*My POV*
Once we landed in Sydney, we went our separate ways. Cal and I headed to his parents house. When we got there Cal led me inside and called to his family.
"Hey everyone! We're here!" He said as his mom, dad, and sister jumped up to attack us with hugs and kisses.
"Calum! Emily! We are so glad you're here! We have presents for you!" Joy said in a very enthusiastic manner.
We sat in his living room and exchanged gifts. Cal and I got his parents a gift card to their favorite restaurant. I gave Mali a bridesmaid care package that had a cute little note asking her to be one of my bridesmaids. Cal gave her the money to buy her dress for the wedding. She gave me a tiara to wear to my bachelorette party and a book to help me plan the wedding. She got Calum some new jeans because she said she was tired of seeing rips on his knees. Calum's parents got us the cutest matching pajamas. Overall it was wonderful. When we were finished, Cal and I went to his room to freshen up.
"So where's that 'real' present you mentioned?" He joked as we walked down the hallway.
"Oh, I was kidding babe. I didn't get you anything else. Just your great sweater!" I said with a smile.
"Okay baby. Thank you. You're the best." He said trying to hide the disappointment in his voice as he kissed my forehead. He grabbed the handle of his door and slowly opened it. When he walked in and looked at his bed he gasped.
"No. Fucking. Way!" He said walking to the bed and grabbing the little fluff ball decorated with a bow.
"Yes way baby! Are you happy?" I asked kissing his shoulder.
"Fuck yeah I'm happy!" He said as he rubbed noses with the puppy.
"What's his name baby?" I asked.
"Ketchup." He said matter of factly.
"Okay. Ketchup it is. Hi Ketchup!" I said petting the squirming puppy.
"Okay, now you're the best. I love you." Calum said pulling me into a hug and allowing Ketchup to lick my cheek.
"I love you too. I better hurry up and get a shower if we don't want to be late to Michael's. I'll see you in a little bit, baby." I said gathering my things and heading to the bathroom.
I hopped in the shower and washed my hair and body. By the time I got out, I checked my phone to see that Michael had blown me up. I walked into Calum's room.
"Michael texted me." I said.
"What did he say love?" Cal asked while playing with Ketchup on the bed.
"'Hey, you guys can head over whenever.' Then two minutes later he said 'Are you and Calum having sex too?' Then he said 'Luke and Amanda are having sex. You and Calum are having sex. Jesus Christ.' Then the last one just says 'NO ONE FUCKING ANSWERS ME.'" I read them out loud. Calum could not contain his laughter.
"He texted me like five minutes ago and I told him we'd be over soon. He's nuts." He said handing me my set of pajamas and changing into his own.
*****
We were the first to get to Michael's. We walked into the man cave and sat on the couch. Deysi came in from the other room with Michael. We chatted about how the holidays were until there was a knock at the door. Michael went to answer it. After hearing some chatter, Luke walked into the room with a bag of gifts. He came right over to us and started telling Calum something that I wasn't paying attention to. Amanda walked in soon after him. Deysi sprang up from her seat.
"Amanda!" She yelled and crashed into her. "I missed you so much." She said, hugging her tighter.
"I missed you too Deys." Amanda laughed and pulled away from her. Amanda's eyes widened and her head snapped up at Deysi. I was confused as to what was happening. Deysi looked confused too and tilted her head to the side.
"Deysi what the fuck is that?" Amanda asked and Deysi furrowed her eyebrows.
"What?" She asked, cluelessly. Amanda grabbed her hand and lifted it up, flashing the ring in her face.
"That!" She snapped, thrusting her hand towards her face. She smiled at the ring and pulled her hand out of Amanda's grasp.
"Oh yeah." She laughed. Amanda looked over at Michael who was laughing obnoxiously.
"When did that happen?" She asked and he shrugged.
"Christmas Eve." Michael announced and Deysi nodded.
"What the fuck Deys! Why didn't you tell me?" Amanda asked and Deysi shrugged again.
"I forgot." She chuckled.
"You are such an idiot. How could you forget to tell your best friend that you got engaged!" Amanda exclaimed.
"Im sorry!" She fought and we all just just laughed.
"It's fine Deys. Im happy for you." Amanda smiled. Deysi grinned and ran back over to Michael. Amanda plopped herself down next to Luke and he instantly wrapped his arms around her.
"I like how we're all wearing onesies except for Emily and Calum." She said, pointing at us.
"Shut up, my mum bought them for us okay." Cal groaned and she laughed. "And another thing! How come none of you told me that Emily bought me a fucking puppy for christmas!" He yelled and everyone shrugged.
"It was a fucking surprise mate, stop complaining before I steal the puppy from you." Michael threatened and Calum shut up.
"You wouldnt dare." He gasped and Michael smirked.
"Yeah we'll see." He chuckled and Calum frowned.
"Michael leave Calum alone and take yours and Deysi's presents out of the bag." Luke said.
"Wait, where's Ashton?" Amanda asked.
"He said he was gonna be a little late." I said and she frowned. I turned to Cal to ask if he was alright. Just something I always do. Just then, the door whipped open revealing a big smiled, curly-headed, giggly man child.
"Ashton!" Amanda yelled and hopped up from her seat. She ran over to him and slammed her body into his. "Ashton I've missed you so much." She mumbled into his chest.
"Ive missed you to Amanderp, so much." He giggled and she groaned at the nickname. She pulled apart from him and stood at his side.
"Nice outfit ya got there." He said and she looked down at his normal clothing. His eyes wandered around the room before he let out a thick groan.
"Well thanks guys! How come no one told me that we were wearing pajamas." He frowned and Michael laughed. We all shot him a scowl and he raised his hands in defense. "What? I thought it would be funny!" He fought and Amanda shook her head.
"I guess its a good thing that one of your presents is a ninja turtle onesie." She smiled and his face lit up. He bounced on his feet then followed her over to the couch to say hi Luke, Calum, and I.
"Mates! Ive missed you guys!" He exclaimed and brought the three of us into a hug. Amanda smiled at the sight and sat down in her original spot on the couch. Ashton took the empty seat next her.
"Alright well everyones here! Let's open presents and get this party started!" Michael yelled and Deysi groaned.
"Why are you always so loud?" She questioned.
"Why are you always so annoying." He shrugged and she glared at him.
"Dont test me Clifford." She scolded and Michael rolled his eyes before tearing into his presents. Cal pulled me onto the floor to lay with him. Tonight was a perfect night with perfect people.
