deer into Hiyori's room (yes, he's already decided on a name for her), Yato all but jumps out of his skin when that yell rings echoes throughout the house and probably down the street several blocks.
Within a couple of seconds he's bursting into the room, dreamotion sword formed in one hand and ready to fight off whatever threat might be targeting Hiyori. Is it a noctaere? His dad?? A really big spider?! Whatever the threat, it better watch out--!]
HIYORI!! Are you okay?!
[Clad in his pajamas, he doesn't exactly cut a very impressive figure, but at least he's armed?]
[ when he bursts into the room, hiyori is standing on her bed and has her back plastered to the wall behind her, one of her thick anatomy books in her hands raised up to defend herself, and breathing hard. it doesn't look like there's any noctaere. or his dad (thank gods). or a big spider, although that would probably cause her to at least yelp pretty loudly. nobody likes big bugs. not hiyori.
her face has gone white as a sheet and she's in the pajamas yato gifted her on day 9. ]
THERE'S A--!!
[ hold on. that deer hasn't moved at all after her screaming and flailing around. it hasn't so much as twitched as yato bolted down the hallway, threw open his door, and shouted too.
IT'S A ]
YATO. DID YOU DO THIS?? DID YOU PUT THIS IN MY ROOM???
[Scanning the room for the danger, he takes in nothing outwardly suspicious. (Sans reindeer because you know, totally normal when you've put it there.) He doesn't let down his guard, though, not until Hiyori is directing his attention to said plush. Then he lets his sword dissipate as he walks over to Rainy and throws his arms around her neck, balancing on one foot.]
Oh, this? Yeah! Isn't she awesome! I knew I had to go for something big for the final day, so I had them do a rush order.
[He nuzzles up against the fluffy fur, grinning like he's the one who got a gift.]
[ HAVING A GIANT PLUSH REINDEER IN YOUR ROOM IS NOT NORMAL. but once it becomes clear that this is all yato's doing, she sinks into a heap on her mattress in absolute relief.
awesome... yeah... of course. he had to go for something big on the final day, rushing an order. uuugggghhhh she thought she would have a heart attack when she woke up to some unknown creature in her room. staring at her!
she lifts her head to give the plush an unsure look, but carefully scoots herself to the edge of the bed and stands up. like the deer is going to turn its head and bite at her. ]
Yato, where are we going to put this? [ she asks as she reaches forward to rub the muzzle.
[tbf there's a lot about Yato that's not normal, so really, this should just be par for the course. That he doesn't see anything strange or unusual about this set-up is just another proof of that fact.
He almost comes over to check on Hiyori, but figures that she's probably just overwhelmed by the splendor of gift number twelve~ After all, how could anyone not fall in love with this cute (not so little) face when they lay eyes upon her?? She's amazing! Especially when it comes to the craftsmanship. Why, she almost looks like a real reindeer! How cool is that?
After Hiyori is on her feet, he gestures eagerly for her to come closer, petting the plush's flank with one hand.]
I was thinking maybe in the entrance to greet visitors! It could be like having a pet dog that runs to the door to meet people!
[He beams at her once her hand touches fur, eyebrows raised in search of approval. Soft, innit??]
[ ... fair point. still, this isn't anywhere on her list of "Strange Things Yato Has/Will Do". buying her a life-size reindeer!! it's the fact that it looks so real that is the real terrifying part. that nearly made her pass out in fright. those eyes stare into her soul. ]
In the...!? N, no! You'll scare people away! I'll get scared coming home!!
[ ok, yes, it's soft. she's still rubbing her muzzle and trailing along the head to stroke up the nose toward the forehead. ]
C-can't we put it outside? By the snowmen we made or something?
[ not like they have storage. under the treehouse, maybe. pet pet pet.
this gift is too much, but with yato beaming at her like that, she can't tell him to send it back. knowing him, he's already named it. ]
It's not something I would brag about, but I do like the look of pressed flowers, and they make wonderful bookmarks. This is very topical, but you can have entire conversations based on what flowers you receive.
You know, that makes sense. You're a flower earring for Bishamon-san after all. Pressed flowers are pretty and sort of timeless when they're like that. In my journal at home, I've pressed a couple, too.
You're talking about hanakotoba, right? Do you know the language?
