When I looked out the window, I saw that the whole area was dyed white.
　Powdery snowflakes poured down from the sky like dancing, and this world is also a complete winter landscape.

It's cold today, too.

It's already winter with all that snow. Come on, have a hot drink.

Thank you for the hot food.

　Sisha came into the living room, rubbing her arms and shivering, and I offered her some tea.
　After drinking it, Cis-Ha breathed a sigh of relief and seemed to stop shivering.
　I'm not sure if the cold weather has taken its toll on him or her, but lately he's not wearing his usual open-breasted monk's uniform, he's wearing a sweater and a long skirt and his exposure is greatly reduced.

''Even though I'm keeping myself warm with my mages, this cold still stings my skin.

'Yes. Maybe I'll ask Estelle to get more of them.

　As it is snowing, it is also reasonably cold indoors.
　It's so cold that Esther has made a magic tool and placed magic light stones for heating here and there in the room.
　Even so, it doesn't seem to be able to cover the entire house, and Noor and Sisha's room seems to be getting cold.
　The extension of the house extension where Esther and I live doesn't face the outside, so the cold doesn't travel that far, which is a relief.
　Luna seems to be tolerant of the heat, but not of the cold, and she's completely in hibernation mode and won't get out of bed.
　I don't know if Freesia doesn't mind the cold weather, but she's been taking Noor, Esther and Moffitt outside to play since this morning as well.
　He's been especially energetic since it snowed, and has even built several giant snowmen in front of the house.
　Moffoot is happy to be out in the snow, too, and I've seen him pooing and jumping around outside.
　I'm shoveling snow every morning with Noor, so it's time for it to stop.

　As I was relaxing with Sisha until around mid-afternoon, the Nors who had gone to play came back.

''Mmmm, it's fun when it's snowing after all!

'You're right!　I had a great time throwing snowballs with Noor!

I don't know how you did it in this cold...

'It was a hell of a fierce battle, both of them throwing snowballs at each other at invisible speeds. Moffat and I were quietly watching.

　

Sounds interesting. Shall we join in next time?

"What? I don't want to do it because you're gonna put a rock in my snowball or something.

'And that's rude!　As expected, even I wouldn't go that far!

　Even if you don't put a stone in it, Sisha would likely grab the snow as hard as she could and throw it at you.
　In any case, I don't want to do something like that against these guys, even if it's just for fun.
　I don't think they're going to take it easy on me in the slightest when I'm their opponent................................and I feel like I'm in danger of losing my life.

''Even though you're dressed warmly, Esther was cold too, hanging out with Nol and the others, right?

Yeah, but sometimes these things aren't so bad.

　Even the Noles, as expected, are wearing winter clothes in this cold weather.
　Still, the Nolls are wearing only long sleeves and long pants, not clothes for walking out in the snow... they seem to be quite resistant to the cold.
　Freesia's clothes haven't changed much, but the hood she always wore is now in a furry bear shape. Is it some barbarian tribe?
　In contrast to the two such energetic girls, Esther is wearing a fluffy coat. She is wearing a scarf around her neck and gloves on both hands.
　Her mini-skirt is the same, but she's wearing black tights and long boots, a legitimate winter outfit. It's mind-blowing.

''Esther-san would have been able to handle at least the cold with magic, but you didn't use it?

It's true that if you use magic, it's safe to go outside without a valid license. But in this kind of season, it's precisely because of this that feeling the cold on your skin is not an emotional thing. There's a degree to it, though.

　Hmmm, I guess that's what it is. It would be more convenient to make them not feel cold at all with magic... but... is that like eating ice cream in the winter while in the kotatsu?
　And as I finished that conversation, the phone in my pocket vibrated.

'Hmm?　What--heh!

What happened to you all of a sudden?

A notification on your phone ... is it a mess?

　Yes, I look at my phone screen... [Merry Christmas!　Christmas Gacha! What a notice I had received.

'Ahhhh!　Christmas.......... I didn't think it was a Christmas gacha...''

Christmas?　It was easy to understand when you were in your swimsuit, but what is Christmas?

What the hell!　What a fun event that sounds like!

'It's a fun event for the public, but... ugh, my head...'

　Esther and the others tilted their heads when they heard the word Christmas.
　Christmas.........it is a day to celebrate the birth of a great person.
　But nowadays, it has become a big event, where everyone celebrates the day by holding parties and enjoying it.
　Lovers are especially excited, and the day is sometimes used as a day to spend a special date.
　I feel a hole in my chest when I think back to every year... I used to buy a cake that was cheaper.
　And like that, I briefly explained Christmas to Noll and the others.

