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[psycholawgy]

You've reached Athena Cykes. I'm currently unavailable, but leave a message and I'll get back to you pronto. Danke! (voice/call → text → video → action)

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[bakudanma]

Every Santa is told to enter through the window if a chimney isn't in sight.
_{Ah, no. Maybe that is what cat burglars do.. I get them both so confused.}

I have presents for you and Matoi-dono, if I may.

[psycholawgy]

[ And then Santa got arrested... But she doesn't react negatively anymore, now that presents are being talked about. ]

That's so kind of you! Thank you so much...!

[bakudanma]

I couldn't forget my adorable daughter-- I would be the worst father if that were the case.

_{[ He finally pulls the bag free and plops it on the floor, opening it. ]}

[psycholawgy]

[ Nope. Nope. She's not saying a word until Katsura gives her her present. SHE'S SO EXCITED...! ]

That's so sweet, even though we're not really related!

[bakudanma]

_{[ He's rummaging through this huge bag. A lot of presents for a lot of people! ]}

I wouldn't forget you or Matoi-dono. You both have made an impact on me.
Well-- ah. You've left more of an emotional impact. Matoi-dono has left more of a physical one.. with her fist against my face.

[psycholawgy]

Ahaha... [ She just laughs nervously, because how else should she be reacting??? ] I'm sorry she's hit you a lot of times now. . .

[ Ryuko will probably continue doing it, too. ]

[bakudanma]

Ooooh? What is this?
<sub>[ Katsura pulls out what appears to be a Japanese styled bouquet and hands it to Athena, then sticks his head back in the bag.

Then, he pull out two kimono sets that are folded tightly together. One of them is red, the other is black. They're a little heavy, but he sets them on the nearest counter he can fit. ]</sub>

You and Matoi-dono can match clothing now.

_{[ Red one is addressed to Athena-- black one is addressed to Ryuko. ]}

She seems to like her current clothes too much. It's alright if she doesn't want to ever wear it-- I understand.
I have a favorite pair of fundoshi I like to wear, but it has to be washed.. eventually. Hopefully she understands.

[psycholawgy]

[ ... Good thing Athena doesn't know what a fundoshi is, else she would be yelling at Katsura about how gross that is. ]

Oh my gosh, there's so many! [ She is seriously astonished by the number of presents, and they seem so big too. ] Thank you so much. I'm sure Ryuko would love her present, too.

[bakudanma]

_{[ He gives a thumbs up. ]}
Christmas is a time of giving. I hope you don't mind that I used this time to get you girls something nice.
I understand you're both rather close.

I'd love to be matching my best friend too.
_{[ as if Gintoki would. One can dream. ]}

[psycholawgy]

I'm pretty sure Ryuko doesn't mind, and I don't, either.

Can I get you anything? Water, hot cocoa, or a light snack?

[ Ryuko might make a scene if she sees Katsura here, but Athena can at least calm her down with presents. ]

[bakudanma]

I hope you two both go out and dress in these together. Ah, girls night out and all of that.
_{[ he's jealous. He'll dress up with you. ]}

Mmm, Santa is really busy tonight! But I'm certain I could have a snack or two before I head out.

[psycholawgy]

[ What's new. . . ]

Maybe we can wear it on New Year's Eve.

[ And she makes way to the kitchen to grab some food! ]

[bakudanma]

_{[ little do we know we won't really be celebrating it eh. ]}
It seems like a good occasion to dress up for. Or ah, maybe a badminton tournament. Something like that.

[psycholawgy]

A badminton...?

[ She's learned not to ask.

Moments later, she serves a plateful of cookies on the table. ]

Here's some to-go snacks.

[bakudanma]

Badminton tournament, Cykes-dono. The perfect outing for two charming ladies like you and Matoi-dono.
If you do go, let me know and I will also accompany you in my finest kimono.
_{[ looking at those cookies. ]}

Are you one to eat a lot of sweets too?

[psycholawgy]

[ You don't have to put a kimono on, Katsura... ]

They're good snacks when I'm pulling an all-nighter. But I try not to eat too much of them.

[bakudanma]

_{[ but he has been saving it for a special occasion. ]}

That's good. You don't want to catch diabetes. Or have it effect your pure soul. Always eat your vegetables.
_{[ he'll take.. one cookie. Mainly out of respect. ]}

I have to deliver other presents to good people here. Thank you, though.
_{[ he's.. going to the window again??? from whence he came, I suppose. ]}

[psycholawgy]

Don't get caught by the cops for trespassing!

[ She sees him off to the window, not even thinking how strange his exit is. He may as well leave through there if he entered through there! ]