I know that I look rather young, but I am much older than what I look like. I had plenty of time to find ways to say things that I could not actually say in person. I once gave Viina a bouquet that consisted of lavender roses. Do you know the meaning of those flowers or what yellow roses mean?
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Action, 12/25
!!
immediately she looks at her wall, in the direction of yato's room, before checking for a note. any hint of who it's from. nothing. huh...
it's opened meticulously, if not cautiously. tugging the ribbon off first and setting that aside. when she finally gets to open this box--
she nearly slams the lid back on it in shock. she opens it again, slower, and peeks at it. but just puts the lid back with her heart pounding up in her throat. back and forth, peek and close. until finally, hiyori is staring at it with awe as it sits there and winks at her. it's so pretty. there's so many gems and it's glowing and
it's beautiful. too much. only one person does too much in this way and he lives with her.
knock, knock. ]
G-good morning, Yato! Merry Christmas! [ don't mind that crack in her voice. ]
HEHE
It was over the top and extra in a way that's become something of a signature to him.
Maybe that's why he's still in bed when Hiyori comes a knocking. Gradually, though, he begins to stir as her voice breaks through the haze of sleep, reminding him what day it is. He struggles to sit up groggily with a yawn, stretching his arms out before him like a cat before calling out in reply.]
Mmm, morning! Merry Christmas to you, too! C'mon in!
PHONETAGS..........
what does he mean come in?! h-he's not sick. there's no reason to be in his room. AND SHE'S IN HER PAJAMAS.
the door opens enough for hiyori to peek in, her eyes poking around the edge, before she pushes it all the way open. she's clutching something in her hand, close to her chest, and holds something else behind her back. ]
I, um, have something for you... from Santa...
[ it's from her. ]
\o/
Even as he calls out to her, he's throwing off the covers and hopping into his tracksuit pants. At least he's got a shirt on? Though it's not like it's the first time she's seen him in his pajamas. And he's seen her in just a towel, so...
He's straightening out his shirt when she cautiously peers in, being met with bright blue eyes and a big smile. It's Christmas--! He's practically bouncing in place as he greets her with a quick wave.]
--! Santa came? Here?!
[Given it's a dream world, he wasn't sure if Santa could make it, but it seems he has...! Padding over, he leans this way and that to try seeing past her.]
Shall we open presents, then?
I PHONETAG FOR YATORI
(and she's seen yato's capyper pajamas)
whether it's conscious or not, a smile spreads across her face. yato's starbright, unrepentant happiness has a way of doing that. slowly but surely. as surely as she relaxes and opens the door more fully to him in maximum kid-mode excitement. she stifles a laugh and nods. ]
Mhm! Yep, he left something by the tree for you, but... um, I got you this.
[ from behind her back, hiyori offers a wrapped package shyly. like his, it's wrapped simply, but instead of a gold ribbon there's a big red one. ]
I may have accidentally opened one already, too...
I KNOW THAT FEEL
At least he's not an exhibitionist?The way his enthusiasm spreads to Hiyori cycles back around to Yato himself, leaving him gasping like a fish to hear that Santa actually came and left him something, and that Hiyori has a present for him as well. This is the best Christmas ever--! He dances back a little to give her space to come inside the room, hands clasped before him.]
Oh wow, really? Thank you...!
[With the utmost care he takes the package from her, an expression of adoration gracing his face as he looks between her and her gift. So pretty...]
Ah, that's alright! They're meant to be opened, anyway. Did you-- Um, what did you think of it...?
[Suddenly turning shy, he holds his gift to his chest, eyes searching her expression for any indication of what she might be thinking regarding her own present.]
HOLDS THEM IN MY ARMS
isn't he???for all her shyness, she seems pretty excited to see yato open his gift. the other ones can be from santa. if her soul was out, her tail would most certainly be wagging. also entering his room now without an issue. SITTING ON HIS BED WITHOUT ISSUE.
until he brings up her gift. her hand clenches around it once before unfolding her fingers to show it's in her palm. glowing and glimmering with harnessed magic. ]
It's... beautiful. Colorful. [ h-heavy. but not as heavy as a wedding dress is. it really is pretty. she's never... gotten jewelry from-
from a boy. man. god. it shows in her flushed cheeks. currency isn't a thing so how in the heck did yato GET this? ] I can't help but stare at it. I-it's almost too pretty for me to wear...! All these gemstones...
