After several hours of painting and drying, the final touches are complete, and Blackfire begins wrapping it.
"I can't wait for Christmas Day," Flashfire says as she jumps around. "Seeing their faces will be so wonderful!"
"I know!" Blackfire says as she tapes down a flap of the shiny paper. "This will be a great present."
You assist Blackfire with the trickier parts of the wrapping, making sure the folds don't give the present's form.
"There, all done!"
It looks almost comical now, with certain limbs exaggerated, others hidden completely. You carefully store it away for the night as your stomach grumbles.
"Dinner time!"
A delicious feast is prepared, but you salivate more at the fact that tomorrow's will be even bigger. The three of you begin, passing bread around and slicing meats into sections.
Another hour later, the three of you have finished, your stomachs full and quiet. Blackfire and Flashfire put the leftovers away as you turn on the television. A Christmas special is on, and you settle in.
Blackfire and Flashfire sit down, Blackfire laying down and resting her head on your lap. Flashfire sits on the wheeled ottoman, and the three of you watch the special together.
"Oh, this is the story of Santa's origins!" Flashfire marvels. "This'll be great!"
The movie goes on, and the details of Santa Claus' legend are explained. He keeps track of everyone with the help of a wizard's magic snow ball, and makes the toys with the help of a family of "elves". Upon checking his list twice, he rides in a red sleigh pulled by eight magic reindeer that can fly.
"Such impressive magic," Blackfire says as she lifts her head. "No wonder he can cover the planet in only one night!"
The movie ends, and the three of you head off to bed. Snuggled together, you and Blackfire talk of the future, and how you'll celebrate Christmas with your children. Soon, you fall asleep, Blackfire in your arms, her breath on your neck so warm and comforting.
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