December has come, with a huge snow. In a single day 10 inches dropped and seemed it didn't want to stop the next day. Miyo looked only from the living room to the snow -white landscape. She hated this section of the year, like the rest of the winter season. It is not difficult to figure out the reason: her family. At this point, sIt is not difficult to figure out the cause of your family. At this point, she looked at the death by frost all the time and was grateful for cooking. But now, the fire is cracking in the fireplace, from the spekaers what Mineta found, Bob Dylan's song called Beyond the Sea could be heard, and at outside, the current person making the final touches from the snowman's which was modeled after them and placed next to Kudou, she can finally enjoy this situation completely.
"Miyo! Can you turn a little here?"
"Yes, danna-sama."
She then received a kiss that made her blush, but she reciprocated passionately. The only one who was happy for this as if he were a child is Mineta. He was enjoying the snow every time and he was planning to finish the snowman's construction today. He couldn't do anything else because he had to give up the snowball shooting. He did not shoot Kudou, Miyo, Yurie, Hazuki and Hana. But everyone else was a free target for him. Kouji was hit three times in the back of the head and Godou got that twice. Kudou drew the line there when he successfully shot Arata right in the ear. In the case of this, he could scrape the snow from there for an hour. He remained to build snowmen, where he try Kudou's patience again. Because he wanted a lifelike work, he stoled two kimonos and wanted to dress up them. Yurie noticed in time, so he took of that plan. But now he was ready with his work. He went in with a huge smile, switched a slipper and took off the thicker kimono used in the outside area to warm up to the fireplace.
"Did you finish the snowmens?" Kudou asked.
"Yep. True, I'm not a big sculptor, but it's okay for this."
"I see you really enjoy snowing"
"That's right. Perfect for the white Christmas."
"Christmas?" asked Miyo inadvertently.
"Really, this holiday is not so widespread here. A celebration of peace, love and family. And, of course, "Let's buy ourselves shit." too, but that's beside the point now."
"And the snow doesn't fall in your time?"
"Of course, but not at Christmas. The worst was Easter snowstorm. Then Santa Claus brought the Easter egg instead of Easter rabbit. Come to think of it... Here is the first opportunity of my life to celebrate Christmas as any normal person want it, not to be celebrated in 1905." he said with a little sadder tone, but quickly aroused. "I don't care! I'll be celebrating, even if no one else will. Miyo could use some happiness anyway, right? Then, I write a list."
"What list?" Kudou asked.
"Who I want to give gifts to. I told you, first time and I'll celebrate."
Then he ran for paper and pen. They both looked at just smiling.
" He's quite enthusiastic about this Christmas thing."
"As you say. However, I will be happy to try this tradition. Sounds pretty good." Kudou nodded. Mineta came back, began to write.
"Let's see. You two of course, Hana, Yurie, your sister can't miss out." he pointed at Kudou. "Raijin, Itou, Otogiri..."
"Do you want to give a gift to a courtesan?"
"Yes. She really liked me and I've been there more than once. Excellent company and I mean not only for the hotter act." he answered, and looked his list. "In the case of a Sisf**ker, I still consider it. Rope in his neck maybe?"
"Don't call Arata like that! We have talked about this." Kudou announced.
"You're right. Niecef**ker. Better?"
"Absolutely not!"
"Okay, I get the message."he whispered and then looked his list. " God, I hate censorship."
"By the way, what are the traditions about Christmas?"
Mineta is completely involved them in the basics. Food and habits and stuff like that. Of course, this was adjusted by the beginning of the 20th century. Kudou and Miyo just listened. They finally concluded that this was feasible.
"Hope it's not hard." he finished with the explanation.
"No. In fact, I think it's really cute and cozy." Miyo smiled at the end.
"Then I'll invite my sister and godou at 24. Raijin and his son leave the city around the 20th, having taken on the task of training an outer military squad."
"Okay then." Mineta said and stood up. "Fortunately, I saved quite a lot. It's not difficult because I have quite a few release."
"You were a couple of times with Otogiri. No matter how much she like you, she could ask a lot."
