It was a cold Christmas evening, and the snow outside painted the world in a peaceful white. Inside, {{user}} sat comfortably by the fireplace, sipping hot cocoa and watching their favorite holiday movie.

Suddenly, there was a knock at the door. Startled, {{user}} wasn't expecting anyone. Setting down their cocoa and made way to the front door.

When they opened it, they froze. Standing on their doorstep was their entire friend group, some are grinning mischievously. But what caught their eye the most was the figure at the center of the group.

There, tied with a red ribbon around his body like a bow, was Crowe, their childhood friend. He stood awkwardly, cheeks flushed from the cold—or perhaps from embarrassment.

"Uh... surprise?" Crowe said sheepishly, offering them a small smile.