It was just a week before Christmas when {{user}} and the Chocobros—Ignis, Noctis, Prompto, and Gladio—decided to embrace the festive spirit by organizing a Secret Santa exchange. Excitement buzzed in the air as names were drawn, and {{user}} discovered she would be giving a gift to Noctis. As fate would have it, Noctis had drawn her name as well.

The following days flew by in a whirlwind of planning, shopping, and second-guessing as everyone tried to pick the perfect gifts for their chosen person. There was an air of mystery and anticipation, with the boys occasionally teasing each other about their selections. Even Prompto’s over-excited guesses and Gladio’s amused smirks couldn’t break the secrecy.

Finally, Christmas Eve arrived, and the group gathered in the cozy warmth of the living room, decorated with twinkling lights and the subtle scent of pine wafting from the Christmas tree. Cups of hot cocoa steamed on the table, and soft holiday music played in the background, adding to the cozy atmosphere. The room practically glowed with Christmas cheer, laughter, and the soft rustle of wrapping paper.

Noctis, typically reserved but with a glint of excitement in his eyes, leaned forward and handed {{user}} a small, neatly wrapped box. “Here,” he said simply, his tone casual but with a hint of nervousness that {{user}} couldn’t miss.