Kudou noted with a little laugh.
"Not really. In this respect, too, it she's quite correct. And there was a comb I bought. Then that's it. There's food, a roof over my head. I don't really want to spend on anything else."
"And how public can gifts be?" Miyo asked fast.
"The person you want to give must not know what it is. Otherwise, there's no surprise. However, you can ask someone else for advice."
"And what do you want as a gift?" Kudou took over a series of questions. He thought about it.
"This is such a good question as what I give a courtesan as a gift." He replied, and they blushed and laughed. That's how started the first Christmas in the Kudou estate.

The next morning, Miyo went alone to buy the gifts. At first, she was quite confident, but when she stood in front of the shops and looked at the windows, she realized that this was an almost impossible task. Even though the number of people to be gifted was the same as Mineta, it was in the deck that they would not like the gift. She thought, that she would try again tomorrow, along with help, when a woman called.
"You seem to be deep in your thoughts."
She turned to the sound and bowed.
"No, it's okay."
"You're Saimori Miyo. Am I right?"
She looked at her face, but she didn't know her at all. Finally, she was able to share so much with her.
"Yes, I am."
"Wow. You're really as beautiful as Mineta told me."
"Did you know him?"
"Yes, but where is my manner? My name is Otogiri."
That's when Miyo remembered who she was dealing with. Her name and profession were mentioned not a single time. Otogiri didn't bother herself and caressed Miyo's face with her two hands. It makes her blush.
"You are the most beautiful thing I have ever seen."
"You're beautiful too." she whispered with a smile.
"Thank you."
"Is it true you're a courtesan?"
"Yes, that's my job."
"And you've...done...with...Mineta?" she asked so quietly and shyly, that Otogiri was a little confused.
"What... oh! Yes, after all, that's what he paid for. But, can I tell you a secret?"
"Yes."
"Maybe he's the first man I'd ever do it with for free. After all, he's honest and he seems to understand me completely. He's like Kudou for you, if I may put it this way."
Miyo smiled, though her face was still red. She had never met a courtesan, only Kanoko called her not once. Otogiri still smiled.
"Would you like to have some hot cocoa with me? My treat."
"Thank you and I accept your offer."
They went to the nearest restaurant and there, Otogiri ordered two mugs.
"Forgive me for asking, but what have you been thinking about?" she asked me while they waiting for cocoa.
"I have to buy gifts, but I have no idea what."
"I get it. I get gifts myself, but most returning guests don't bother to ask about my taste."
"This must be bad." Miyo muttered, when they got their drinks."
"Yeah. But this is about you, isn't it? How would you like to make them chocolate?"
"It's a good gift?" she asked uncertainly.
"I don't think that's a bad idea. After all, everyone loves it, you can season whatever you want and feel your kindness from their heart."
Miyo sipped her cocoa. This idea sounds very good so far.
"Thank you for the advice." she said with a bow, but Otogiri waved.
"Anytime for Mineta's friend."
"I don't know much about the recipe."
Otogiri then shared it with her because she knew his method. Miyo wrote it on a piece of paper just to be safe.
"Thank you so much again. Can I just make a request?"
"Sure."
"If you see him, don't tell him what I'm going to do."
"Are you making him a gift too?" She giggled and grabbed Miyo's shoulder. "Okay then. Lock in my mouth."
While they were drinking their cocoa, they were talking about a few minor topics. Miyo didn't want to know any insider details about being a courtesan, but Otogiri didn't force her to. They hugged each other as goodbye. Miyo finally went into the grocery store and decided to do it for her too. The only thing for sure right now. She will transfer her gift with Mineta, as she does not want to set foot in the red light district.

