despite everything

( It's different to find someone insulting someone helpful, but it isn't unfamiliar to Frisk. The difference here is that Katsuki seems to be someone who wants to help, rather than motivate others to hurt. It's enough for Frisk to realize that Katsuki is someone good at heart - someone who does have love for others. Maybe a little rough around the edges, but they aren't a bad person. )

I can get out of bad situations on my own. But, s'nice to have company.

( So, they aren't going to say no to their help at all. Besides, they can help him in return. )

It's good to help others. Sometimes, people need it more than you think.

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[And Frisk would be right in their assessment. He's a bit...rowdy, and extremely rough on the outside, but not a bad kid. Not anymore, anyway. Took a while, and a whole lot of soul-searching to get to even this point (and the journey's no where near over), but it's...something. Better. Little by little, step by shaky and uneven step, he's getting there. He won't change at his core - Katsuki will always be a brash, blunt, and biting individual, but he's getting closer to being the person and Hero he wants to be.

even it doesn't seem that way sometimes, on the outside, to others.]

Aah, whatever. [Yeah, that's a fact of life, isn't it? People tend to get in over their heads, because the world fucking sucks. It's unkind to everyone, no matter who you are. It will find a way to humble you, eventually.] How far'd you make if before you noticed you were lost? Or that your mom's not around?

[If they can close the gap a little bit, retrace steps and all that, or at least give Katsuki a radius to work with, he can probably do this a hell of a lot better. Getting airborne isn't exactly an issue with his explosions, after all. Just needs a lot of room to kick off, so he doesn't destroy anything.]

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Not far, but I just don't want her to worry. ( The Dreemurrs have certainly been through a lot. Now that things have settled down at home, it feels like a bit much to disrupt their happy ending. ) ... I would have been okay on my own.

( Frisk is far better at surviving than anyone could really even begin to guess when they first meet them. But, this place doesn't seem dangerous either. Not compared to the Underground, anyways.

They would argue that this world can be kind. It's true that not everyone will be nice, but they've learned that it's being kind to others that can truly help influence others to do the same. That a little bit of kindness can go further than anyone could really realize. )

She might not be here. ( After all: ) ... There doesn't seem to be any monsters here.

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[Each time the kid says that - that they'll be fine on their own - Katsuki's mouth turns downward into a hard scowl. He's tempted to just let them go, if they have that sort of confidence, because even as he casts a glance at them appraisingly, he can sort of get the sense that's not all bravado. Even so, it just doesn't sit right to let an actual child wander around, lost, looking for their parent. He doesn't want to admit, and he plainly won't admit, but the feeling dwelling in the pit of his stomach is hard to ignore.

They're not going to find who they want to find, no matter how hard they look.]

Tch, unless you've got a really shitty old hag, I doubt anyone'd leave their kid on purp--....hah?

[Wait, what? Monsters? I mean, his own old woman is a monster, but when he says it, Katsuki tends to emote more. And this seems to not be a singular thing, but an umbrella term.]

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( There's a bit of a pause on Frisk's end. They can't help but wonder if the idea of monsters being what they are to Frisk is unusual to others. Everyone's come from different places, so... it's possible. While the monsters at home could be almost intimidating -- when it came down to it, they were rather kind.

Never mind how dangerous it had been at times for them or how intimidating some could be -- they ended up being irreplaceable friends. )

... A lot of my friends at home are monsters. The one I'm looking for took me in.

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[Chara approaches Frisk's bed at about 6 in the morning, a mischevious smile on their face as they enact their plan.

Which is to just jump on the bed enough to wake them up. As you do.]

Guess what day it is, partner. [Apparently, even at LVL 20, Chara stills feels like being festive. Because they are wearing a santa hat.]

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( RIP Frisk probably sleeping peacefully.. These rude awakenings were very likely going to become normal, aren't they?

Frisk makes a small noise of complaint -- a part of them tempted to go back to sleep, but they'll push themselves upwards regardless. Of course, even without the Santa hat, they would remember what day it was. What child wouldn't be excited for Christmas? )

Merry Christmas.

( Their lips tilt upwards a bit when they notice the hat. It's been pretty rough since they got here. It's nice to have a chance to think about something nice instead. )

You look happy.

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Slander. I'll deny it in court if I have to.

[They grin, jumping off the bed and landing on their feet.]

I made hot cocoa. Proper cocoa with milk. You can have some if you get out of bed.

[They also have a present, obviously, but that's in the living room of their little hovel.]

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Uh-huh. They'd say you were guilty.

( * You never thought your Partner could be bad at lying.

Frisk doesn't follow right away. They'll take the time to dig out a couple of gifts that they've safely stored under their mattress. Though, whether or not Chara was aware that they were hiding gifts is another story entirely.

The smell of hot cocoa is pleasant, despite what Frisk says next. )

It's early for chocolate.

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The court system is rife with injustice. This proves nothing.

[They are smiling though, and it's one of the rare moments when their guard is more or less down. Or it seems like it, anyway. It's hard to tell with them, how much of the childlike glee is an act, and how much of the ominious icy apathy they slip into is the truth. It's a question that even they couldn't really answer accurately.

But they do enjoy being festive.