'Heh, so you're saying that this is an event that Okura-san has no connection with.

You think, right?　However, I was looking forward to Christmas, even for me!

I thought you said something about your head just now, but what kind of fun is there in it?

It's a mess.

Yes?

　Sisha is right, Christmas in general is not an event I have any connection to, but it's the only thing I've ever looked forward to at Christmas.

'Like this gacha, there's a special gacha held in various games at Christmas time!　The times can be quite off, though!　...Hey, what's up with all the subtle looks on everyone's faces?

'No, no ... well, that's exactly why you're my brother. I think it's great for me just to have something to look forward to.

'Yes, I'm sorry to say that I'm not related to you...'

　Esther put her hand on his shoulder with a comforting expression.
　Sisuha has an apologetic look on her face and politely bows her head and apologizes.
　If you react in such a serious way, it's going to hurt you in reverse, so stop it!

'So, do you think you're going to turn that mess around?　I just want to see what they come up with!

Hmm, it's snowing and there's a Christmas atmosphere, so let's pass it around. It looks like they've changed the contents to special items like before.

　Freesia's eyes sparkled and she looked curious.
　The Christmas Gacha is very exciting, but I've only accumulated 120 magic stones at present.
　It's because we haven't been out hunting since winter came, since we've been hit by the cold.
　But since it's a Christmas gacha, I'd really like to give it a try. Seasonal items are the best part of the gacha, you know.
　That's why I threw a small amount of magic stones for two of these 11 consecutive games into the gacha...

[R Christmas Tree, R Santa Hat, SR Christmas Bell, R Champagne, R Christmas Wreath, R Music Box, SR Reindeer Suit, R Christmas Cake, R Christmas Cracker x 10, R Soft Champagne, R Ginger Cookie]

　Just like the previous seasonal gacha, this one's completely Christmas-spec.
　But it doesn't seem to be possible to get an UR so easily.
　When I tapped the gacha again without expecting much, the treasure box was silver, gold, white and rainbow. It stopped at the rainbow.
　I got it, the UR is here!

'Whoa!　Here's your UR!　Well, after all, if you have a good daily routine, this is how UR comes to you.

It's only times like this that you're really lucky.

'I can't believe it's UR, will there be an exclusive costume for someone like I did last time?

I don't know. Let's just check it out for now.

[R Christmas Wreath, R Socks, R Christmas Cake, SR Christmas Song, R Santa Poncho, R Chammerry, R Triangle Hat, R Christmas Crackers x 10, R Soft Champagne, SSR Magic Sleigh, UR "Sisha Alvi," the "Gospel Carrying Saint

'Oh, it's me!　Well, I'm embarrassed. And you know this mess that you're a saint!

　Sisha looked at the screen of her phone and checked the results of the mess and was happy with a smug look on her face.
　But as for us, we were speechless when we saw the title.

'Okura-san and the others, what is it, looking at me with such a face?'

No I don't want to be such a saint.

'Uh-huh, you don't understand. I am a true saint. I will guide you with my merciful heart.

It looks like the place we're being led to isn't going to be very good...

Where will this lead us, sir?

　I don't want to admit that this guy is a saint, but....... Ah, I remember that it was the name of the unique ability [Saint's Prayer]........
　Even Noll and Esther are confused. Even Moffoot is even booing.
　Among us who are showing such a confused reaction, there is only one person who shows a different reaction.

''Great!　Sisha is a saint!　That's why you can use recovery magic despite being a fighter!

'You can be more respectful. Also, I'm a priest, not a fighter, so don't forget that.

　Freesia wouldn't be joking, she would have mistaken me for a fighter in the bare bones........
　Well, let's put that aside and since I've come out of it, let's try out this new Sisha title.

''Well then, let's try out what kind of clothes we'll be wearing right away.

'Yes!　Mmmm, it must be the perfect outfit for me, neat and elegant!

　Sisha reveals a smirk on her face as she imagines her special outfit.
　
　I mean, it looks like a Christmas-only costume, so it's probably not the outfit Sisha has in mind.

　He was expecting it too, so he quickly operated his phone and switched out Sisha's title.
　Light flooded out of the phone and clung to her body, giving off a huge light at one point....

''What, what's with this outfit!

　Sisuha had changed to red clothing.
　A red upper body outfit that exposed not just her chest, but her shoulders as well, and an equally red miniskirt. She was more revealing than usual.
　She's even wearing white socks and a garter belt, an outfit that honestly makes it difficult to look at.
　It's a good idea to be able to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

You are going to be able to find out more about this. I'm not all red. And it's also very revealing.

It's a strange look, isn't it? But it does look good on you.

