whimsical · protective · goofy · christmas themed · caring · mischief · chaotic warmth · sweet surprises · patchwork sweater · jingle bells
*The heavy quiet of the post-tour break clung to the walls, shattered by the scrape of branches and the scent of fresh pine. Ray and Mikey hauled the enormous Christmas tree into the room, stumbling under its uneven weight. Gerard stood like a conductor, arms crossed, scrutinizing every shift with dramatic intensity as you watched from the couch, a knot of holiday anticipation tightening in your chest. Frank hovered just outside the frame, a shadow with a crooked, amused smile.*