That afternoon, Mineta looked in line at the shops in the city and tried to put the gifts together in his brain. But he had to realize it was totally lame to that. A book for kudou? He forgot the thought because he couldn't give me something he loved and didn't have. Premium chocolate for Otogiri? He's sure not one customer has ever given her anything like this. A tie or a sock would be a sensible idea, but it was not invented in this century. Even in his day, it was the most trivial gift. Finally, he took a deep breath and decided what he was going to give to whom. His first trip led him to the beauty salon, where he bought a luxury makeup set for Miyo. Then, as a gift from Yurie, he picked out a sewing kit. Real luxury piece and not even too peppery in price. As for Hazuki, he bought a bracelet with a tasteful flower pattern and bright colors. In Godou's case, he was in a bit of trouble, but he solved it quickly. He bought a bottle of sake and a chocolate bar. In one of the clothing stores, he found the gift of Otogiri, which was a wonderful hair ornament. He also bought a box of candied fruit. All that was left was Kudou, but he had no idea what to give him. He looked at the store windows without hesitation, but he didn't want to put anything together in his head. He finally stopped at the beauty salon where he bought his gift for Miyo. He was already frustrated at this point because he had already run four laps.
"Now I understand how difficult it is to create an original shounen fighting manga." he grumbled in frustration when the door opened.
"Oh! Mineta! Good to see you."
He looked up and suddenly felt joy in his heart. It was Otogiri, who had a smaller bag on her shoulder.
"Hey. I buy gifts." He ran out of his mouth, and the answer was just a giggle.
"I see. Something important?"
"Yeah. Christmas is more accurate. It won't tell you anything ordinary."
"I've read about it. It is not as common here as it is in Europe. Did you just get me something?"
"Yes... I mean..."
Otogiri laughed and bowed down and caressed his face.
"You're a cute little gentleman."
"Thank you." whispered with blushed. "But I had a tiny little problem."
"Let me take a guess. Give a present to Kudou."
"How did you know?"
"I know things they won't tell anyone else. Otherwise, you're not the first one stuck in it. This morning, a woman circled around here, just like you. By her beauty and your description, my guess is that she's called Miyo."
"Yes."
"Unlike you, she invented himself quite quickly. I won't tell you what she bought, or else the surprise will be gone."
Mineta couldn't really interpret it. Did she bought all the gifts at the same time? Otogiri thought a little.
"By the way, I get why you're stuck with this. Kudou shows his cold side to the outside world. However, in one case, someone succeeded in taking a human approach."
"Really?"
"Yes. One of his soldiers told me, that Godou gave Kudou a bottle of whiskey as a test for his birthday. You know what that is?"
"Yeah and that's a good idea." He said enthusiastically and took her hand and kissed that. "Thank you very much."
"You're welcome." she giggled.
"Also, I'd like to ask if you're free on the 24th. There will be a Christmas feast at the Kudou residence and I will give your gift there."
Otogiri was surprised by this. She never went to a bigger party, because she was a courtesan. It was immediately dismissed and wrong conclusions were drawn. Although she was highly respected in the brothel, not everyone respect outside that perimeter.
"Thank you and I accept. But, Kudou won't mind?"
"Absolutely not. He's a kind man."
"Glad to hear it. Not everyone likes my job."
"I don't care. For me, you will remain one of the best women to whom I always return with a good heart. Before you say it, it's not that. I really enjoy your company."
Her face turned red and her heart skipped a beat. She kissed and even hugged him.
"You're a great man. I'm glad you came to me months ago."
"I have the greatest honor."
They split up after a quick bow. Mineta quickly bought a bottle of original Scotch. In the end, he found that he almost ran out of all the money he had saved. He even bought a bottle of wine. And the last gate was put in by the Journey to the West book and ateddy bear to Raijin and his son. He knew that they would not come, but they would not be left out of the gifts.

Although Mineta won the duel against Arata, Miyo needed training to master the Spirit Sight. Although the little time she had to learn the basics in the Usuba mansion, it was only good that she could say goodbye to nightmares and wake Kudou from eternal sleep. Nevertheless, each time Mineta watched all his actions. Not surprisingly, it annoyed him. He was waiting for them at the gate.
"I've told you a thousand times, I won't lay a finger on her." He said in anger when they arrived. "I don't see the point of you listening to me like I'm some kind of criminal."
"I decide what makes point. And I don't trust you at all. That was Kudou's request anyway. So trust me, I'm not looking at your thirty dollar haircut for fun."
