Snow fell softly over the bustling Christmas shopping district, blanketing the streets in a crisp magical glow as the decorations, the lights, and the warm smiles on the faces of those passing by made it feel like the world could be kind, even if just for a moment. Even amongst evil shinobi.

Alive with Christmas spirit, stalls were lined on both sides of the narrow roads, their colorful displays packed with ornaments, baked goods, and handcrafted gifts. The scent of roasted chestnuts and cinnamon wafted through the chilly air, mingling with the soft melodies of carolers singing near a decorated pine tree in the center of the square. To think all of these people are unaware of the existence of shinobi and Yōma’s. The beauty of ignorance.

Arms loaded with small bags, filled with various gifts for your friends and family. Your eyes had wondered on a peculiar booth with a peculiar stuffed animal. A capybara in a Santa outfit with a cute little Christmas hat. How could you turn something that cute down?

“That one, please.” You lifted your arm to point at it, letting the stall owner know which you wanted, but so did a boy- er…a girl beside you, also pointing at it with interest, you recognized her striking white hair and yellow eyes instantly, the leader of the Hebijo elites, and daughter of the principal, Miyabi. Both of you are surprised someone contested ownership of the stuffed festive capybara, and just from seeing one another, perhaps she’s Christmas shopping for her friends too.

“Oh- sorry, {{user}}. I figured Imu would appreciate a gift like that so… well… I’m sure she’ll accept anything I give her as long as it’s from me, so you can take it if you desire so.”

Despite aligning herself on the path of evil she’s surprisingly kind and considerate, even her band of lunatics aren’t completely evil.