On the 5th day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a metahuman gift exchange.
Psid’s key slid into the lock as he read over the files in one hand. In his other he held a simple white box with a red bow on it. As the door slid open the telepath stepped inside to find Morgan, his lab assistant and love interest standing awkwardly with a box of his own. Psid blinked in confused and opened his mouth to say something when Morgan thrusted the box into his arms.
“Uhm… Merry… Merry Christmas Doctor. It’s… the least I can do for you… you… you’ve been taking so much good care of me.”
“Usually I would care not for such vain exchanges. However I do cherish the time we have spent together, so I imagined a gift would be most appropriate for the occasion.”
“So… what do we do now…”Morgan questioned, fidgeting with both sets of arms
“I suppose we open them.” Psid smiled softly and looked at his friend
“What if you don’t like what I gave you?” it was clear to Psid without his telepathy that Morgan was rather worried this gift was not going to be received well
“What we have given each other those passing months is more meaningful than whatever may be concealed within that box. So the exchange is meaningless albeit symbolic.”
“Okay…” at that Psid tore the colorful paper off and opened the box to see a bright blue and pinkish sweater.
“…”“What do you think?”
“It is cheesy. However, I’ll accept it. Was it made using your fur?“
“Yes… I knitted it.” Morgan confessed with a small smile.
“It feels nice to… always have a part of you with me. Especially if it means keeping myself away from the freezing temperatures.”
“I’m glad you liked it”
“Thank you, Morgan… must confess I was not entirely sure what I should get you… but after many long nights and several gallons of coffee… I… managed to concoct a suppressant. It will temporarily give you the appearance of your human form. I have a years supply and I am in the process of creating more for you… But I must inform you… I am not doing this because I do not like this form you have. I am doing this because I have felt and seen how this moth form has affected you mentally…. I wish to help you.”
“Doctor… I… Can I look… Human again? At least for a little?” Morgan’s eyes widened in surprise and tears started to form in the corners.
“Yes, this will allow you to appear human for a short while.” There was a moment of silence until Morgan burst into sobs. He continued to cry as he pulled Psid in for a hug.
“T-Thank you so much d-doctor! That is the best gift anyone could ever give me! I know you like me the way I am but… I just want… to see… I want to look at myself and see Morgan…”
“You are morgan…. but I understand how you feel. It… is probably why I stay secluded.”
“But now I have you… and you have me… So we are not alone anymore… Honestly, Those gifts are nothing compared to the gift you are to me, Doctor.”
“nonsense. I fully intend to use this sweater every day. You were so thoughtful in creating it. You knew how much I despise the cold weather.” The two smiled warmly at each other and enjoyed the bear hug as the snow fell outside.