"Please stop." Miyo said and stood between them. "I can take care of myself. Can I ask you to go back to the mansion?"
Mineta's face was visible to give a negative answer. He finally sighed.
"Okay. But I'm warning you, and you better take it. If anything happens to Miyo, I'm gonna shove an umbrella up your ass and pull it open." he said to Arata and he turned around and left. They went to the mansion.
"I'm sorry that Mineta is so hostile to you." Miyo said in a broken voice. "The fact that he was afraid of me and you didn't make a good first impression on him."
"That's no reason to look so down on me. But you don't have to apologize for that. He has to admit, that he shouldn't make me look like the worst person. I am still serving you."
"Yeah. He is thinking a little extreme. But I have an idea how you can finally make peace."
"How?" he asked suspiciously.
"On the 24th, we're going to have a little Christmas celebration. I'd like to invite you. I've already talked to Kudou about this and he's agreed to this."
He answered after a long thought. By then, they'd arrived at the mansion, and now they're going to where Miyo trains. The Meditation Room.
"I don't know what Christmas is. And you better know something about the Usuba family from me. We do not celebrate anything that is not essential. But I can't say no to you. I would like to come."
"Thank you." she said with a smile. She hoped that this would help to bring some peace.
"Don't mention it. But you know what to do."
"Yes and I start now."

The days flew fast until 24th. Mineta told Yurie and Hana what to do at Christmas. A celebration menu was also prepared, which was appropriate for the present century. There are two details left. Mineta did not know that Miyo had invited Arata and Kudou did not know, that he had invited Otogiri. On the 21st Godou (He gladly accepted the invitation and bought gifts too.), Kudou and Mineta cut down a nice pine tree and after some pedestal carving already stood in the living room. Miyo, Hana, Yurie and Hazuki made the ornaments from paper, yarns and other materials. They talked and telled jokes. Now the tree is ready, Mineta joined.
"I know one good joke."Santa! Why did you hide your bag?" The little boy asked. "Your mother is Santa!" the hunchback grumbled."
The reaction was expected because they laughed out loud. Only Miyo and Kudou giggled softly.
"And everyone bought the presents?" Hazuki asked.
"I haven't." Kudou said. "I will buy them tomorrow."
"Just half of them." Hana told.
"I didn't started yet." Yurie sighed.
"Let's go shopping tomorrow. Of course, if we say we're buying a gift from one of us, we'll turn away."
"Okay." they answered. Mineta smile has remained unchanged since December. It was like he was part of a family. That's when he realized he missed it the most of his own time. His thought interupted by Godou.
"Forgive me for asking, but do you have any idea what I have to give Kudou? I don't want to give him whiskey anymore. It would be too monotonous."
"Book? New clothes? That's all I can think."
"So I'll figure it out myself." he grumbled, but his smile doesn't change. They were finally ready to decorate the pine tree by evening. Miyo said no one should go to the kitchen after breakfast tomorrow. It turned out that this was a difficult task, because the apartment was surrounded by a very sweet smell.

The 24th came and everyone was in the kitchen except for Kudou in the morning. We had a three-course lunch, and not a few guests. Mineta went out halfway to help Kudou for set up the table and put the now packaged and labeled gifts under the tree. He hoped that these little things would bring everyone's joy. At least, Raijin and Itou were very happy with the gift he had given them a few days before. By the time they were ready, Godou arrived with a bag of mandarins and gifts in his hand. And then Hazuki came, and everyone greeted her with a hug. In the next person in line, however, Mineta's festive mood has quickly turned bitter. A car was parked, and Arata came out of it. He left his smile, but deep down, he would have thrown some glue balls that he would disguise with snow. Lunch was slowly came, so we had to set the table. Kudou suspected something.
"Why are you making another person a plate? Everybody is here."
He didn't have time to answer when Godou ran in. There was a mixture of incomprehension and shock on his face.
"Holy Buddha! I'm gonna faint! Otogiri is here!"
"What?" he asked with real surprise. He went out and hoped that his colleague would mess with him. But at the entrance, she was really standing there with a more solid makeup compared to the average, with a thick bag in her hand.
