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Guppy enters the bar, rather bouncily, and finds himself dressed as Peter Pan. He goes over to the tree and leaves some presents

For Helen there is a silver necklace with delicate purple and lilac flowers in a box of rose petals, plus squeaky toys for Nala and Elena.

For Aeryn there is a book of historic Earth weapons and their uses in battle wrapped in blue shiny paper.

For Asar-Suti there are many packs of seeds for purple plants, from pansys to purple cabbages. There is also some posh coffee, and it is all wrapped in purple shiny paper.

For Barry there is a swiss army card, like a swiss army knife but card shaped and with many useful gadgets from scissors to a miniature screwdriver in it. The present is wrapped in orange shiny paper.

For Sara there is a box of Thorntons chocolates wrapped in blue shiny paper.

For Hank are a pair of wellies enlarged to fit his feet, and painted to look like human toes. They are wrapped in blue and orange shiny paper because one roll wasn't really enough.

For Peter there is a set of juggling balls, for stress relief, a bottle of wine and a teddy bear (with a label attached saying 'For the baby' just in case Peter starts thinking he's weird).
Peter will also find a chunk taken off of his tab next time he looks.

For Ray there is an incredible Hulk mug and a pen that will write upside down, under water or in space, wrapped in purple shiny paper.

For Gil there is an apron in the style of one of those pictures you stick your head through at the seaside. The bottom half is in the style of a boy scout uniform. It is wrapped in orange shiny paper.

For Behrooz there is a book of piano music wrapped in orange shiny paper.

For Chase there is a set of bean bags for him to practice using his powers with, and a levitating pen for if it doesn't work. It is wrapped in purple shiny paper.

The box for Gaspode is very small, but contains five vouchers in Bar's handwriting for him to get steaks when he is next in. It is wrapped in blue shiny paper tied in a ribbon so he can open it with his teeth.

For Gorlim there is a tape of relaxing whale song and a home aromatherapy kit.

Amanda and Catherine have already had their presents.

Looking rather dazed but strangely energetic he heads over to the bar to get Christmas dinner and a coffee, which he takes back to a booth.

He hasn't been to bed. At all. Since yesterday morning.
Come and ask him just how much caffeine he has consumed.

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Hank grins as he wanders over, dressed as Santa.

"Merry christmas!"

"Merry Christmas Hank, you're present's under the tree and I hope it's the right size and everything because in the end I couldn't find a magic user and had to get them made in Holby which was a little tricky but they've had stranger requests. How is your Christmas so far?"

He is talking rather fast.

"Slow down there, Guppy. I heard about Holby. I hope things get better."

he smiles.

"I have a gift for you too."

"Sorry Hank I've had rather a lot of caffeine. To be precise I have consumed in the last thirty six hours nine cups of coffee, two cans of coca cola and a red bull. And things have got a little better in that the crisis is over and Harry told me to go home before the caffeine wore off because otherwise I'd probably fall asleep on the floor but it didn't get better and I don't think it's going to sink in until the caffeine wears off but it's Christmas and thinking about it won't change anything even though it hurts Hank, it really hurts and I can't stop shaking a little but that might be the caffeine."

He decides it would be best to discard his coffee.

"Have you? Thank you very much."

Hank sighs asnd huigs the other man.

"I know it does. I am very sorry, Guppy."

Then he pulls out three small wrapped boxes.

They contain a large selection of coffees and teas, as well as a small radiomachine with soothing music and headphones, and a doctor's coat that is bulet, fire, water, stain, and impact resistant.

Guppy hugs him back.

"Did Abs tell you what happened then? I think he came off around twoish and popped in here before deciding to drown his sorrows on the sofa."

He opens the present. "Ooh, coffee! Possibly better save that until tomorrow." He looks pleased with the gifts. "Thanks Hank. Have you opened yours yet?"

He didnt tell me anything today. He was here yesterday though. He told me some then."

Hank nods.

"Yes, I have, and thank you."

He gfrins a little.

"Here's hoping there is some magic in this holiday to make things a little brighter."

Guppy shakes his head.

"Man, I hope so Hank. I'm twenty six years old and I'm seeing colleagues my age dying. He was a hero mind. Ran the length of the tunnel with a canister leaking chlorine gas to save the others. His mother was devestated."

He looks up at Hank. "But it could have been a lot worse if he hadn't done it. It's just hard to believe that I won't ever see him again, unless he turns up here. He never did get around to educating me on sci-fi."

He takes a deep breath. "Sorry, enough of that. It's Christmas, and perhaps it would be nice to have one day when I'm not angsting on everyone. Tell me about your day."

Hank nods.

"Heroes die sometimes. They know the price and pay it gladly. Doesnt stop it from hurting, but remember it was doen knowingly."

He smiles a little then.

'So, far? I have delivered toys to kids, seen my parents and had Christmas breakfast, had a gift exchange at the Mansion, and come here and given out presents to strangers."

he smiles.

"It has been a good day."

Guppy smiles. "Sounds like you're having a good one."

He coughs. "Are you seeing Catherine today? I'm hoping to catch Helen at some point."

He smiles.

"I am hoping too. We have seen each other severakl times recently and I hope to keep that up, all through the holiday."

