send “🌿🍒” (or "mistletoe") for my muse's reaction to standing under a mistletoe with your muse ♡
The office Christmas party wasn’t Christian’s responsibility; the HR team oversaw it, and he was satisfied with how they managed the budget this year. Once again, he invited Aeri to come with him.
Since work ended early that day to give everyone enough time to commute to the party venue, Christian picked her up so they could go together. He didn’t bring his car, opting to take a taxi instead, reasoning that a glass of wine or champagne wouldn’t hurt that day. “You look so beautiful,” he said, making her twirl. “You look perfect.” He gazed at her with loving eyes and a soft smile.
Once at the party, he barely let go of her hand. He knew most of the guests and had greeted some of them already, so there was no point in leaving her alone; the whole purpose of having her there was to spend quality time together. “Do you want another glass of champagne?” Christian asked her, and upon receiving a positive response, he added, “Sure, wait for me in the garden; I’ll get you another glass.”
With two glasses of the sparkling beverage in hand, Christian approached Aeri, who was sitting under an arch adorned with Christmas lights. “Did you know you’re sitting under a mistletoe?” he asked, clearly aware that she hadn’t noticed. He chuckled as he sat next to her. “I’d say it’s a perfect coincidence…”
Both glasses had to stay on the ground as Christian leaned closer to press his lips against hers. One hand rested on her waist while the other was placed on the bench. When the kiss naturally ended, he stared at her and said, “I know it's not even our first kiss of the day, but thank you for still making it magical.”