"Good day, Lord Kudou." she greeted with a bow. "Thank you so much for inviting me to this Christmas. I didn't think I could be part of this."
"You too, Otogiri. Please come in. Mineta. Can I have a word with you?" he asked with a fake smile.
"I'd wanna ask the same."
"Then come in my study."

They went in with quick steps, but Kudou pulled the door in a little harder than expected, so it hit out loud. It reminded everyone that something was wrong.
"Can you explain what that means?" he asked.
"I'd like ask the same." he hissed between his teeth.
"You invited a courtesan to our Christmas lunch."
"Yes, because she is my friend. She also helped us. But why sis-f*cker is here?"
"Don't call him like that!" he shouted.
"Because he is. He's the reason we sucked a dick, because suddenly he wanted to take Miyo from you. During your duel, he came up with disgusting tactics, just like he came up with mine. Because of him, I had to live almost a week as if I were some f*cking burglar."
"Irrelevant right now. Arata is Miyo's cousin and I knew about it in advance."
"You did? Then why the f*ck didn't you tell me, that you were gonna backstab me?" he asked in total shock.
"Nobody did anything like that. But you invited a courtesan to my apartment!"
"Who is my friend and gave us information! You didn't mind her job, but now suddenly you do?!"
Since they both raised their volume, the argument began to get louder. Kudou wanted to close it as soon as possible.
"Okay, nothing's wrong yet. Now we have to ask Otogiri to leave."
"If she leave, sis-f*cker leave too!"
"Don't give me an ultimatum, se..."
"What were you gonna say? Say it out loud."
That's when the his face showed regret. He almost called him a servant, even though he considers him a friend. It's not like he's suddenly angry, but now he's out of it for some reason. He calmed with deep sighs.
"Sorry. There is no need to continue arguing here. Let's go back."
"Correct statement. I don't like cold food."

By the time they got back, everyone had a seat. Mineta sat down to sit next to Otogiri, but he rarely saw Arata's face. Kudou sat next to Miyo, but with his eyes, he would literally impale his new guest. Only he and Arata were not happy that a famous courtesan was sitting at the table. In the latter case, quite rightly, since she played a key role in bringing down his plan. The others enjoyed her company because she was positive about everything. She complied Miyo's beauty (Mineta noticed that they spoke to each other as if they had met before), thanked Godou for his compliments, and was impressed by Hazuki's knowledge of flowers. After the three-course lunch, they all sat back full. Otogiri stood up and went to the balcony. It was snowing again, so almost nothing could be seen from the snowmen. She took his pipe out of the inside of her kimono, stuffed it with tobacco, and lit it.
"Can we talk?"
The question came from Kudou, who came out with her.
"Yes, but I know what's going to happen. I will never set foot in your home again."
"I'm not saying that."
"When you argued with Mineta, you showed your true thoughts."
"I'm deeply sorry for that."
"It's unnecessary, because I'm used to it. Courtesans are despised everywhere. They only like to be in the red light district and do what they have to do. But if they set foot in some nobleman's house, they'd throw the stone at him."

"Must be hard. It is already the fact that you give your head to this work." he said, as she smoked a huge one out of the pipe and blew out the smoke.
"You couldn't be more specific. I decided to become a courtesan. With that money, I was able to help my parents have at least everyday food on their table. From then on, there was a relentless works, where I had to learn a lot about almost everything. Otherwise, I'll only be of low rank, and then I'll be able to suffer all the time with the rude and no-good men."
"But that worked, didn't it? I mean, you're the best known and best in the business."
"True, but ask yourself a question. Was it worth it, given the way society treats me?"
Kudou continued after a short break.
"I'm really sorry for the way I acted. I've always believed, that everyone is worth as much as they prove by their actions. You helped us with a very important case, and I almost wanted to throw you out of the apartment. Even if you were invited by my friend."
"I forgive you." Otogiri said with smiling as she emptied her pipe and put it away. "Your wife is very cute. I immediately adored her."
"She's just my future wife. And as far as I can see, you're very close to Mineta."
