Spoiler Alert for those who have not read Blood And Breath. If you have not read Blood and Breath 2, you are all good.

If you have not read Strawberry Yandere, spoiler alert again.

Enjoy.

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Spoiler Alert (Yet again)

I'm happy to do this because this is the first time I am taking two story universes and putting them into one. In doing so, here is chapters 7 AND 8 because I was planning on doing Inner Moka and Kokoa.

Keys 

- Dragon - Inner Moka's Boyfriend

- Silver - Kokoa's Boyfriend

The holiday season for vampires was rather a peculiar thing. Some were very warm about the holiday season. As some were rather cold. Cold as some of the personalities of the older generation. It was odd but in a good way for the Shuzen household. Lord Issa Shuzen had all four of his daughters at the castle along with some company. Every part of the day was due to be eventful. 

Moka was happy to have a Christmas at the castle. Kokoa was happy that she had her real sister back. And then Akasha. Relatively new to all of this, but happy to be around with everyone who in her mind was family. And then all three brought their boyfriends with them. With three extra men in the house Issa was going to be on his toes and Kahlua and Akua were going to ask the boyfriends a ton of questions. Never a dull moment. 

Akasha was looking out of one of the castle windows from her bedroom. Looking out to the morning sky and seeing Tsukune right behind comforting her. "Oh Tsukune."

"We're here Akasha. Finally. I think we always dreamt of this." Tsukune smiled.

"I know. So glad you're here and we're comfortable together." She smiled and kissed him.

"Glad you are adjusting well. I thought there was going to be an in between part for a few months and you were going to figure out what you wanted to do."

She shook her head. "I know its been tough for you too Tsukune."

"We both battled and we're here. The other girls knocked into good guys so that's okay. It just all happened. Wish they could join us but it happens." Tsukune took in the moment. Comforting Akasha until lunch was ready.

Moka and Dragon were on the top of the castle taking in the view and getting some fresh air. The temperature was perfect. Light jacket is all one needed. Moka took one her boyfriend's hoodies and left the zipper open. They sat down on a slanted part of the castle roof. Moka leaning back into Dragon's lap and torso. 

"Warm for some odd reason. Tonight though its supposed to snow." Said Moka.

"Really?" Dragon pondered. "I wonder how it's like flying in the snow. Just for the heck of it. You know what I mean?"

She giggled. "Safe travels. Snow means flight restrictions."

"Oh naturally. Just a thought. Speaking of, when it snows you are snowed in, correct?" He asked.

"Yes indeed. Snow means were are snowed in. Although you and Silver wouldn't have an issue if anything happened. Crazy right?" Moka pointed North. "To the tunnel and my uncle will meet you. Though I don't know if that would be a bus or something else."

"Think the bus driver would pull up in a truck with a big cigar in his mouth and there is only one seat?" Asked Dragon.

"He better put that thing out so it doesn't leave a scent on my clothes. So that's out." She complained.

"Fair. Though, I keep looking at this place. I'm admiring it now. But last time I was this high up chaos ensued. My fault at that. I mean-"

"You thought I died. I know. But I'm here and we are both here on the roof for Christmas. We've been together over a year now. I have my own body again that I've gotten comfortable in, Kokoa is back attempting a normal life and she's doing really well in class. I can't complain Babe. You?"

"None. Though I hope you like your gift." He smiled.

"Hold on." Moka turned around to face him. "You got me something!?"

"We're dating Moka. Yes I've got you something."

"But, how? When?" She cried.

"I know outside of campus I live here now, but I called a few favors and paid along with it. I hope you like it." He nodded.

"You got me really excited. Okay. We shall see."

The other couple was down by the garden. Kokoa and Silver opened up a tomato juice can wanted to enjoy this place before it got too cold or snowed. This section by the garden was by the patio where Akua gave Kokoa's boyfriend the plant test. The first time at the house they both found out so much about each other in dramatic fashion. Now while dating for a few months there was a good connection and spark between the two of them. And when they got back to the Shuzen castle, this spot was dear to the both of them. This was set in concrete how much they loved each other. From misunderstandings, to motivation, to study sessions, to finding out he was half human, to now. Out of the other three couples that are at the castle, Silver and Kokoa had the best chemistry.

