Merry Crisis!

AN: and that concludes our Christmas special, back to regular programming tomorrow

CW: mild swearing

They continued opening gifts well into the morning, and well into the supply of instant coffee keeping Broken awake. Riva arrived shortly after noon, once most of the presents were opened. She brought over treats for the dogs and an evergreen wreath for the boys she made by herself. Dear anyone who celebrates Yule if i got that wrong feel free to yell at me, it’s late and I’m tired.

They only got her a couple presents, don’t worry she got plenty of gifts from her family for winter solstice already. Broken got her a leather jacket that looked almost exactly like his, exclusively because he knows she hates his jacket. Isn’t he just….. wonderful. Remus was more forgiving and got her a big set of like 40 different tea flavours. Then the both of them got her one of those gift cards that can be used at any store in a mall. Is that a thing in other places or is the mall where I live weird?

Remus’ parents helped Remus cook dinner while Broken and Riva stayed on the couch and tried to keep the dogs from stealing any food. Any food they didn’t plan on sharing that is. As for why Broken isn’t allowed in the kitchen well he already burnt one house down, they’re not risking it. Riva just didn’t feel like cooking.

”Alright you two it’s ready.” Remus’ father said. Broken yawned and stood up, trudging into the kitchen. They had the food set up buffet-style so you could just grab a plate and pick out what you wanted. And naturally Broken got all of it. He was already eating on his way back to the living room. “Don’t you have a dinner table we can sit at?” Remus’ mother asked.

”No..” he flicked his ear. “Not like me folks come over for dinner..” “Broken!” Riva scolded. His parents croaked if you’ll . “Then where do we sit?” She asked. “The couch..?” He swatted the dogs away. “You have to have somewhere better to sit than the couch. It’s Christmas dinner.” “It’s the couch or the floor, you c’n choose..” he said.

”I’ll make him buy a table for next year.” Remus muttered, grabbing his plate off the counter. “Thank you dear.” His mother sighed, walking into the living room. He stood up and picked what he wanted, putting it onto his plate. Riva watched him carefully. He shuffled over to get mashed potatoes and his leg gave out. She lunged over and caught both Remus and the plate.

”Nice catch.” He said. “Don’t fall and I won’t have to.” She helped him stand back up, giving him his plate potatoes and all. Broken poked his head into the kitchen. “Are you alright dear..?” “I’m fine.” Remus assured, sitting in his chair. “Tripped is all, you don’t need to worry about me.” He huffed and walked over, grabbing his face gently to make sure he was ok.

”Broken.” He giggled. “I said I’m fine, Riva caught me before I hit the ground anyway.” “Because he’d have my head on the bedroom wall if i didn’t.” She teased, taking her plate into the living room.” Remus went over to the fridge and opened it, sighing. “Can you get me the water please?”

He purred and grabbed the water, pouring it in a glass for him and everything. “I just needed the water jug.” Remus smiled, taking his cup. “Yeah well you spent a lotta time makin’ dinner ‘nd I know it’s hard for you to get around ‘nd stuff.. plus the cups are real high up… thought I’d make it easier for you..” he said. “Aww well aren’t you sweet.” He smiled, reaching up for a kiss.

”I ain’t sweet..” Broken pinned his ears back, leaning down to kiss him. “Yes you are.” He grabbed his plate and rolled into the living room. He huffed and got his own food, trudging out into the living room. Poppy went and sat in front of him, giving him the sad eyes. “You’ll get fed after dinner..” he flicked his tail in her face. “Don’t give me that.. you just want turkey..”

Riva looked over at him. “Did you two kiss or something?” He pinned his ears back against his head again. “No, why..?” She laughed and shook her head. “Because you’re bright fucking red.” He huffed and hunched down, hiding his face with the collar of his jacket. “Shut the fuck up…” Remus smiled and leaned against his side. “I think it’s handsome when you blush.”

They ate dinner and watched a few Christmas movies, then everyone started heading home. “Goodnight dear, merry Christmas.” Remus’ father leaned down to hug him. “Bye mom, bye dad.” Remus smiled, watching them leave. “I’ll head out too.” Riva stood up and got her shoes on. “It’s pretty late.” Broken yawned and stood up, rubbing his eyes like a child. He’s been up since 5:30 give him a break.

”Merry Christmas you two.” She hugged Remus then turned to Broken. “Over my dead fuckin’ body..” he said. She smiled and hugged him before he got the chance to move away. “You like hugs and you know it.” “No I don’t…” he huffed and hugged back. “Your tail is wagging dear.” Remus smiled. “Would you shut it..” he huffed playfully. She rolled her eyes and opened the door. “See you.”

”See ya..” Broken stood in the doorway and waved. “Bye!” Remus smiled. They watched her drive away and closed the door. “Bedtime..” Broken yawned again. “Bedtime..” he nodded, leaning against his leg. He smiled and picked Remus up, taking him upstairs. Broken set him on the bed and crawled under the covers. “My chair dear.” He giggled.

Broken groaned and went back for the chair, sitting it in the corner. “It would be a lot easier if you just learned how to ride the dogs like a horse..” he smiled and settled under the covers. “No it would not.” He yawned and got under the blankets with him. Don’t worry they’re still wearing pyjamas… from like yesterday. “Good night dear.” Remus said. “Merry Christmas.”

”Merry Christmas baby..” Broken purred, kissing him. “We should see if we can go visit your parents tomorrow.” He suggested gently. “I know you don’t like going back, we don’t have to. But it would be nice to see them for the holidays.” “Sure…” Broken’s already half asleep he’s not listening. But that is a good idea for an arc.

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