Intro:

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(Azazel's POV)

I continued to soar above Inkopolis... eventually landing directly in front of my house.

My aura dissipated, along with my wings, crimson eye color, and my tentacle went back to their normal shade of purple.

I opened the door, and the agents took notice of my entry.

Bordeaux ran towards me and hugged me tightly.

Diana: I take it whatever experiment Marina did on you was a success?

Azazel: Yep, it was.

Juvia: How was it?

Azazel: Let's just say it was incredibly painful.

Bordeaux: But you're alright, aren't you? *She sounded worried*

Azazel: I'm fine, Bordeaux.

Ahato: It's a good thing you're alright.

Azazel: So, what's for dinner?

They remained silent.

Azazel: ...I'm guessing you guys didn't plan out dinner, huh?

Diana: Some of us have tried cooking dinner, but it always turned out to be a disaster.

Bordeaux: Umm... I don't know how to cook, so it was made worse.

Ahato: I've only taken a small amount of cooking classes back in the Octarian Army, and that's all I got.

Juvia: Same here, and let's be honest, the rations they had are terrible.

Bordeaux and Ahata nodded.

I walked towards the door.

Diana: Where are you going?

Azazel: To fix our little problem.

I then walked out of the house, got on my motorcycle, and drove off.

Azazel: (Man, I really need to get a car soon.)

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(Ahato's POV)

They were waiting in the TV room for me to get back, and in the meantime they were watching this on SquidTube.

Diana: I never thought I would find any of this to be funny. *She chuckles*

Juvia: Who knows, maybe we should do our own funnies montage.

Ahato: Oh my God, we should!

Bordeaux: Yes! Write that down.

Ahato brings out her phone and types in their funnies montage plan.

Diana: Wait, why weren't we on a talk show of any sort?

They were silent for a bit.

Juvia: Ask Marie.

Bordeaux: Maybe next time we see Marie, we can ask her to be on a podcast with her.

Ahato: Ooh, good one, Bordeaux.

Bordeaux giggles.

Diana receives a text from me.

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Azazel: Hey Diana, can you do something for me?

Diana: And what would that be?

Azazel: Can you get everyone's plates and cups set up?

Diana: I assume you bought dinner.

Azazel: Yep, pizza night.

Diana: I'm always down for some pizza.

Diana: Okay, I'll set the table up.

Azazel: Thanks, Diana.

Diana: Gotta help an agent out.

Azazel: Guess you got me there.

Azazel: I'll be back in 3 minutes. See ya later.

Diana: See ya

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Diana got up from the couch and walked towards the kitchen.

Ahato: Hmm?

Ahato got up as well and followed her.

She saw that Diana is setting up the table with plates and cups as well.

Ahato: Say, did Azazel get food?

Diana: He sure did, it's pizza night.

Juvia and Bordeaux came out of the TV room.

Juvia: Did you say pizza?

Bordeaux: Is it true, Diana?

Diana: It is.

I opened up the door, and they were all glaring at me.

All of them: Pizza!

Azazel: Alright, alright. Let me set the pizza down.

I walked towards the counter and placed the pizza boxes on there.

After that, I headed back outside to get the 2-liters of soda and bring them into the house.

Azazel:

Everyone got a slice or more and we sat down at the table, along with pouring our drinks.

Juvia: Nothing can beat pizza night.

Azazel: Indeed.

We were all wolfing down on the pizza and the soda because... let's face it, pizza is fucking awesome.

Diana: Much better than pineapple pizza.

Azazel: Right? Pineapple on pizza is just disgusting. [This is my personal opinion, don't @ me for not liking Hawaiian pizza.]

Juvia: Who even likes pineapple on pizza?

Ahato: Weirdos, apparently.

Bordeaux: I hope I don't have some of that...

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(Azazel's POV)

After we were done eating all of the pizza, it was time to head to bed. Juvia and Bordeaux went into their room, Ahato went in hers, Diana went to her room, and I entered my room.

I changed into a pair of sweatpants, and I covered myself under the sheets. Soon enough, I drifted to sleep.

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(Juvia's POV)

Juvia was sleeping on the top bunk of their bed, enjoying her beauty sleep.

Thought that wouldn't last for a while, when she felt a nudge on her body.

