Our Christmas

Chapter 9

It was getting closer for Gavin's return, but once again Michael didn't feel like waiting.

Since Geoff and Jack were now dating and there was already R&R, they were going on a "double date" like some kind of teenagers. All Michael could do was sigh and stay back in the office and wait until they returned.

He heard the door creak open and saw Ryan and Ray walk in.

"Hey, how was the double date?" Michael asked, curious about what happened. Especially since Geoff and Jack weren't with them.

"It was really fun!" Ray chimed as he sat on the couch.

"Where are Geoff and Jack?"

"Oh, they're being old people." Ray remarked before laying on the couch with his head on Ryan's lap.

Ryan began to run his fingers through Ray's hair, playing and tugging lightly. Ray chuckled and allowed him to continue.

"So when's Gavin coming back?" Ryan asked.

"He said he'll be back before Christmas." Michael replied, looking at his phone. He looked up and stared at Ryan and Ray, playfully teasing each other. Ray kept "booping" Ryan's nose. In retaliation, began to tickle Ray's side. Which nearly caused him to fall off the couch. Both men laughed at each other before sharing a sweet kiss.

Unknown to them was what the Jersey man was feeling.

Michael felt something boil inside him as he pouted and crossed his arms like a child. He kept staring at them with a small glare. He wasn't jealous of his best friends' relationship... Was he?

Michael shook his head as he texted Gavin.

Hey asshole, when are you coming back? Come back soon, you fuck. I love you.

Michael couldn't help but bitterly blame Gavin for leaving him alone. He really wanted him back. It was selfish of him, but he couldn't help it. He really missed him. And seeing everyone else finally pair up... well, he couldn't tell if it annoyed him and made him more jealous or it was his emotions toying with him.

"Hey bitches!" A voice yelled. All three men glanced up and saw Geoff and Jack, holding plastic bags.

"So I had this fucking great idea while taking a dick piss. I was thinking, 'A RoosterTeeth holiday party'. " Geoff dreamily stated. Jack smiled and ruffled his hair.

"We were thinking of having one here in the building. We got somethings to decorate the place with." Jack added, pulling out some lights, streamers, and confetti.

"Why isn't called a Christmas party?" Ryan asked.

"We don't want... Pongo or Barbara to kill us..." Geoff stated. Ray, Ryan, and Michael glanced at each other in confusion, unsure if it was a joke or they're being serious.

"So you guys weren't fucking?" Ray asked also. Jack and Geoff looked at him wide eyed, as their cheeks turned deep red. Ray laughed at their reactions, which was always good enough for him.

"Anyway, we were wondering if we could get everyone involved with this and get Matt to approve it! It'd be fun and everyone can come. We even plan on having a dance and mistletoe and drinks..." Jack rambled on and on as he snuggled into Geoff's neck as if he was a cat.

"We'll even have a chance to exchange gifts!" Jack finally ended.

A scowl began to form on Michael's face. Yeah, the universe was messing with him.

Oh, you're British boyfriend is out of town for a long ass time? Then I'll make everyone else show undying affection towards their partners, rubbing salt in the wound! Let's add a fucking party in just to shit on life some more.