It wasn't very often that Kyle got to say he had embarrassed Alfred. After all, it was hard to publicly embarrass a man who truly believed the phrase "A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand". But sometimes, just sometimes, Kyle got to see Alfred a blushing mess over something in public.

"Kyle, I swear to God, if you pull off your jacket and show the world your sweater before we get to the party, I will murder you."

"What? I thought the upside down Christmas tree was a nice touch. Besides, I'd think you have more reason to be embarrassed."

"Whether or not you've seen the movie, you know it's a reference, Kyle! It's a cultural touchstone the same way most people have seen The Princess Bride!"

Kyle snorted. The ugly sweater party was such an American tradition. If they tried to have such a Christmas event in Oz, everyone would have just melted into a puddle.

He smiled as they passed a small group of people, whispering low enough that only Alfred could hear, but would be concerned about his citizens overhearing.

"You just don't like the fact I have basically have an arrow pointing at my dick."

"I swear to God you will die if you say that again!" Alfred muttered, his face turning scarlet.

"You have a sexy leg lamp on your sweater!" Kyle said with a laugh as they continued to walk.

"You are dead to me." Alfred muttered.

They finally reached the house where the party was being held. Kyle grinned as he finally took off his jacket.

"Hail Santa." He grinned, giving Alfred a peck on the cheek.

Alfred took a deep breath. "Be glad I like you, Aussie. Be very glad."

Author's Note: Behold the sweaters!
(Also go watch A Christmas Story if you've never seen it before.)