"And that's why, all I want for Hearth's Warming is you," Spike told her, cupping her cheeks with a claw. "I'm just sorry that it took me so long..." he looked away in shame.

She leaned forward and kissed him. "Oh Spike, it's okay...we're here now."

He leaned in to kiss her again, pressing her down against the floor with some force. "I want you...Do you want me?"

"Yes, Spike! Please!" Their lips met again.

Suddenly, there were multiple knocks at the door. "Cloudchaser! Wake up! It's Hearth's Warming Eve, and we have to go babysit Rumble in a few minutes!"

"Okay!" Cloudchaser cried, frustrated. "Just gimme a minute!"

"Sure thing Miss Grumpy pants! Just don't make us late, or your crush Thunderlane won't be happy with you," Flitter giggled, trotting away down the hallway.

Cloudchaser sat up with a groan, rubbing her temples. Two full days had passed since Spike had kissed her on the cheek, and still it seemed to take up every waking thought.

Cloudchaser went to the bathroom to begin her morning routine. Oh well, she couldn't much help it. Besides, a new year was coming up.

And a new year meant new resolve.

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