My Best Friend, The Bad Boy

27 | Presents with a Surprising Twist

Kaillie's POV (not edited)

It's officially Christmas break, which is very exciting. I can't say that I haven't been waiting for a break than was longer than a simple weekend. School was getting a little hectic, after all.

Anyway, on a different topic though, the tie came in! Also very exciting. Thinking about those metaphorical waters again, a simple material item doesn't seem to be enough. I feel like there needs to be something more.

So who do I call? Well, I could go get Rachel and ask her, but I don't really feel like bothering her right now. Besides, I have Abby just a call away, and she understands the situation perfectly. I click her number, and she picks up almost immediately.

"Hey, what's up?" her voice comes, speaking loudly in to the phone. Maybe almost too loudly? I don't think there is anyone there though, as it is almost 2 in the morning.

"Hey Abs, I'm having a bit of a problem, if you're free to help me," I say, wondering if anything is happening over there. But there shouldn't be?

There's a moment of silence on the phone, and I hear a bit of movement. "'Course, Kai, what's the problem?"

"Well, it's about Christmas and Carter," I start off, not really knowing how to describe the exact thing I'm feeling right now.

"I thought you already got him a present?" Abby asks, the confusion evident in her voice.

I can see why she's confused; I would be too. But I guess I forgot to mention the  metaphorical waters I felt on our little adventure. "I did, it just doesn't feel like enough," I explain, going on to say, "When I asked him what he wished for Christmas, he had this glint in his eyes, and said he couldn't think of anything material just yet, but he was sure I'd figure it out." Even just remembering all his comments, or as one could call clues, makes me mind race a little faster.

"Maybe he just couldn't figure out anything at the time?" she questions, "Some people are like that."

"I know that," I tell her, "but this is Carter, and it wasn't the only comment made that seemed like it could have a second meaning."

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Today is the day. It's Christmas! Most of the presents under my tree were unwrapped late this morning with my family and I gathered in a circle around a Christmas tree. There were a lot of funny family moments, and for once, Rachel's boyfriend wasn't there. Not that I don't like him or anything, but without him here it feels like old times. That although time has changed, our family has not. Despite knowing the lie, it still warmed my heart. After all, having Christmas spirit isn't about the presents you'll receive, no matter what kids will tell you; it's about the family surrounding you. At least that's what I've learned in short time living on Earth.

So where am I now, you may ask? As per Christmas traditions, I'm with my second family. The one that includes Carter, Abby, Noah and the rest of the gang. As long as we have been friends, we have went to Carter's house during the afternoon, after having Christmas at our own houses with our families. Then, after we have had Christmas at the Williams house, we have a potluck dinner with everyone, parents included. This year, Blake has even joined us for Christmas afternoon at Carter's house.

This year, I felt different walking into Carter's house, which I guess I can attribute to the gifts I have for him. The first one, the tie, is more something to be expected, but in the card I wrote to see me for the other later, that's the one I'm worried about. That's the one where I display all my feelings out in the open, for him to truly see. And there would be where the nerves start appearing. At least it's in the card, meant to be explained in private, instead of something that can be seen out in the open.