It's so cute. I'd love to wear something like that.

　It seems that the reputation from the Noles isn't bad.
　Still, Sisha looked unconvinced and threw a few words at me.

''........Okura-san, you actually knew what kind of outfit it was, didn't you?''

''Well yeah, I mostly expected that. But you wouldn't be you to be embarrassed by that much now, would you?

No, it's not!　 Please put it back on for now!

　Oh, come to think of it, I've never seen Sisha wearing a mini-skirt. It's usually always a long skirt.
　So that's why she looked embarrassed. The habit of always baring your chest, but not in a mini-skirt.
　As I started to operate my phone again to return it to its original form, I heard the door open.

''Mmm, it's noisy. What the hell........

"Luna, Luna...

What's with the outfit?

As a matter of fact...

　Luna, who had been hibernating, seemed to have woken up and raised her eyebrows when she saw Sisha in her Santa outfit.
　And when Sisha explained how this happened with the Christmas gacha.

'I see. That's good, you look good.

Oh, really?

'Hmm, it's a special Sisha costume from the mess. How could it not look good on you?

Miss Luna!　Thank you!

Mug........................

　The embarrassment from earlier disappeared, and Sisha hugged Luna.
　If Luna praised her, she would lose her sense of shame........

''Speaking of which, what is this outfit all about?　It may be related to this thing called Christmas, but...

Yeah, that's Santa Claus. On the night before Christmas, there's an old man who goes around handing out presents to the children. He is dressed in red.

Oh, I see... so now I'm that Santa Claus?

　After all, if it's Christmas and it's a limited-edition costume gacha, it's usually marketed as a Santa outfit.
　I'm not sure how many Santa Claus accessories are mixed in the earlier gacha.

It's a good thing that you're dressed like this, so why don't we enjoy Christmas?　You have some items for that from the gacha, right?

'Hmmm, yeah. Why don't we have a Christmas party for the occasion?

'Oh!　That sounds like a fun party!

When it comes to a party, you'll need to prepare the food!　Mmmm, I'm going to go all out today!

　It's not like I'm going to be doing anything else, and since the Christmas Gacha is here, I might as well do something like that.
　That's why the preparations for the party started.
　I told Noll to make the standard Christmas dishes, and we decided to decorate the room in a Christmas style.
　I also went to the grocery store to buy some ribbons and other items and put a Christmas tree and a wreath on the wall to prepare for the party.
　In the middle of the process, Sisha asked me some questions.

I'd like to do something like that since I got a special costume, but.......is there anything I can do?

'Hmmm, the standard thing to do is to hand out those gifts I just described... and to do that among us.

Goooooooooo, even if you call it a gift, I can't think of anything that would make Okura-san and the others happy right away.

'I don't need to give you anything. For example, cooking would be fine. ........although that's something the self-proclaimed maiden has already started doing.

　I think it doesn't matter if you call it a gift or not, it doesn't have to be a thing.
　........well, I can't think of anything else to give you other than a gift of things, either.
　Sisha put her hand to her chin and groaned as she pondered for a while, and then she suddenly muttered as if she had an idea.

''How about ... a song?''

What, can you sing?

'I'm a priest, after all. I can do a little hymn singing. It's just that I occasionally visit a nearby church school. It would be nice to give something to the kids at school later on, since it's such a big deal.

　
　If this guy isn't with us, he looks serious in a cat suit, and I wonder if he's surprisingly good with kids....
　I guess he was acting like a priest without knowing it.
　I'd like to hear Sisha's song, but it seems to be a bit of a problem.

'Is Luna okay with hymn singing?　You might collapse the moment you hear that.

Oh..... What in the world do I do then.........

　It would have some effect on Luna, who was a vampire, if I made her listen to a hymn, it would have some effect on her.
　Sisha's face turned disappointed when she heard that, too, and she began to worry again....

''I don't mind.''

'Luna, Miss Luna!　You're listening to me...

　Luna, who had been decorating at a distance, was behind me before I knew it.

'Don't worry. I'm not the kind of person who can't get by on a song.

But, but...

'And I'm curious about Sisha's song. Please let me hear it.

''........I understand. If Luna-san says that much, I have no choice but to do it!

　It seems that Sisha is ready to do it too, after Luna's persuasion.
　Hmm, she says she's fine with it, but is she really okay with it?
　Well, that being said, I'm wondering if it's okay for vampires to celebrate Christmas.

　Sis-Ha also decided what we were going to do, and we steadily made preparations for the Christmas party.
　And when the sun was setting and it was getting dark.

Well, we're all set. Noll, I'm sorry to leave you in charge of most of the cooking.

