Naya's POV

Winter socks, my comfortable bed, a cup of coffee and my sweet Alex bought us matching Christmas pajamas. This is literally what I've been looking forward to for the last two weeks. Just spending some time with her and my family. I am still in bed but Alex promised she would take me downstairs when everyone is here. But for now I have to stay in bed while she makes me some breakfast.

We both have been so emotional the whole morning and honestly anything makes me cry right now. When Alex gave me the pajamas, we both cried a bit.

After our intensive crying session in the shower we cuddled a bit in bed and I honestly needed those few minutes with her. Everything has been so overwhelming and it's the first time we've actually been alone.

I missed being myself, with her.

"Heeeyyy my little fighter."

I turn my head to the side and smile at my sister coming through the door. "Hey sis" I say in a low voice with a smile on my face.

As she walks closer I start to tear up and she quickly jumps in bed with me. She immediately pulls me closer and I let my head fall to her shoulder.

"I am so happy you're here" I whisper through my tears.

"Of course. It's Christmas." she smiles and kiss the top of my head. "I am not missing our tradition."

I lift up my head and wipe away my tears. "I honestly thought my accident changed everything. I didn't know if anyone was still up for our little tradition."

"What?" she frowns. "Of course not"

"You are all exhausted and I would've understood if you just wanted to stay home and take some time for yourselves."

"Naya stop." she sighs. "Yes we are exhausted but we are all getting through this together. We all need this, we all want to be together this Christmas."

"Ok" I smile and lay down next to her and cuddle her arm.

"How is Alex doing?" she asks in a low voice.

"She seems better now that we are home. She doesn't really talk about how she is feeling but I don't want to pressure her."

I let out a deep sigh just thinking about it. She is definitely in a bad place and I am really worried about her. But all I can do is be here for her. Once I'm better and able to take care of myself then I can take care of her. I know Alex, she is so fucking stubborn, so I'm not even going to mention that we should focus on her. She doesn't care about herself. Her focus is on me now and there is nothing I can do about that.

Just at the thought of her, my beautiful girlfriend comes through the door with my breakfast. She looks really cute in her pajamas and her Christmas beanie. I still can't believe I am home for Christmas eve.

"Woah baby, I have been gone for like fifteen minutes and you already took another girl to bed." she rolls her eyes with a smile.

"I mean, how could she not? " Lara smirks. "I am fantastic cuddle buddy."

"Yes you are" I laugh and cuddle closer to my sister.

"Ok, ok stop" she whines and we both laugh. I sit up with the help of Lara and she places a nice plate of breakfast on my lap.

"Thank you baby" I smile and wait patiently for my kiss which I get because well, she can't resist me.

"Where are you going?" I ask as she stands up to walk out the door.

"I'll be right back. Just eat your food." she smiles.

"Where is yours?" I raise my eyebrow at her.

"I made myself a smoothie." she says with a slight chuckle which doesn't convince me all that much.

"She's lying" Lara whispers in my ear but Alex can obviously hear her.

"I know" I whisper back and glare at Alex.

"Oh whatever" she sighs and walks away.

"I'm gonna to kill her." I groan in frustration.

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Lara and I spent some much needed time in my bed, just talking about normal things. We decided not too talk about the accident and it was honestly really refreshing. We laughed and joked around like all times.

A little after that our parents arrived and I am definitely sure Lara asked them not to talk about the accident. I appreciate the gesture but I wouldn't have minded if they did. I did however reassure them that I am feeling much better which was the absolute truth.

The medicine does make me a bit sleepy but not as much that I would fall asleep. I needed to take some pain medication and before I even said it Alex was by my side with two pills and a glass of water. She probably saw my discomfort or the expression on my face.

Just like she promised Alex carried me downstairs to a comfy made up bed on the couch.

And this will be my spot for the rest of the day.

Everyone is in their Christmas pajamas. My mom, sister and Elaine is in the kitchen baking some cookies. My dad and Alex are also in the kitchen making everyone some hot coco but they all keep me in the conversation. I can see them all from where I am so it isn't any inconvenience.

I think they are actually jealous of me because I am wrapped in a fuzzy blanket and they are standing in the kitchen which is much colder.

But I'm not entirely satisfied yet. I want my girlfriend closer. She is too far away from me.

"Alex" I say in a low voice. I don't really want to interrupt the conversation but I can't wait anymore.

I know the volume of my desperate call didn't reach her but a few seconds later she turns around and she glances up at me. I only look deep into her eyes, she immediately leaves everything on the counter and walks over to me.