Juvia: Hmm?

She slowly opened her eyes, and looked to her right to see Bordeaux was there.

Juvia: What are you doing up so late, Bordeaux?

Bordeaux: Can you teach me something?

Juvia: Uh, and what would that be?

Bordeaux: I want to seduce Azazel.

Hearing that from Bordeaux left Juvia quite surprised.

Juvia: Are you okay, sweetie?

Bordeaux: I'm not, it's just... everyone is getting so lovey-dovey around him, and it's not fair. Pearl keeps on cuddling with him, Marina pushes her big boobies on him when she trips falls on him, Marie can't stop thinking about him, and Callie won't stop touching him!

Juvia: Okay, I admit it. We all love the guy. Even I can't get him out of my head. Ahata even told me something similar, and to my surprise, Diana can't stop looking at him.

Bordeaux: Well, I heard something from Diana that she plans to "get it on" with him, should she searches deep within her feelings.

Juvia was blushing at this point, to hear that Diana has interest in me is quite the surprise.

Juvia: ...I think I may need to have a talk with her in the morning.

Bordeaux: Can you teach me?

Juvia: I'm sorry, but I cannot.

Bordeaux: But why?

Juvia: For one, maybe you should rethink your decisions. And I know you're not a child, but you act quite young for someone who didn't know surface life.

Bordeaux: Did you act like that?

Juvia became speechless after she heard Bordeaux make that comeback.

Juvia: ...Guess you got me there.

Bordeaux: So please teach me, Juvia... or I'll let Azazel know that you've been humping on a body pillow with him on it.

Now she was completely shocked, how could she know what Juvia was doing?

Juvia: What the? How do you know that?!

Bordeaux: You shake the bed so much, and it's hard for me to sleep.

Juvia: (I'm sorry, Azazel...) Alright, I'll teach you.

Bordeaux: Yay!

Juvia: Though it won't be easy for you?

Bordeaux: Huh?

Juvia: You're more innocent and pure than a baby, so it would be impossible.

Bordeaux: Oh...

Juvia then gets down from the bed and walks to the bookshelf.

Juvia: I think this will help you.

She grabs a thick book and heads back to where Bordeaux is.

Juvia: Take this.

As soon as Bordeaux takes the book from Juvia, she almost dropped it.

Juvia: That book will teach you everything you need to know about seducing men.

Bordeaux: Thank you! *She gave a wide smile*

Juvia climbs back up to her bunk, and looks down with regret as Bordeaux goes through the book

Juvia:

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(Azazel's POV)

It was a cold morning in Inkopolis, and I already have a plan for today.

As I was waking up, I got punched so hard by the cold air.

Azazel: Jeez. It's so cold, my nipples are like pencil erasers.

I decided to go into the bathroom and take a hot shower. However, I was stopped by a sudden surprise.

Bordeaux: Hi, Azazel. *She said in a sly voice*

It was even more strange when I saw that she was completely naked.

Azazel: Uh... what are you doing in here?

Bordeaux: Wanting to take a shower with you.

Azazel: (What am I suppose to do? Diana will have my head if she sees this!)

I left my room and decided to head to the other bathroom.

As I was taking my shower, I looked out often to see if Bordeaux walked into the bathroom. I'm relieved that she didn't, though I'm confused as to why she's acting like that.

Once I was finished with my shower, I got dressed and headed downstairs to make myself some coffee.

To give you an idea as to how weird she was acting, she was doing a seductive pose while I was pouring my cup of coffee.

Azazel: What do you think you're doing?

Bordeaux: Do you like what you see?

I facepalmed.

Azazel: Look, I really don't have time for this.

Bordeaux: Can't you find me sexy, just this once? *She puffed up her cheeks in irritation*

Azazel: I want to, but it just feels wrong. Knowing whole heartedly that Diana would not be happy if she were to see you like this.

Bordeaux: Oh... I see.

She walked back upstairs, as she was feeling so down.

I finished drinking my coffee, and walked up back to my room. I was looking around my wardrobe to find warm clothing for the winter. So I got what I needed, and I dressed myself in my winter clothing. I was wearing a olive parka, white snow pants, winter boots, mitted gloves, and a ushanka.

Azazel: This will keep me comfy.