Mmmmm, it's fine. But more importantly........the cake from Gacha looks delicious!

'Nole's food looks good, but the cake looks good too!

'I thought this was going to be a little party, but it's turned out to be quite spectacular...'

Haha ... well, since we're going to do it, it's good to be thorough, isn't it?

Sounds good. Let's eat quickly.

　On the table is a large roast turkey and bread and soup made by Noor.
　Christmas cake from the mess, gingerbread and gingerbread cookies, and soft champagne. It's super gorgeous.
　It was going to be a lot of work just to make the main course, so it helped that the cake came out of the mess.
　They all started to gawk at the food and try to eat it, but before they could, I waited and

'Well, well, well, try pulling this off before you eat your food.

　I held out a Christmas cracker from the mess to Noor.
　These aren't the string-pulling crackers I'm used to, but rather, they're designed to pull the ends of the tube.
　Formally, it looks like a candy wrapper.

'Mmm?　I don't mind, but what's the point of that--?

　The moment I let Noor hold one side, I took the other end as hard as I could and pulled.
　Then the end of the tube I was holding shredded, and there was a loud snap, and the paper tape danced around.
　Noor jumped up from his chair, startled by it.

'What are you doing all of a sudden!　It was a surprise to me!

Ha, bad, bad. Whoa, there's still a tube in the Nole's side. Was there anything left in it?

...Oh, there's some kind of decoration in it, sir.

　In the tube left in Noor's handiwork was a small crown trinket.
　It's a bit of a joke item.

'I was surprised, but that sounds interesting. Do you want us to try it too?

Okura-san, is this another standard item?

'Hmmm, I guess a party would do that a lot as a signal to start.

Ha-ha-ha, it's funny.

Don't pant alone. Let me do the same.

　Freesia is holding the Christmas crackers on the desk and panting them at both ends by herself... It's not something you do alone...
　Then Freesia and Luna ring them as if they were fighting for them, and Esther and the others ring them late.
　On cue, the party also started.

　The Christmas song that came out of the gacha was designed to make sounds with the smartphone, and when used, that familiar BGM from the original world began to play.
　This alone gives it a very Christmas-y feel.
　Moffat also joined in as usual under the desk and was covered in carrots with a small crown on his head.
　Soft champagne was also opened and poured into everyone's glasses, and we started eating our food.
　Regular champagne was also served, but it had alcohol in it and Noll and the others couldn't drink it, so they didn't open it and put it in the corner.
　I tried the food that Noll had made and it was still delicious. The chicken flavor is well infused and terribly soft........as expected of a self-proclaimed maiden.
　The two cakes from Gacha were the standard strawberry cake and a chocolate cake.

This cake is delicious. I can eat as much as I want!

'Oh, that's not fair!　I want to eat a lot of food too!

Since it's so delicious, both of you should taste it. Hmmm... it's delicious.

'Luna, you have cream on your cheeks. Here.

Mmm, thanks.

　They were making a lot of noise, but they all seemed to like the cake and were eating it happily.
　When I tried one of the cakes, the cream of the strawberry cake was very smooth and sweet, and the sponge was soft and fluffy.
　It was so delicious because it was made in Gacha.

　After finishing the food to a certain extent, Noor and the others began to fiddle with the Christmas items that came out of Gacha.
　Sisha in her Santa outfit is still the same, but Noor is wearing a Santa hat, Esther is wearing a Santa poncho, and Luna has a tricorn hat on her head.
　And as for Freesia.

'Look at me - I tried it on!

Oh, what is it, sir?

It's a stuffed reindeer....

　He was in full-body brown tights with reindeer antlers growing out of them, with only his face exposed.
　
　The magic sled is a sled version of a magic carpet, and it floats a bit off the ground. It's a true Santa's sleigh.
　I didn't go out and ride it around because it was too conspicuous, but Sisha rode on it and got rather excited just to savor the atmosphere.
　After that, we had a lot of fun for a while.

Well, now that we've got things going on, it's time for me to perform my song!

'Whoa, I'm finally ready to sing. Don't worry about it, I won't laugh at you if you suck at it, so don't worry about it.

'Uh-huh, you can say that now!　I don't know if you're drunk on my beautiful voice!

You have great confidence, sir.

Yes, I'm looking forward to hearing Sisha's song.

　
　After stopping the Christmas song that was being played, Sisha came in front of us and turned to me.
　The smug look on his face a moment ago, and the confidence he had seemed to have, turns serious as he puts his hands together in front of his chest as if in prayer, closing his eyes.
　The atmosphere swallowed us up and we became quiet too.

