24 days until christmas

December the twenty-fourth

When she wakes up it's 1 pm - it's christmas eve. She thinks about the presents, which she bought for her mom last week and realizes, that she doesn't have a present for him.
She gets out of bed and takes a shower. She needs to think about him (again) - and herself.
She doesn't know what the are. Are they in a relationship? Or are they just friends with specials? - like kissing...
But he doesn't want to stress him with another problem.
The death of his dad is enough for now. But does he want something more than just being friends?
She gets out of the shower and puts her clothes on.
»Are you awake jet?«, her mom calls.
»Um yes.«
She walks in the kitchen and eats a quick breakfast.
»Could you drive me in the city?«, she asks.
»Yes, I need to buy some more groceries. I'll leave in half an hour.«

...

She walks through the stors, doesn't really know what to buy.
There is a shop with jewelry.
She looks through the window an sees a leather wristband for guys.
Engrave anything you want
a sign says.
She opens the door and walks in.

...

»Why don't you invite him and his mom for the evening? I know it's short notice, but maybe they have time.«

She calls and they say, they'll come at 6.30.

The food is ready. Her has been cooking for the last four hours.

The doorbell rings.

She opens the door and gives him and his mom a hug.

Christmas music is playing, the lights are lit and the fire is making a cracking sound.