I walked back downstairs and headed outside. And to say that it was a winter wonderland couldn't be presented better. There was snow all around Inkopolis, and I could see kids making snow angels, building snowmen, having snowball fights, you name it.

I went to the train station and headed off to the Square.

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(Callie's POV)

At the Squid Sister's apartment, Callie was in her room, going through her closet.

Callie: Come on, I need to look fresh for my date.

She was ransacking through her closet, which caught Marie's attention.

Marie: What are you doing, Callie?

Callie: I'm trying to find a fresh outfit.

Marie: I take it you're worried about you date, huh?

Callie: Of course, Marie!

Marie: I say y'all gonna make me lose my mind up in here.

Callie: What's that suppose to mean?

Marie then walked out of Callie's room, giggling to herself.

Callie: I know you're up to something from your giggling!

Marie: Whatever.

A little while later, and Callie found the right outfit for her.

At the same time, she heard a buzz.

Callie: Perfect timing.

She walked over to a panel and pushed a button.

Callie: Who is it?

Azazel: {Hey, Callie.}

Callie: Ooh, hey there.

Azazel: You gonna buzz me in?

Callie: Off and away.

She pushed a button that signaled me to come in.

Azazel: {Thanks.}

Callie then walked out to the living room and waited at the door. At the same time, Marie was on the couch, trying to find something on TV.

Marie: I take it he's in the building?

Callie: Yep.

Marie: Hope he can keep you supplied with food.

Callie: What? I just really like food.

Marie just sighed.

A knock was heard on the front door.

Callie: Ooh, he's here.

She opened up the door to see me there.

Azazel: Yo. *I gave a peace sign*

She pulled me in for a hug.

Callie: Glad you can make it. *She giggled*

Azazel: Where do you have planned to go for our date?

Callie: Well, I have a few places in mind.

Azazel: That should keep us occupied.

Callie: What do you think of my outfit?

She presented herself the outfit that she was wearing to me. [Note that the high heels would be replaced with winter boots, the leather jacket replaced with a grey fur coat, she be wearing knitted gloves, and finally her pink beanie]

Azazel: I think it looks cute on you.

Callie: T-thank you. *She said with a slight blush*

Marie: You two have fun now.

Callie: We'll be back soon.

We walked out of their apartment and headed outside.

Callie: Do you think you can be like my bodyguard? I love my fans, but they can be too much, especially when they want to do some weird things with me.

Azazel: Don't worry, Callie. I got you covered.

Callie giggles.

We walked towards the Square, and it was quite lively, as usual.

Azazel: So where should we head to first?

Callie: Let's go to the Shoal.

Azazel: Well, why not?

We walked to the Shoal and looked around to see what we could play.

Callie looked over to see a crane machine, and in it was a zapfish plushie that see wants.

She walked over towards the crane machine, and I follow suit. Callie attempted to get the plushie quite a few times, but I had to cool her off as she was punching the machine for being rigged.

Callie: Damn machine won't let me get the plushie.

Azazel: Perhaps I could give it a shot.

I inserted a coin into the machine, and by sheer dumb luck, I got the plushie.

Callie was speechless, as I got the plushie on my first try.

Azazel: Here you go.

She takes the plushie from my hand and proceeds to hug it.

Callie: Thanks. *She gave me a light peck*

After a while of playing arcade games at the Shoal, we headed back to the Square.

Azazel: Say, you feel like getting something from the Crust Bucket?

Callie: Yeah, I can go for a pick-me-up.

We headed to the Crust Bucket, and ordered ourselves some food. We were sitting at, you guessed it, the table with the umbrella.

Callie: I'm enjoying my time with you.

Azazel: Yeah, I'll have to agree with you on that one.

She giggles at my response.

Azazel: So how did it feel, when Marie won the last Splatfest you guys did?

Callie thought of it for a moment.

Callie: When Marie won our final Splatfest, part of me felt proud of her winning and I knew she deserved to win.

Her expression became more of sorrow.

Callie: But ever since then, we both went our separate ways. We always knew that we would be the Squid Sisters forever, but it's been so difficult. The Squid Sisters is what kept us together, but it seems that myself and Marie are fading away from each other. We can't even look at each other!

She was on the verge of tears, and I did my best to comfort her.

