Story Reader / Festival Event Story / Night on Christmas / Story
Whoa, whoa, whoa... Wait a second. This was your idea, Lucia?
I...
Sigh... This is turning into a disaster.
I regret having her help...
TA-DA! Whatcha think? Here's my one-of-kind, super-duper, most prettiest Christmas tree in the whole wide world. Who'd say no to this?
Scoot over, you two! Give my Super Christmas Tree some time in the limelight.
Sigh...
A Christmas tree decorated with all sorts of parts and equipment appears before them.
Watanabe's belt... You ran off to the Forsaken Camp, then came right back?
Bianca's hat... You didn't steal all of this... Did you?
Nope, nope! I just... borrowed them. They've got extras just sittin' around. It'd be a shame to just let them go to waste! Look! I also brought one of your jackets, Lee!
And my scarf...
And even Kamui's headphones...
Hehe, and I had Karenina's scarf from earlier!
But wait! I got a bunch of the commandant's clothes, too!
...
Are you really sure this okay? I'm sure the commandant's going to go ballistic after seeing this... um... "Super Christmas Tree"...
It's not like we have time to find any other ornaments. This is all we got...
I guess there's nothing to be afraid of... Right...?
Well, if you think about it from another point of view... She might still be surprised.
It's the thought that counts. As long as Liv is happy, I'm sure the commandant won't mind.
You're right. After all, the commandant has always been understanding. I don't think Nanami's "surprise" will disappoint.
Besides, I think the commandant means the most to Liv.
I hope she gets the sentiment.
Considering this is what we've been building up to.
Got that right! That's what I was thinking! You're all the best! So I like that there's a little bit of all of us hanging on the tree!
I made this tree hoping Liv likes it, so there's no way she won't!
It's about time. Let's go.
(Nods)
Today's been great. I can't remember the last time I saw snow.
Thank you so much, Commandant!
Huh?
O-okay... What are you doing?
W-what... W-what's this...?!
Nanami slowly scoots the tree in front of Liv.
N-Nanami?
...Yes. By definition, it is, in fact, a Christmas tree.
You too, Lee..?
It might be a bit rough around the edges, but we hope you like it.
Lucia, too...
(Tears up) You guys... Everyone... So that's what you've been up to.
I'm just relieved you like the Christmas Tree, Commandant.
Not only that, I think our ability to work as a team in battle will be better now.
Sure wasn't easy, though...
Yippie! Looks like my Super Christmas Tree is making you blush, Liv! You like it, don'tcha?
Yes, I really do! I'm so happy to receive such an amazing gift, Nanami.
I think this turned out to be a really great team exercise.
At least it wasn't all for nothing. It means a lot to put a smile on your face, Liv.
Alight, alright! Livy, Liv! Time for you to tell us how you feel! Make way, everybody! Move it or lose it!
So... How do you feel after seeing the Super Christmas Tree?
How do I feel? I feel surprised. And happy.
...That's it?
Yeah... But just one more thing—
What's that?
Next time, can you not mix everyone's stuff with all that candy...
Relax, Commandant!
So the commandant DOES care after all...
But I heard you have to cover the Christmas tree with candy all the way to the tippy-top! Only then is it a REAL Christmas tree!
You're right. Good job, Nanami... I really like the Christmas tree and the commandant's... ornaments.
But considering all the hard work everyone put in getting ready for the holiday, I'm the only one who gets to enjoy the surprise. I'd rather...
I'd rather work together with everyone so we can all enjoy Christmas.
Sorry, I know it sounds childish... But that's how I really feel.
I want us to get ready for Christmas together. That way all of us can enjoy the holiday!
(Whimper) You're so amazing, Liv! I think I'm gonna cry!
That sure is something only you would say, Liv. Well, Christmas isn't over yet.
Looks like there aren't enough lights on the tree. What should we do, Commandant?
O-okay, Commandant! I'll do my best!