"What's wrong?" she bends down next to me with concern in her eyes. "Are you in pain? Are you cold? What-"

"Baby stop" I whisper and cup her face. "I just wanted some attention."

Her expression softens and she gives me a soft smile. "I'm right here" she whispers and turns her head to kiss my hand. I feel her one hand sneek into the blanket and softly rub my stomach.

"You've been busy all morning" I slightly pout but she kisses it away with a smile.

"I'm sorry baby. We just want to get everything done and then we can all relax." she says in a soft tone.

"No I want you now" I fake cry and cover my face with the blanket.

I hear her slightly chuckle and stand up. Just as I uncover my head to glare at her for leaving, I see her taking her slippers off. I look past her and see my mom with a smile on her face. My smiles widens when she opens up the covers and gets in next to me.

"Oh wow it's so warm in here" she whispers and gets herself comfortable.

I latch onto her body and put my face in her neck as she holds me close. I feel her kiss my head and the other hand rubbing up and down my side.

This is all I wanted. I want her close to me, feel her warmth and comfort.

"Hey look at me" she whispers and I open my eyes. I look up to a soft smile on her face and she leans closer to give me a soft kiss.

I slightly moan against her lips and then groan as she pulls away. She slightly chuckles at my disappointed face and moves her body in line with mine, faces only inches apart.

"Can I tell you something?" she whispers.

"Please" I smile at the possibility of just talking to her. I absolutely love talking to her no matter what it's about.

"Last Christmas eve I wrote my letter to Santa Claus. But I was actually worried that it was too late"

I laugh a little but let her continue.

"Because it was literally the day before Christmas. I wasn't sure he would be able to get my gift in time."

I smile because I know this isn't a true story. This is just a distraction.

"So I ran to the post office and I asked the lady to please send my letter to him. She thought I was joking but after a few minutes and a few tears she finally took my letter and promised that she'll send it right that minute. I went back home and spend the day with my mom. I was so excited because I couldn't wait for the next morning. My letter was sent so my present will definitely be under the tree. "

"No!" I laugh and cover my eyes in disbelief.

"No wait" she laughs and takes my hand away. "I couldn't sleep that night, I kept looking out the window for him. I watched your show to keep me awake so thank you for that." she winks and I laugh.

"I eventually fell asleep but the next morning when I woke up I literally ran down the stairs. I came into the living room and I was met with disappointment. There were no extra gifts under the tree. It was just the ones me and my mom put under there."

"Awhh I'm sorry baby" I say in laughter.

"At first I was mad at the post office and then I was mad at Santa Claus because why didn't he bring me my gift. But after a few minutes I was just mad at myself." she sighs.

"I forgot that we didn't have a fireplace. So he couldn't get in"

I stare at her for a few seconds and then I just burst into laughter.

"I don't know why you're laughing." she says in a disappointed face but I can see she is about two seconds away from laughing too. "I really wanted a new surfboard."

I laugh even harder and I feel the tears running down my cheeks. "Oh my gosh" I breathe out and wipe my tears away.

She starts laughing too and hugs me closer to her. I hide my face in her neck and enjoy the sound of her laughter. Even though I know she did this all for me, I still love that she is laughing. I haven't heard it in what feels like forever.

"What about this year?" I pull away to look at her again. "Did you write you letter to Santa?" I tease with a smile.

"I did not because I moved and I didn't know if it would be ok to write down your address. I heard he is your second biggest fan and I didn't want him to stalk you"

"Oh wow that's really nice of you babe. Thank you" I laugh.

"Of course." she smiles and leans down to kiss me. "I can only imagine how you must feel about people who have these major crushes on you. It must be so unpleasant." she says with a disgusted look on her face.

"It can be, yes" I chuckle. "But not always. Sometimes you meet someone in a unexpected situation and you immediately fall for them."

"Oohh" she smiles and then leans closer to kiss me again.

The kiss is deeper this time but she pulls away just as I start to enjoy it and leaves me disappointed at the loss of contact. I keep my face close to hers and let our noses touch for a minute longer.

Our little moment was cut short when the rest of the family came to join us on the couch.

"Ok I think we should start with charades" my mom says in an excited voice. "Teams are me, Elaine and Alex. And-"

"Nope" I simply cut her off. "You can't have the two smart ones in your team mom"

"Baby!" Alex laughs at me.

"I am with Naya on that. I want Elaine on my team." Lara chirps at the end of the couch.

"What about me?" Alex fake cries with a chuckle.

"I can't take you. Naya will fight me." she laughs.