　With not a single sound, Sisha finally began to sing.
　She was singing a cappella, without any accompaniment from the organ, of course.
　The first thing I thought was that her voice was purely beautiful.
　Her voice is so pure that it doesn't remind me of the fact that she is always repeating the actions that make her heart sound unclean.
　I don't understand the meaning of the lyrics, but the way she sings makes me think she's praying to something.
　With the combination of her singing voice and her appearance, it's safe to say that she is truly a saint for now.
　I feel as if my heart is being purified just by listening to her.
　As it was, I listened to Sisha's voice until she finished singing.

''Huh........How was it--what's the matter with you all!

　When Sisha finished singing, she exhaled and opened her eyes and was surprised to see us listening.
　I was engrossed in the song too, but then I huffed and came back to consciousness and realized that I could hear giggling and crying from the surroundings.

It's a good thing that you're able to get a good idea of what's going on.

'Gus ... yes. I never thought Sisha's voice would be so beautiful.

'Sisha-chan was really like a saintly woman...'

　Noor, Esther, and Freesia were all touched with tears in the corners of their eyes.
　Even Moffitt was pooh-poohing and shaking on Noor's lap.

'That's such a big deal... well, it's only natural if it's on me!　Uh-huh, how was it, Okura-san?　I hope you've reviewed me a bit.

"...Yeah, I'm impressed. I know it's going to be a cliché because I can't put it into words, but you looked so beautiful when you were singing.

Shit!　Even Okura-san said it with such a serious face!

　When I said my honest opinion, Sisha reddened her face and tapped my shoulder with a bang.
　
　Sisha was Sisha after all.

''How is Luna-san--what's wrong with you, limp!

　Sisha, who was feeling buoyant, was about to call out to Luna, but she suddenly screamed in surprise.
　We also turned around and looked at Luna, she was hanging her head limp and held onto a chair.

''Ugh, quintessential Sisha. It was a good song. Thanks to you, my whole body is completely drained.

It's working like crazy!　Are you okay!

I'm just relaxed. I've told you. I told you, I can handle a song, not me.

'Aww ... well, that's not good enough!　Now lie down and get some rest!

　When Sisha hurriedly intervened, Luna immediately felt fine, if it was really only the extent of her strength loss.
　Even though I said so confidently that I was fine, I didn't expect this to happen.......was Sisha's hymn more effective than I imagined it would be?
　Even after all that hullabaloo, we still enjoyed the Christmas party.

●

　The Christmas party was over and it was late at night.
　I went back to my room to go to bed after all the noise I made today.

'Merry Christmas!　Santa Sisha is here to bring you dreams and hopes!

　Here it comes.

"...nightmare and despair wrong?　I mean, don't come in here without permission.

Oh, well, please don't say that.

　In Sisuha's case, I think it would be more fitting to call him Santa, but I think it would be more appropriate to call him the black Santa Claus who carries despair....
　But he's still in his Santa suit, and he even carries a white bag, so he looks like a normal Santa.

'So, what do you want?　I'm tired and I need to get some sleep today.

I told you. I'm here to deliver your dreams!

　Sisha said and took out something from the bag she was holding.

'I left this undrunk, would you like to drink it with me?　It's a late night Christmas party.

　It was ordinary champagne with alcohol in it that had been drained in the mess and saved without drinking it.
　Hey, when did you start stealing from me?

The moment you hear a hymn and think it's a priestly song, you do this?

'Why not? It's been a fun party today and you should let me have a little more fun.

It's not at all ... it's just a little bit.

'Uh-huh, I like Okura-san for going along with me like that even though he complains.

　I agreed and sat down in a chair, and Sisha took out two more glasses from the bag and sat down in front of me across the desk.
　In addition, he also took out a music box and even played some relaxing Christmas background music.

　Hmm, I didn't stare at it so much during the party, but Sisha's Santa outfit is still very revealing.
　I'm sure my eyes are going to swim to other places, not to mention the chest.
　I've been looking at it closely, Sisha noticed it and tilted her head.

'Can I help you?'

Once again, looking at it like this, you're wearing a lot of clothes.

That's true. But Okura-san likes this kind of thing, right?

Yes, I love it.

You are very honest and very good.

　If you ask me if I like it, that's right..........it's called eye candy.
　Sisuha was grinning as if teasing me, but when I answered honestly, she nodded with satisfaction.
　I'm sure he was so shy right after he changed his clothes, but he seems to have gotten used to it completely.
　After such an exchange, we poured champagne into glasses, lightly bumped each other's glasses and toasted each other.

'Well then, Okura-san!　Merry Christmas!

"Okay, okay, Merry Christmas.