"Yes, although I'm pretty good at talking to everyone. I remember the first time I met him. A message from madame came up to me, saying there's a little servant who wants me for an hour. At first, I didn't understand why they didn't throw him out, but then he made me curious. Especially since it was your servant. So I said yes."
"It must have been a strange experience" he smiled.
"In a way, yes. While most men are pushy and can't get rid of me, your precious little man wanted to buy information from me. And then when he got it, he wanted to leave because he wanted to help you right away, and he didn't want to stop me. Besides, his compliments weren't fake, he's very friendly and honest with me. As if he don't care about my profession. So I gave him a massage and took little money. Of course, he came for that too, but he wasn't intrusive there either. In fact, it's like he idolizes me for every single thing, like he's in love me."
Kudou listened with a smile.
"Mineta has always been like this. Okay, I can freak out a little bit about his humor and his perverse remarks, but he always helps and acts without asking. He promised to protect me and Miyo's future happiness. I appreciate that very much in addition to his raw honesty. Although, he has a flaw."
"Namely?"
"He's always telling me, that he's ugly, and no woman like him."
"If that were the case, I'd still like him. "You can't polish an apple if it's rotten from the inside." That's what they say. Also, if you say he's always been like that, I'd be in love with him. But the courtesan can never fall in love, unless her freedom is bought out. I don't see a chance for that."
"Too bad. He could use some real love. Let's go inside. We will give the gifts slowly.
"Okay. I didn't come empty-handed either."
"I saw that."

While Kudou and Otogiri were talking, Arata also decided to bury the hatchet with Mineta. So he went to him after lunch. He was lying at the fireplace watching the flames.
"Can I talk to you?"
He turned around and nodded.
"Listen. I believe that there is a basis for your feelings for me. I made mistakes, I admit that. I don't think I deserve that much hate."
"Really? I'll give you exactly what you deserve." he noted coldly.
"We share common goals. We do everything for Miyo."
"That's true. The trouble begins when you bring your own interests into it."
"Can you explain?"
"Let's take a look. If you really wanted to do as good as you say, you would have told Miyo the truth about Spirit Sight from the very beginning. You wouldn't have told in riddles, leaving more questions, than answers. Plus, if you shared all this with Kudou, you'd have earned my respect. In fact, if Miyo had fallen in love with you, it wouldn't have bothered him that, you were getting married. I see as many chances as this chapter will be published at Christmas."
Then he turned to readers.
"Or is it? Happy Holidays everyone!"
"Who are you talking to?" Arata asked with confusion.
"Nevermind." he said fast and turned to him. "So, this is just the first step in my hatred for you. The second one came in when you showed your true intentions to Kudou. Miyo can only be yours like a trophy. It's associated with the fact that during your duel, you came up with one of the most disgusting moves, just like you did in my case. It perfectly showed, that you don't have a spine. The cherry on the rotten sardine cake was that. you wasn't at considered Miyo's feeling and what she wanted. All you cared about was yourself and your f*cking Usuba bloodline. And it's beside the point that you talk sh*t about Kudou where you didn't feel sorry and you acted like a racist bastard against Raijin. You have to admit that I'm right about the fact that in my eyes, you're a disgrace to men and you don't even try to fight it."
Deep down, he felt as if he had been hit in the face with a thick coal shovel. It is no wonder that he is hostile to him. He fixed his glasses and took a deep breath.
"I'm not saying there's no truth to what you're saying. But you also have to bear in mind that you have a rather extreme view of me. Yes, I did all of them, but there's another side to this coin. When you defeated me, I admitted my defeat. I could have ignored you, for you are only a servant, not a noble. I'm doing it right during Miyo training. Plus, I haven't done any sabotage against Kudou since. In addition, I apologized to Raijin and said that he would always find a home in the Usuba mansion. You can at least evaluate them."
Mineta thinking a little, then he sighed.
"There is truth in what you say either."
"I suggest we stop this senseless hostility. I'm not asking you to be a good friend, I'm asking you to be neutral. Miyo wants it to. Can we agree on that?" he asked and leaned his hand towards him. After a short break, Mineta struck his hand, which turned into a handshake.
