December 24th, Christmas Eve.

People were walking around town. Couples were holding hands, gifts, kissing. Families were having  fun time, kids were running around and pointing at every cute toy.

Then there were those who didn't have lovers. They hung out with friends, joking around and going to a karaoke, exchanging gifts and laughing. They would go into one of their houses and celebrate.

And then there was Iwaizumi.

He didn't have any family where he was, all his family was in the other side of the country, having fun time and not caring to call him. His friends were away somewhere, celebrating with their loved ones. His loved one..well he didn't have one.

It's not that he wasn't ready for relationships, the one he loved was with his family. And also, the one he loved didn't know that he loved him. Oikawa didn't know about Iwaizumi's never dying love for him.

Iwaizumi was walking around town, trying to buy a few gifts for himself and for others. Even though they weren't here with him, they would come visit sooner of later.

He has been doing this for a few years now. Graduating from the university meant that he finally started his real life, yet he didn't expect this loneliness. The first time he celebrated holidays alone, he even teared up.

It hurt being alone during this festive time of the year.

He couldn't help but notice the colorful lights all around him, they were magnificent. The smell of hot coffee and fresh cookies filled the streets as the local bakery opened it's windows.

That's where Iwaizumi worked.

He headed to that place and walked in. His manager, who was the only one working, noticed him.

"Hajime! Merry Christmas!" Ukai said.

"Merry Christmas to you too, Keishin-san" Iwaizumi smiled at him.

Keishin always worked till every last minute, just so he could go home to his family and feel free, knowing that he sold out every last cookie. Speaking of his family, he was a married man, had two little kids. His husband Takeda and him adopted those two peep-squeaks on Christmas too.

This holiday is something else, isn't it?

"Gonna help me this year too?" Ukai asked and started placing the good on the counters.

"Ofcourse, how could I leave you alone in this madness?" Iwaizumi chuckled and took his apron.

"I'm thankful. I really am. Maybe you want to celebrate Christmas with my family this year? Takeda won't mind at all. Makoto and Nagisa like you too" Ukai suggested, but Iwaizumi shook his head.

"No, I'll pass. It's your family time" he smiled at Ukai. He did want to take the offer, but he couldn't just barge into someone's house on this day.

Work wasn't hard. All Iwaizumi had to do was prepare the dough and form it. A bunch of fresh and tasty cookies filled the crates, people came and bought. Of course, having Iwaizumi as a worker here was also a good thing, what group of girls wouldn't want to look at a handsome baker boy?

A few hours went by quickly and every thing was sold out. Ukai thanked Iwaizumi and invited him again, but Iwaizumi once again refused.

"Well.. Merry Christmas" Ukai said and handed Iwaizumi a small present. Iwaizumi did the same.

Takeda and the kids came to the shop, just so they could all happily go home. Makoto and Nagisa jumped onto Iwaizumi and stuffed his pockets with candy.

Iwaizumi was too much of a sweetheart, of course he bought them both presents aswell.

"Iwaizumi-senpai! Thank you so much!" they both thanked him and hugged him.

These were the kind of moments Iwaizumi was living for. This tiny moment when he saw kid's happy faces, when they hugged him, it made him happy.

He wished them all happy holidays and headed home. He bought a few more gifts on the way home, he also bought some food and a collection of Harry Potter DVD's.

His home was in a nice neighborhood, everyone was nice and treated Iwaizumi with respect.

He especially loved his neighbours Sugawara and Daichi. They would always bake him a christmas cake. There was also house infront of his where 4 people lived. Quite loud guys, but they were the ones who would leave gifts at Iwaizumi's doorstep. He actually managed to catch one of them this year.

"Bokuto, what are you doing?" Iwaizumi asked as he watched the guy hiding presents under his mat.

"Ah, Iwaizumi-san! Merry Christmas!" he said and shook his hand. They were soon joined by Kuroo, Akaashi and Kenma. These four guys were Iwaizumi's juniors.

He thanked them once again and wished them all happy holidays, handing them gifts.

He then finally walked into his house.

It was cozy.

A small christmas tree was standing next to a window, he had his window seat ready and a laptop charging.

His Christmas went by like this.

All that was left was to sit down, eat some food and watch all Harry Potter movies.

He put the remaining gifts on the sofa and changed clothes. It was Christmas and he was alone, so sweatpants and a t-shirt will do just fine.

Just as he was about go sit down he heard a knock on his door.

Iwaizumi walked to the door and opened it, expecting a group if kids singing, but instead he was greeted by someone jumping into his arms and pulling him into a hug.

"Merry Christmas Iwa-chan!!" Oikawa exclaimed.

"O-Oikawa? What are you doing here?!" Iwaizumi panicked a bit.

"I thought that maybe a visit wouldn't hurt. Can I come in?" he asked and Iwaizumi nodded. He took off his coat and walked into the living room. A smile plastered on his face as he looked at the gifts and a Christmas tree.

"You're still celebrating..even though you're alone?" Oikawa asked and turned to Iwaizumi.

"Yeah.. It's my favorite holiday. I guess this isn't as much celebrating as it is a sign that I want someone to celebrate it with" Iwaizumi blurted out. He heard a sniff behind him. It was Oikawa.

He had tears running down his face. He suddenly pulled Iwaizumi into another hug.

"I never thought about that...." he said quietly.

Maybe it was just that one moment, but standing like that in a dark room with only the light from the Christmas tree made Iwaizumi feel happy. For once it felt as if he wasn't alone.

"Oikawa.. Shouldn't you be celebrating with your family?" Iwaizumi asked, but Oikawa tightened the grip and Iwaizumi heard a small sob.

"Don't cry, Oikawa. There is nothing to cry about.." Iwaizumi ruffled his hair and started drawing circles on his back. After a few minutes he finally calmed down.

"Sorry.. It's just that.. All these years.. You were celebrating alone... I'm sorry.. I'm so sorry" Oikawa said.

"Don't apologize. Your visit made my Christmas better" He smiled at Oikawa.

"Iwaizumi...I'm here because I've been dying to tell you something.. I want to celebrate Christmas with you... I want to celebrate this and all upcoming holidays with you.. I want to take care of you.. And I want to be with you.." Oikawa said and looked straight into Iwaizumi's eyes. They were wide open and his lips were parted slightly from the shock.

Oikawa used his chance and pressed his lips against Iwaizumi's, they soon melted into one another. Oikawa felt Iwaizumi wrap his strong arms around him and pull him closer. There was so much in that kiss, all feelings that Iwaizumi had bottled up escaped.

Oikawa responded the same way.

They pulled away to catch their breaths.

"Hajime, I love you.." Tooru said.

Oikawa's eyes filled with tears of joy as he watched Iwaizumi whisper:

"I love you too.."

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Merry Christmas guys!
Hope you enjoyed this one-shot, cause I sure did.
I hope you all have nice holidays and I hope you all celebrate it with someone and not alone. If you are alone, then feel free to talk to me!

- Hatari 🎄