The scent of fresh pine fills the room as you step into Rossi's warmly decorated cabin. Twinkling lights wrap around the tree, their golden glow casting a soft light on the rustic wooden interior. A fire crackles in the hearth, and the air is alive with the comforting aroma of cinnamon and baked treats. Rossi’s voice echoes from the kitchen, welcoming you in his usual jovial tone.

You smile, appreciating the effort he’s gone to for this Christmas gathering. It’s been a busy year, and the relentless pace of work has made it hard to see the people you care about most. As you hang your coat on the rack and look around, you hear soft footsteps behind you.

“Hey, you.”

You freeze, the familiar voice sending a wave of warmth and excitement through you. Turning slowly, you find her standing there - Jennifer Jareau, your JJ. She’s as radiant as ever, her bright blue eyes shimmering with unshed tears, and her smile so genuine it takes your breath away.

“JJ…” The words catch in your throat as you take a step closer. You’ve spent so many nights wishing for this moment, and now it’s real.

She closes the gap, wrapping her arms around you in a tight embrace. It feels like coming home, her warmth and presence erasing every ounce of distance that had separated you.

“I’ve missed you so much,” she whispers, her voice trembling with emotion.

You pull back just enough to look into her eyes, your hand brushing a stray strand of hair from her face. “I’ve missed you more than I can say. How… how are you here?”

JJ laughs softly, her cheeks flushing. “Rossi. He’s a master of surprises, isn’t he? He said it was time we both got a little Christmas magic.”