He grins wide.

"And may your seeing of Helen be very nice as well."

Guppy smiles. "Thanks. I hope you and Catherine have a lovely time. It's a white Christmas here as well."

He rubs his forehead. The caffeine appears to be wearing off.

Hank grins seeing the signs of tiredness.

"You could always catch a nap on the office couch. there is a loud timer alarm next to it if you want to set it for a specific time."

The alarm is such that it wont be heard outside the infrimary but it will definitely wake up soemone next to it.

Guppy smiles. "Thanks, but I think as soon as I've finished eating I'll go to bed, either here or in Holby. I've had an absolute stinker of a headache since about four this morning, which the caffeine has definitely not helped. But another time I might take you up on that now you've told me."

He coughs. "Still, it was worth it. Sometimes you just have to keep going. Apart from Woody we did fairly well, considering the number of vehicles involved."

hank nods.

"As you wish. And be careful my friend."

he smiles.

"I know what you mean."

he picks uop his bag.

"Try not to worry to hard or get too strugn down on tiredness okay?"

Guppy smiles, rubbing his forehead.

"I'll try not to, thanks Hank."

As his head slowly comes down from the caffeine high, the headache begins to pound punishingly. Having finished his Christmas dinner, he gets up.

"I think I need to rest now. I'll catch Helen in a bit. Have a good one Hank."

"See you later!"

Hank heads off.

Helen bounces over. "Happy Christmas!" She says, in a singsong voice. She taps Bar and Guppy's gift (http://www.livejournal.com/community/milliways_bar/10040491.html?mode=reply) appears on the Bar.

"Helen!"

Guppy jumps up, picks her up and whirls her around before putting her down again.

"Please excuse me, I've had rather a lot of caffeine. Here's yours."

He passes her her gift (see above), then opens his.

"Thanks, it's lovely."

Helen squeaks as he spins her around. She beams at the gift. "Oh Guppy! It's Gorgeous! Thank You!" She hugs him tightly.

Guppy smiles and hugs her back.

"Glad you like it. Merry Christmas."

Helen beams. "And I am glad you like yours!" She sprinkles him with a few of the rose petals. "I'm sure Nala and Elena will enjoy the squeaky toys!"

He laughs as the petals get stuck in his hair, then feels in his pockets for something. He brings out a rather squashed piece of mistletoe, which he may have sat on at some point.

"Being with you is the best present."

He holds it above them.

Helen grins brightly, then looks up, with a hint of shyness, into his eyes.

Guppy is about to kiss her properly when he catches the look. He gives her a quick peck on the cheek.

"Somewhere quieter?" he asks, quietly, his eyes shining as they haven't in weeks.

Helen grins brightly at the kiss. "Certainly. We could go back to my flat..."

(ooc--gotta head to Christmas Dinner soon:-)

Guppy smiles and scoops her up in his arms.

"Your carriage awaits. Unfortunately, I have no pumpkin."

Grinning broadly, he carries her through to her flat in the staff quarters before putting her down.

"Ok, caffeine wearing off, can't carry you any further."

~~Sees Helen and threadhops.~~

A festively dressed Hank McCoy sees her as she is walking by and smiles.

"Merry christmas!"

Helen grins brightly. "Merry Christmas to you too, Hank!" She giggles. "I do like the outfit!"

he grins.

"Thank you. I have two presents for you. One from me and oen from Magius."

he pulls out two boxes. One long and thin, the other very small.

"This is from me."

The long thin one from Hank contains a dress made of sheer material, but three layers of it, so it becomes completely opaque, yet still breathes. It is a bright green.

The small one from Magius contains a small amulet. It has a doe dancing upon the front and a card. Here is a amulet of weather-defiance. May you always walk by the lake in comfort and joy.

Helen acepts both boxes, sliding them open. She gazes at the dress. "Oh wow..." she breathes. "It's gorgeous! Thank you!" She hugs him.

He grins and hugs her back, then nods.

"I'm glad you like it. and You're welcome. Merry chritmas, Helen."

Helen grins brightly and places a small box in his hands. It is a square, lockable, cherry-wood jewelry box with the name “Hank” engraved on a gold plate on the top.
On the front of the handmade card, Helen has drawn a candy cane. Dr. McCoy—For all you treasure and wish to keep safe. Happy Holidays and enjoy! ~Helen

"And Merry Christmas to you!"

He blushes as he looks at it.

"Wow. Thank you very much, Helen."

he grins then.

"Should be a merry one tonight. One hopes. So far it has been a very good day."

Helen beams. "I hope it will be a wonderful rest of the day for you!" She runs her hands over the dress. "Spending your evening with Catherine?"

He smiles.

"Thank you."

He shakes his ehad.

"I'm not sure. With living in two different worlds, we can make plans but never know what will happen until the last minute. But...I am hopiong to yes."

He grins at her.

"And what are you up to this eve?"

Helen grins brightly. "With any luck, I'll be spending it with Guppy and my animals."

"Sounds good!"

he sighs as he glances around.

"I have to go, but I hope I will see you once the holiday is through."

Helen smiles warmly. "Have a wonderful rest of Christmas!"

She waves cheerily.

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