They're halfway to calling out for Frisk after rushing to the living room, before they spot their partner entering.]

I think you'll find that time is an illusion that we can bend to our will with the power of our DETERMINATION. But if you don't want any I'll just drink both mugs. [And finally they see the gifts and with an unsurprised chuckle they gesture toward the makeshift tree they put up, where a pretty sizable gift is wrapped neatly as well.] Put them there, if you'd please. There is a tradition to this, after-all.

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I'll be the judge of that.

( It feels like it's been too long since they've been able to make up some sort of light-hearted humor.

They'll shake their head at what Chara says next. Hot chocolate first thing in the morning? Clearly the product of two children who need adults.

Speaking of traditions: )

Hot cocoa for breakfast can be our tradition. ( Just saying. But, they'll take the two gifts, tucking them neatly under the tree. Frisk may have made their rounds in Snowdin countless times now, but it feels like it's been a long time since they were able to celebrate Christmas. )

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[Chara shakes their head in faux shock.] My, my. What an unhealthy tradition... I see you are the corrupting influence on this household after-all. But if you insist.

[Chara smiles, and it's got none of their sarcastic humour or smug superiority, it's actually genuine.]

Would you like to unwrap yours first or shall I unwrap mine? You've gotten me two I see, so perhaps it might be wiser if I go first... [Also they want to go first.]

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S'okay. Chistmas is about making others happy. ( They don't mind being a bad influence in this case!

There's a small nod of their head then. They don't mind Chara going first. They're nervous and excited all at once about what they picked out. They still don't know very much about their Partner, after all. )

Okay. I'll go after.

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[On the morning of Christmas day, Frisk will find a gift box on their doorstep. It's a neatly wrapped thing, with navy blue paper and silver star patterns drawn with a speckle of glitter as well. There's a shiny, silver ribbon tied on top as well. Inside, well...what else could there be? It's a striped sweater that may be a bit too big for the young child, but at least it's ultra warm and cozy!! And inside the pocket are individually wrapped mini candy canes, chocolate coins, and small lollipops...to start.

There's also been included a dinosaur tea infuser as well as a dinosaur mug, because what kid doesn't like dinosaurs?? Heck, Ochako is officially seventeen in two days and she loves dinosaurs. The mug is bulked up with extra wrappings of tissue paper to keep it safe from breaking, and even has a small tin of chamomile lavender tea - decaf, of course - inside the hollow of the mug. She couldn't find golden flower tea, but this is just as tasty!!

On a card, which is also tucked into the pocket of the sweater, is drawn a little dinosaur sipping tea and a note on the other side:]

Dear Frisk,

Merry Christmas!! I'm pretty sure I remember that you celebrate, but if not...happy winter holiday from my world!!! I hope the sweater fits, it may be a bit big on you, but...maybe that way you can keep it longer? Grow into it, haha!! My parents used to do that for me when I was little. I'm sure you've found the candy, too... but make sure you're not allergic to anything before eating. I made sure not to have any nuts included in them or anything though, so it should be okay...

PLEASE let me know if the tea items got to you in one piece!! My Omen is usually gentle, but she gets clumsy and accidentally sat on a box of cookies I prepared for someone else. Had to make a whole new batch... At least they didn't go to waste...cuz she ended up eating them after. Anyway, I hope you're doing well, and aren't too cold, or snowed in or anything. Let me know if you need anything, I can deliver you stuff or help - it's what I specialize in, after all.

Your friend,
Uraraka Ochako ♥

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[Delivered to Frisk's door will be a handmade incense burner and some bakery bought cookies. Attached is a note:]

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Love,
Usagi

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Let's say you're sick. What do you do to make yourself feel better?

[ katherine's been able to escape sickness for over five hundred years thanks to her vampirism, but now that she's a little under the weather, well... frisk should count themselves lucky (or unlucky?) for being one of two people she's willingly sort of admitted she's sick to. (and trusted with a treat yo'self treatment plan.) ]

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Are you ok?

( They really can't help but ask after receiving her text. She wasn't just asking because she was curious, was she...? )

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Peachy. Right as rain.

[ she's not, call the trench's number for the hospital. (but don't.) ]

I was just curious. You seem like you'd be very wise when you're sick. And I've heard there's a lot of sickness going around the Trench these days.

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( They aren't so sure they believe her... But, they want to help. They're no expert, but they can at least try to tell her what they know. )

Chara makes tea when I don't feel good.

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Does it make you feel better?

[ katherine imagines as much. ]

What kind of tea do you like? I think that's something your friend should know.

[ and then burn when she tries to make it. ]

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A little. Sleeping helps the most.

( Tea was mostly comforting for them. )

I like peppermint tea. Ginger helps, but it doesn't taste very good.

( .... )

Do you want me to make some tea for you?

( They won't ask again if Katherine doesn't feel well, but they still want to help. )

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[ this is where she should say "no thank you, i was just curious! i'm a vampire; i never get sick!" but she's sick and the trench has kept her vampirism in check (for once) and she'd very much like to stop feeling like crap. stefan's as useless as she is; neither of them has gotten sick in a long, long time. ]

If you don't mind.

I imagine if anyone's going to be the best tea maker, it'd be you.

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