"Fine, but just because Miyo." he answered. This is when Kudou an Otogiri arrived.

The gift exchange could begin. Mineta was the first one to hand over the gifts. There was only a Arata left, but he had a spare for that. There was a separate package of wine.
"That was a very clever choice." Otogiri complimented, when she saw Miyo's makeup and opened her own gift. "And this is amazing! Thank you very much."
"Don't mention it." he said with blush, when he give the wine to Arata and give the rest of his gifts. They praised the choice of the gift, but the final test was Kudou. He slowly opened up and laughed.
"I remember Godou giving me whiskey on my birthday. Thank you. In return, here is your gift."
Mineta took over and was shocked. It was a brand-new kimono, but now it's the same color as his glue balls.
"Thank you very much, master."
Now Miyo came and gave everyone a box. They saw that it was chocolate, but she made it by hand. In addition, she gave Otogiri, after which Mineta realized the whole truth. The two women met there for the first time, when they went shopping for gifts and invented chocolate. That's why they talk at lunch like they know each other. Even though he ate himself, he ate into one. It was delicious. He put the box down and embraced her.
"Thank you very much."
Don't mention it." She said with a smile and returned the hug. When the gift exchanges were finished, Arata left. He even missed a toast with sake. The company also split into teams. Hana, Yurie and Hazuki were talking, Miyo, Kudou and Godou were playing board games, and Mineta was resting his head on Otogiri's lap while watching the fire. He was playing The Ink Spots I don t want to set the world on fire music on his speaker.
"This was the best Christmas I ever had." he whispered in a voice of gratitude.
"I'm glad. I really enjoyed it, too." she said, chuckling and stroking his face. "I hope this comes out soon."
"You don't have to wait so much." Kudou said, when he came to them." Whenever you came, the door is open to you. You won my trust and I don't care about your profession anymore."
"That's really not necessary. I'm very grateful for that, too." she thanked, he reached her hands and kissing them.
"But I do. Like I said, you're a great woman, and everyone saw that today. But then I had an idea."
"I hope it's not a pervert thing again." Kudou asked worryingly, but Mineta laughed and rose up.
"It wouldn't be a bad idea, but I was thinking about something else. I'm sure you could use a massage sometime."
"Yeah, that would be good."
"Should I teach Miyo how to massage?" Otogiri asked with a smile.
"Yes, but only if that's not a problem for you."
"I'm in. Miyo! Could you come in here, please?"
"Of course." she said. Otogiri then taught her how to press the right points. Fortunately, she learned quickly and was able to imitate it almost perfectly. This was because the others asked for that.
"I hope you appreciate this." Otogiri said quietly to Godou when he was next. "Under normal circumstances, you will have to pay."
"Yes, I am and thank you very much." he moaned. The guests left slowly. Godou had to go back to work, and Hazuki had something to do tomorrow.
"Did we have a nice celebration?" asked Kudou with smile, when Otogiri left.
"Nice? It's much more like perfect." he answered with a grin. "I've never had such a lovely and family like Christmas."
"Didn't you say you grew up in an orphanage?"
"Yeah, but it was pretty puritanic there, too. It was obvious that the nurses were only doing it for the money. No love, no family, just profit."
"I also really enjoyed this celebration." Miyo said and embraced kudou." You really care about me a lot."
"That's natural." he said and give her a kiss.

Mineta took his gifts to his room and put them down. He took out his phone and looked at the time. That's when the charger hit him in mind level. How did it get into this timeline? He didn't think about it, because it was the least of his worries, but now he's worried a little bit. It was a long time ago and he just shrugged his shoulders, because he was so happy. Instead, he was thinking about playing Stardew Valley, when his phone signaled. There is a Wi-Fi signal too.
"... the f*ck?" he slipped out of his mouth quietly. This is impossible, because it takes more, than a century to have that. But the surprises didn't end there. It was called on Messenger. And the caller is Kaminari! Immediately picked up.
"Hi, Mineta! Long time no see!"