"True" I nod. "I want Alex and dad. I am the sick one so I can decide." I grin widely.

"Fine but you can only use that excuse once" my mom laughs and gets the papers ready. "And I'm starting." she sticks her tongue out at me.

I only laugh with everyone else and shake my head. She really loves game nights, we all actually do and that's exactly why I love Christmas.

My mom takes her place in front of the tv while Alex and I rearrange our seating position. She puts some pillows behind us so we can sit more upright. She isn't holding me anymore but I never break contact with her. I put my hand on her thigh and like always, she plays with my fingers. The timer starts and we all watch my mom as she gets excited to start explaining her word.

The next few hours we spent in the comfort of my living room. The fireplace has kept us all nice and warm. We played game after game. We didn't stop laughing once and it felt kinda nice to have pain because of laughter. Alex was concerned for a few minutes but I told her I was fine. I really was, it was just my ribs that couldn't handle all the crunching from laughter.

Jared finally came over and Lara was so happy about that. She missed him the whole morning but he went to his parents house for a bit. She was supposed to go with him but she wanted to be with me and he understood that.

My mom and Elaine made the most amazing soup for dinner which was actually a good thing because we could all eat on the couch. I wouldn't have made it if we had to sit at the dining table and I would've felt bad if they made a nice roast dinner and they had to eat on the couch. It would've been uncomfortable.

Alex ate her hole bowl of soup. It wasn't really full like I would have hoped but I will take it.

Everyone got comfortable on the couch and Lara got to pick the first movie for our movie marathon until midnight. The sight of everyone cuddled up under blankets makes me so happy.

"Are you tired baby?"

I turn my head to Alex and give her a soft smile. "No"

"I can take you upstairs if you want to sleep" she whispers and gives me a soft kiss on my head.

"No I want to be in your arms at midnight." I smile.

"I'll still be with you. I just want you to be more comfortable."

"I am very comfortable" I say with a slight slur which makes her chuckle softly.

Maybe this medication is kicking in a bit. My head feels a bit foggy but I'm not tired. I just need to lay completely still.

"Ok baby. I'm glad but if you fall asleep I'll take you upstairs ok" she smiles and gives me a soft kiss.

"Thank you baby" I smile and lean closer for another kiss.

I really don't want to sleep and miss out on the midnight tradition but I also just want to sleep in my bed with Alex by my side. I don't remember anything from last night so tonight will be the first night we'll actually spend together in a normal bed.

I want her to cuddle me and tell me how much she loves me. I want to kiss her and enjoy the comfortable blankets wrapped around us.

And I definitely can't wait to wake up on Christmas morning and having her there next to me.

Just at that thought I find her hand under the blanket, lace her fingers with mine and cuddle closer to her with a smile on my face.

We continue watching the movie and just like every other Christmas movie, I cry at the end. I swear these movies are literally written to make everyone cry. Of course Alex didn't cry. I wasn't even shocked but I hit her a few times for mocking me about it.

We started with another movie but it has been put on pause because everyone was falling asleep so my mom and Elaine went to make some coffee. I also took this opportunity for a bathroom break.

And Alex was happy to help me. I wanted to walk so we came to the downstairs bathroom. There is no way I'll make it up the stairs. My leg is still hurting, the bruise on my ribs makes it hard to breathe sometimes and I literally don't have the strength to do it.

"I'll wait out here for you ok"

"What?" I frown. "No come with me"

"Baby" she laughs but I pull her with me and close the door behind her. I just want her near me the whole time. So she'll come in with me.

"It won't be the first time you've seen me pee" I shrug and pull down my pants.

"I know because your stubborn ass didn't want to keep in your catheter." she rolls her eyes and laughs.

"So you don't love me that much to watch me?" I raise a questionable eyebrow.

"Of course I love you that much. I would gladly keep you company but it's just not something I have to do." she explains in a slight nervous tone.

"No you don't have to, but I wanted you too" I smile as I flush.

"Then it's fine. If you want me too then I'll be here." she wraps her arms around my waist and looks at me in the mirror as I wash my hands.

"Thank you"

"Your welcome but this was a weird conversation for me." she laughs.

"Why?" I also laugh and dry my hands.

"I don't know. It felt like test or the start of a fight. I was a bit nervous." she sighs in laughter and opens the door.

"It was a test." I smirk as I walk past her.

"For what?" she chuckles behind me.

"Just too see how much you love me. " I turn around and send her a wink.

She just rolls her eyes because she obviously knows I am joking. I know how much she loves me. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't see or feel her love for me.

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