SUMMARY: Simon gives you one of those trendy bracelets made for couples on Christmas Day. Literally saw an ad for it and immediately thought about this.
CW: SFW, wholesome, Soft!Simon, Christmas Day, established relationship, non gendered reader
The room was quiet except for the soft crackling of the fire and the occasional rustle of wrapping paper. Snow fell lightly outside, the sun making the snow glow with a beautiful sheen. You and Simon sat close together on the living room floor, surrounded by open boxes and torn ribbons. The morning had been filled with laughter and surprises both big and small, but Simon had one last gift for you.
He reached behind the couch and pulled out a small box, wrapped in baby blue paper and tied with a simple white string. His fingers paused on it for a moment before he handed it to you, his eyes holding yours.
āThis oneāsā¦ different. Donāt know if youāll like it,ā he said, his voice quiet but steady.
You tilted your head, as you took the gift. āDifferent how?ā You say examining the box and the little white snowflakes printed on the thin paper.
āJust open it,ā he grunted, his gaze unwavering.
With a small smile, you tugged at the white string and peeled back the paper, revealing a sleek black box. Lifting the lid, you were met with the sight of two bracelets nestled inside; sleek, simple, and modern. One was slightly larger and blue, clearly meant for a bigger wrist; Simonās wrist specifically. While the other was smaller and white gold - with a small skull printed on top (he had to stake his claim somehow lol) designed for a smaller wrist - yours.
āWaitā¦ are these what I think they are?ā you asked, glancing up at him.
āThey are,ā he confirmed, his tone gruff but softened by the emotion in his eyes. āThought itād beā¦ useful. For when Iām not here.ā
You picked up the smaller bracelet, running your fingers over its smooth surface. āTheyāre the ones that send a signal, right? To let the other person know youāre thinking of them?ā
Simon nodded, his forearms resting on his thighs as he leaned forward watching you. āYeah. You press the button, and it buzzes on the other end. Subtle. Nothing flashy.ā
Your chest tightened as the weight of the gesture sank in. He wasnāt the type to voice his emotions often, but this - this was his way of saying he wanted to stay connected, even when countless miles separated you.
āIā¦ā You trailed off, trying to find the right words to express your aching heart. āSimon, this isā¦ itās perfect.ā
He shifted slightly, reaching for the other bracelet and sliding it onto his wrist. āItās not much, but I figuredā¦ if you ever neededā¦ or um missed meā¦ or maybe if I wanted you to know Iām thinking about you - this would help.ā
You slipped your own bracelet onto your wrist, marveling at how well it fit. āItās more than enough,ā you said softly, pressing the small button on the side.
A faint vibration buzzed against Simonās wrist, and his eyes crinkled at the edges as he glanced down at the bracelet. Without a word, he pressed his own button, and you felt the gentle pulse against your wrist in return.
The exchange was silent, but it spoke volumes.
āThis way, youāll never be aloneā¦ even when Iām not there for you,ā he said his voice breaking and filled with a rare tenderness.
You reached over, placing your hand on top of his. āAnd neither will you.ā
The two of you sat there for a while, the fire place crackling as the fire danced. The world outside seemed to slow, as if the world was giving you this moment to savor.
āMerry Christmas, Simon,ā you whispered, squeezing his hand.
āMerry Christmas, love,ā he replied, his thumb brushing over your knuckles.
The bracelets werenāt just a gift but a promise. No matter where he was, or how far apart you might be, youād always have a way to reach each other. A silent signal that said, Iām here. Iām thinking of you. And for both of you, it was everything you could ever ask for.
all the things we've made these past 2 days šššš
top row from left to right is adrian, tau ceti, erid, rockys fronting bracelet, graces fronting bracelet, and a random stratt bracelet i made for funsies. second row are just the branches and my oc hehe
chokers!!!
i might make a simon one tmrw maybe idk i still gotta paint adrian for my art assignment