CRADLES THEM LOVINGLY
MERRY SHIPMAS
AND HAPPY NEW PAIR
HEHEHEHE I LIKE THAT
HEHE IT DOES WORK DOESN'T IT
VERY CLEVER VERY GOOD
MUCH LOVE VERY SMOOCHY
SUCH ROMANCE EXTRA HOLIDAY
BIG DORKS MANY BLUSHES
UNLIMITED BLUSHES!!!!!!
TO INFINITY AND BEYOND!!!
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Action, 12/26-1/6
How he managed to barter for this mess is up for debate.They are, in order:1. Earrings to match her necklace (pierced)
2. Bracelet to match her necklace and earrings
3. Xmas daruma doll
4. Pink gumdrop beanie plush
5. Set of clay crafting tools and paint
6. Handwritten starter cookbook, including the recipe for Yatogami's Pillow Pancakes
7. Private diary and pen set, not connected like their journals
8. Set of anatomy books similar to what she was studying at home
9. Pink flannel pajamas to match his own, with fur trim around the edges
10. Velvet holiday dress, complete with heels and stockings
11. Xmas Beanbag Chair (for two)
12. One (1) life-size, ride-on reindeer plush
RIP Hiyori.]
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day 12 finally comes and she has no idea what to expect after a freakin' beanbag chair. certainly not to find a FULL-SIZED DEER PLUSH in her room first thing in the morning. as such, throughout the treehouse and possibly even heard by the neighbors, ]
GYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!!
[ rip, indeed. ]
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Within a couple of seconds he's bursting into the room, dreamotion sword formed in one hand and ready to fight off whatever threat might be targeting Hiyori. Is it a noctaere? His dad?? A really big spider?! Whatever the threat, it better watch out--!]
HIYORI!! Are you okay?!
[Clad in his pajamas, he doesn't exactly cut a very impressive figure, but at least he's armed?]
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her face has gone white as a sheet and she's in the pajamas yato gifted her on day 9. ]
THERE'S A--!!
[ hold on. that deer hasn't moved at all after her screaming and flailing around. it hasn't so much as twitched as yato bolted down the hallway, threw open his door, and shouted too.
IT'S A ]
YATO. DID YOU DO THIS?? DID YOU PUT THIS IN MY ROOM???
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Oh, this? Yeah! Isn't she awesome! I knew I had to go for something big for the final day, so I had them do a rush order.
[He nuzzles up against the fluffy fur, grinning like he's the one who got a gift.]
Why don't you come on down and pet her??
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awesome... yeah... of course. he had to go for something big on the final day, rushing an order. uuugggghhhh she thought she would have a heart attack when she woke up to some unknown creature in her room. staring at her!
she lifts her head to give the plush an unsure look, but carefully scoots herself to the edge of the bed and stands up. like the deer is going to turn its head and bite at her. ]
Yato, where are we going to put this? [ she asks as she reaches forward to rub the muzzle.
ooo soft. ]
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He almost comes over to check on Hiyori, but figures that she's probably just overwhelmed by the splendor of gift number twelve~ After all, how could anyone not fall in love with this cute (not so little) face when they lay eyes upon her?? She's amazing! Especially when it comes to the craftsmanship. Why, she almost looks like a real reindeer! How cool is that?
After Hiyori is on her feet, he gestures eagerly for her to come closer, petting the plush's flank with one hand.]
I was thinking maybe in the entrance to greet visitors! It could be like having a pet dog that runs to the door to meet people!
[He beams at her once her hand touches fur, eyebrows raised in search of approval. Soft, innit??]
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In the...!? N, no! You'll scare people away! I'll get scared coming home!!
[ ok, yes, it's soft. she's still rubbing her muzzle and trailing along the head to stroke up the nose toward the forehead. ]
C-can't we put it outside? By the snowmen we made or something?
[ not like they have storage. under the treehouse, maybe. pet pet pet.
this gift is too much, but with yato beaming at her like that, she can't tell him to send it back. knowing him, he's already named it. ]
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You're talking about hanakotoba, right? Do you know the language?
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