They both sat down on a marble bench and just took in the air around them. Silver was happy to be back. "It's not the season to be here but I still love this place."

"You and me both. Just glad after all of that we found a way to work on things. I mean, I'm nicer and a better student because of you?"

"Well we both put in the large amount of effort. Just being honest." Don't sell it short now. 

"I would have low C's and D's if you weren't in my life and helped me." She insisted.

"And wouldn't drink coffee all night long. Is what it is. But anyways, I enjoy all of our time. I know the holidays have been different but all of us are here. We are all here. And I can't wait to give you your gift tonight."

"I wonder. Coffee?" Pondered Kokoa with a guess.

"No..."

"Socks?"

"Not bad and would sexy on you, but no." He replied shaking his head.

"Hair products?"

"We are not doing this right now. And no." He smirked.

"What else could you have gotten me with the small amount of time outside of studying and class and us being together?" Asked Kokoa.

"You pull in a favor or two and have a source. AKA, a shopper."

"You make it sound like its a black market deal."

"Kokoa in the human world you can pay someone to deliver food that's read to eat. You can also compensate for someone shopping for you. Ever pay someone to run an errand?"

"Ahuh." Kokoa glared. "So someone else picked it out?"

"When you ask for a gift from Santa, do you pick it out or does someone else? I have a particular item in mind and to my vision and idea it's the same. Just needed a middle person to continue to make time for us." Thanks Ruby.

"Okay. Tonight at the tree?" She asked.

"Of course Strawberry." He smiled. 

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It was a magical time at the castle. With Lord Issa and his wife and Kahlua and Kokoa's mother Gyokura at the other end of the table, they had a fine feast. Just like medieval times, castles had cooks that served large tables with fine red meat cooked to perfection. Afterwards they decided to be in the living room and have fun until the clock struck midnight to open gifts. Which the boys came prepared. Ruby the Headmaster's assistant really was there for any kind of need. She was the only one on campus that could do so. 

There were three small silver boxes for Akasha, Moka, and Kokoa. All with their names on it and from their boyfriends. But were they going to match what was inside? Highly doubtful. But that's what the surprise was for. 

One.

Two.

Three.

They all open the boxes. 

"Tsukune!" Akasha rushed over to him with a kiss. Tsukune thought she was going to go grab for a nibble. Nope. Just a big kiss. Akasha was looking at a watch in the shop windows every time they went to the human world. Now was the time for Tsukune to pull the trigger and give her one of her own. From window shopping to reality. 

Moka opened her eyes to see a white gold pendant. It was of a moon. Pulling it out of the box there was a necklace that was was going to fit her nicely. Not hang in the cleavage or tight like her old rosary. Just the right length. "Honey. I love it. This is so nice. All of it. Come here." She let a smile consume her whole face. This was the best gift she has had that was not from her father. 

Then it was time for Kokoa. The box was very light. The trend was a watch, a necklace, and what would the third one be? She was puzzled. But she opened it anyway. "Earrings Silvy!?!?" Kokoa nearly jumped. They springing over to hug him. "They match my eyes. Mom and I can match now. Thank you thank you!"

"Guys, I think we passed." Smiled Silver.

"I believe you have." Issa raised a pint of beer. "Merry Christmas everyone. Let us unwrap and consume or gluttony."

I think we are just going to make our girls happy Sir. "We will Lord Issa. We will." Replied Dragon.  

Seeing Kokoa bring up her mother again is nice. The insecurities she had built up over the years made her this way. Looking at her, she's adorable. She is super rough around the edges, but a diamond inside. Just like Akasha said before her body was extracted. But when I see that orange hair, and those green eyes that match the Emerald earrings I got her, there is nothing better. I see the sweetness. I see the pain in some cases. But I do feel right now, that the three of us aren't going anyway any time soon. We went through classes, procedures, and somehow all sneaking different units of jewelry around campus and from their sisters. Imagine what happens after we graduate and have the same mindset. I don't know who's going to university or who is going to be an assassin. But in the meantime, hopefully no pregnancies and drama. 

Merry Christmas from the Shuzen family. 

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Next time. Kurumi.

-Relly

 and D's if it wasn't for you before you came in the picture and we drank coffee all night long."