Azazel: You're not alone, Callie.

Callie looks at me.

Azazel: I understand that you and Marie have gone separate ways, but she'll truly won't separate you from her life. You two are family after all, and family will always have your back.

She wipes the tears from her eyes.

Callie: You're right. The Squid Sisters are not truly gone, we've only just begun.

Azazel: That's the spirit.

A random Inkling walked up towards us.

Inkling: Hey, do you think you guys have the direction to-

He was cut off when he recognized Callie.

Inkling: You're Callie, from the Squid Sisters!

Callie: Please, keep your voice down.

The Inkling calmed himself.

Callie: What can I help you with?

Inkling: Do you know where Grizzco Industries is at?

Callie: It's right over in that alleyway. *She points in the direction of where it is at*

Inkling: Thanks, Callie. And hey, would you mind signing my hat?

Callie: I'd love to. Do you have a pen, Azazel?

Azazel: Oh yeah, I got one.

I went through my parka and got out a pen.

Callie then took the Inkling's hat as well as my pen, and signed it.

Inkling: Thanks a lot. My friends are gonna flip out.

Callie giggles.

Azazel: Go get 'em, champ!

He soon rushes off to the alleyway.

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We did all kinds of things, from having a snowball fight at the park, seeing a movie, you name it.

Soon, we were back at the apartment, as it was getting late.

Callie: I guess I'll see you on Squidmas.

Azazel: Yeah. It's gonna be a blast.

Callie giggles.

I proceeded to walk towards the entrance of the complex, but I was stopped.

Callie: Wait!

She grabs me, and pulls me in for a kiss. We embraces for a moment, until she broke off.

Callie: Thanks for being with me today.

Azazel: I'm always glad to spend time with you.

I walked out of the apartment complex to head towards the train station.

Callie: (I wish I could've gone further with him. Oh, now that would be bliss.)

She had a sly smile on her face, as she headed back into her apartment.

Marie: So how did it go?

Marie was in the kitchen, preparing dinner for herself and Callie.

Callie: It was great.

Marie gave a smile at Callie.

Marie: You sound like you had a lot of fun with him.

Callie: What are you making?

Marie: I'm making some chicken curry ramen, along with rice.

Callie: Ooh! My favorite.

Once Marie was done making the food, she set up the table. She placed the noddles into the bowls, along with other things, like the broth, chicken breasts, nori seaweed, narutomaki, bamboo shoots, scallions, and a soft boiled egg. She then placed rice on the plates right next to the ramen. After all, it is curry, so the rice is essential.

Callie and Marie clasped their hand together, closed their eyes, and said this.

Callie & Marie: Itadakimasu! (Itadakimasu! - いただきます! - Let's eat!)

They were eating their food, slurping as loud as they can as they consume the ramen. Marie soon turned to all of you readers.

Marie: Remember, when at a ramen restaurant, it's important that you slurp as loud as you can to tell the chef that you like it.

Callie: And always say "Itadakimasu!" before eating.

Marie: It's a part of Japanese culture.

They continued wolfing down on the food, until they were finished. It was also around the time they should heading to bed.

Marie had entered her room, and soon Callie went into her room.

She stripped herself of her clothes, and put on some PJs. She climbed up into her bed, and soon enough, she was in a deep sleep.

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(Azazel's POV)

I had gotten back to the house, and I went upstairs to head to bed.

Once I was in my bedroom, I changed into my sweatpants, and I climbed into bed.

Azazel: I hope that this Squidmas will be one to remember.

It didn't take me long to drift off to sleep. What do we have planned for Squidmas? Find out soon.

SEE YOU SPACE COWBOY...

Holy shit, I did not expect this to take so much of my time. But yeah, I got the Christmas special coming up as the next chapter, so stay tuned. If you guys enjoy this chapter and enjoy this story, be sure to show me some love, hit that vote button, follow me to receive news on Into the Light. I appreciate all of the support you guys are giving me, and I want you all to know that. So, continue with the support, it really means a lot. We have reached 2k reads on Into the Light, so thank you all for showing support to my story, it really means a lot to hit this milestone. Chapter 38 is in development. As always, I'm RaveDogg, and I'll see you in the next chapter.

December 22nd, 2020.