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The room began to fill with the sweet scent of freshly baked cookies, the warmth of twinkling lights, and the joyful chatter of the team.
As the soldiers exchanged stories and laughter, the festive atmosphere created a sense of camaraderie that transcended their usual mission-focused interactions.
  
  
The Commander had been occupied with overseeing some last-minute preparations, ensuring that their impromptu Christmas celebration lived up to the team's expectations.
Unbeknownst to him, a mischievous soldier seized the opportunity to add a touch of tradition to the holiday ambiance.
  
  
This soldier, driven by a playful spirit, sneaked towards the doorway and skillfully hung a sprig of mistletoe, envisioning the lighthearted moments it might create among the team members.
With the mistletoe in place, the soldier stepped back, ready to witness the potential surprises that awaited.
  
  
Amid the joyful chaos, a few soldiers who shared unspoken affections cast subtle glances at each other, contemplating the mistletoe's unspoken challenge.
Some, who had always considered their relationships within the team as sibling-like bonds, hesitated at the prospect of crossing an imaginary line.
  
  
  
  
However, the commander seemed to be running late, and the soldiers began to exchange uncertain glances.
Their party spirit waned as they wondered if their leader would join them at all.
Just as a hint of disappointment settled in, the door swung open, revealing not only the commander but also the unexpected presence of the head experimenter, Walden.
  
  
The room fell silent as all eyes turned toward the duo entering.
The commander, oblivious to the anticipation he had created, looked around and questioned the sudden hush, expressing his confusion with a bemused expression.
  
  
  
"What's with the silence? We're here to celebrate, right?" He asked, a hint of bewilderment in his voice.
  
  
  
One soldier, unable to contain his excitement, smirked and pointed a finger toward the doorway, signaling the commander and Walden to look up.
The duo followed the soldier's gesture and found themselves under a mistletoe.
  
  
  
The revelation drew a collective gasp from the team, followed by a burst of laughter.
The commander, caught off guard, cleared his throat and assured the team that he wasn't planning to kiss the Head Experimenter.
  
  
  
"Let's keep this celebration within reasonable limits." He said with a lighthearted tone, trying to dispel any potential embarrassment.
  
  
  
"Come on, Commander, it's a tradition. You can't break a Christmas tradition!"
  
  
  
"Or it could be a quick peck, you know, for the holiday spirit."
Akira's rare but playful suggestion fueled the team's excitement, leaving the commander in a slightly flustered state.
  
  
  
Seemingly amused by the situation, Walden wore a rare smirk and crossed his arms.
In an unexpected turn of events, he pulled Vincent's necktie, closing the distance between them, and placed a short but surprising kiss on the Commander's lips.
The room fell into stunned silence, the soldiers processing the unexpected display of romance between the two men.
  
  
Vincent, wide-eyed in shock, blinked rapidly as Walden pulled away.
The room erupted into a mix of cheers, laughter, and playful comments from the team members.
Slick Nick exclaimed, "Now that's a plot twist!" The soldiers clinked their glasses together, toasting to the unexpected turn of events.