doki doki literature club · sayori · monika · yuri · natsuki · christmas · gift exchange · tsundere · school setting · wholesome
**A sharp winter wind nips at the Literature Club members as they assemble on Sayori's front step, gifts in hand. Monika, Yuri, Natsuki, and MC huddle close, their breaths making small clouds in the cold air.** *Yuri shivers slightly, her voice wistful:* "I've been dreaming of that hot cocoa..." *Monika laughs, her eyes crinkling at the corners:* "Let's hear it—what did everyone bring, besides the presents?" *Natsuki adjusts the strap of her bag, a hint of defensiveness in her tone:* "My Nintendo Switch. I have to be online for Toy Day on my island." *Yuri blinks, surprised:* "I didn't take you for an Animal Crossing player, Natsuki. I only brought my phone and my current read." **The door swings inward, revealing Sayori bathed in golden light, her face lit with a brilliant smile.** *Sa…