The scene opens the morning after the confrontation with Zodiac and Koda, with everyone gathered at Kono's house. In the kitchen, Gram and Himitsu sift through the fridge.
Gram: Oh no! There's no food here!
Himitsu: (Stomach rumbling) I thought we had leftovers. I'm starving.
Gram: Does Kono ever get groceries?
Himitsu: I'm not sure.
Gram and Himitsu proceed to the living room, where the rest of the group awaits Kono.
Akira: (Leaning against the wall) So?
Gram: (Upset) There's no food left…
Ohma: Wait, really?
Himitsu: Yeah, we checked everywhere, and there's nothing.
Zodiac: This is pathetic. I might as well be living in the wilderness at this point.
Daru: By the way, what's taking Kono so long to get out of bed?
Himitsu: She's usually the first one up.
Just then, a loud ringing sound echoes from one of the rooms. Everyone turns to see Kono skipping down the hallway in a Christmas outfit, holding a bell.
Kono: (Ringing the bell) Merry Christmas Eve, everyone!
Akira: What in the…
Ohma: (Excited) Merry Christmas! Wait, what's Christmas?
Daru: What are you doing, Kono?
Kono: What do you mean? I'm celebrating Christmas!
Zodiac: Yeah, what is Christmas?
Kono: You guys seriously don't know what Christmas is?
Gram: I know what it is, but I suppose everyone else doesn't.
Akira: And what are you wearing? You look ridiculous.
Kono: (Upset) I don't look ridiculous! This is my Christmas outfit.
Akira: Hmfp. Yeah, it's not ridiculous; it's absurd.
Himitsu: So what is Christmas, anyway?
Kono: Well, I'm happy to explain. Christmas is a special holiday that occurs every year at this time. It's a time to spend with loved ones—family and friends—and to receive gifts.
Daru: Gifts?
Kono: Have you guys ever heard of Santa Claus?
Daru: Of course we haven't. What kind of question is that?
Kono: I was just checking. Well, Santa is a special person who lives at the North Pole. He's big and round, has his own factory, and even a set of flying reindeer for his sled.
Daru: Hmm, is he strong?
Gram: No, Daru, he's made up!
Daru: Okay, well, Kono didn't say anything about him being made up!
Kono: Oh, sorry! Yes, he's a fictional character in a children's story.
Zodiac: So this is a story?
Kono: Yes. He watches over the children throughout the year and keeps a list. If the kids are good, they're on the nice list; if they're bad, they're on the naughty list. Here's how it works: kids wish for things they want for Christmas, like toys. Then, on Christmas Eve, Santa travels across the world with his reindeer, going into homes to leave gifts under the tree or in stockings. If you want to show your appreciation, you can leave cookies and milk for him.
Ohma: And what about the kids on the naughty list?
Kono: The bad kids only get a lump of coal.
Himitsu: A lump of coal? I thought coal was useful.
Kono: It is useful, but it serves as a message for bad kids to do better next time. It's a kind of punishment.
Zodiac: So that's what Christmas is all about? You guys are celebrating a fake holiday.
Kono: No, the holiday itself is real; the story is just made up to excite children about Christmas. It's really their parents who give them the gifts, but they make it seem like Santa is real until the kids grow up and learn the truth.
Akira: That has to be the dumbest thing I've ever heard.
Kono: I know it sounds silly, but that's how it is.
Gram: Anyway, there's no food left in the kitchen, Kono. I'm hungry!
Ohma: Same here!
Kono: Oh, I know.
Gram: Huh? What do you mean, you know?
Daru: (Looking at Kono) Kono, I have a question for you.
Kono: Hmm?
Daru: How did you get that outfit?
Kono: Uhhhh, I bought it?
Gram: (Upset) You bought it! I thought we didn't have any money!?
Kono: We didn't, but we received a bonus.
Daru: A bonus?
Kono: Yeah. Around Christmas, everyone in the Order gets a bonus check deposited into their accounts. Go take a look.
Everyone pulls out their Jump Watches and checks their bank balances.
Gram: (Confused) 75 thousand Geo?
Himitsu: That's not a lot for a bonus.
Kono: Well, it's because we're still new to the Order and at the lowest rank. The higher you are in the ranks, the bigger the bonus.
Himitsu: Oh, I guess that makes sense.
Akira, frustrated, slams her fist through the wall, creating a hole.
Gram: (Jumps) What the!?
Akira: When are we getting food?!
Kono: (anxiously) Whoa, calm down! I have that planned.
Daru: You do?
Kono: Yes. Since Christmas is tomorrow and we got our bonus, we're going out to eat.
Gram: Let me guess, Burger Dashers again…
Zodiac: I don't want to keep eating that junk.
Kono: Nope! We're going to an actual restaurant—an all-you-can-eat buffet.
As soon as Gram hears that, his mouth waters.
Gram: A BUFFET!?
Kono: Yep, a buffet.
Gram starts jumping around the living room joyfully as Ohma joins him.
Gram: Buffet! Buffet!
Ohma: Buffet! Buffet!
Akira: (irritated) Can you guys stop that!?
Daru: Finally, I can get some good food.
Zodiac: For once, I agree.
Kono: Well, come on! Let's get ready and head out!
Everyone dresses and follows Kono to the restaurant. After walking in the snow for about 15 minutes, they arrive at Central Point, the heart of Hemdel. Ahead, they see a large Christmas tree adorned with ornaments and lights.
Himitsu: That tree is huge!
Gram: I've never seen a tree this big before.
Kono: That's our Christmas tree for you. It's so tall that it towers over the whole city. You can see it from almost anywhere.
As they continue through Central Point, they arrive at the restaurant called "Sampats Buffet."
Kono: Here it is!
Himitsu: I can't wait to enjoy all the food they have!
They follow Kono inside the restaurant and approach the front counter.
Girl Waitress: Hello! Welcome to Sampats Buffet!
Kono: Hi there! I have a reservation for the Mav Crew.
Girl Waitress: Okay! Let me check that for you.
The waitress checks the list on the computer.
Girl Waitress: Here it is. You are booked for 11:00 a.m., correct?
Kono: Yes, that's us!
Gram: Wait, you booked us without telling us?
Kono: (smiling) I wanted to surprise you.
They all remain silent, wearing blank expressions.
Girl Waitress: If you'll follow me, I'll take you to your table.
They follow the waitress deeper into the restaurant. Upon entering the main dining area, they see many people eating and serving themselves from the trays.
Ohma: (looking around) This food looks amazing! There's so much to choose from!
They reach their table, where the waitress bows to them.
Girl Waitress: I hope you enjoy your stay!
Himitsu: We will, thank you!
The waitress walks away, and everyone looks at each other.
Kono: Alright, guys! Grab a plate and let's—
Gram quickly takes a plate from the table and hurries to the food trays.
Akira: That guy is going to take all the food for himself!
Akira follows him toward the food trays.
Kono: Uhhhhhh.
Daru: Come on, let's eat.
The others grab plates and head to the food trays, where they see ribs, chicken, rice, mac and cheese, and much more. A few hours later, everyone finishes and walks outside.
Himitsu: (Holding his stomach) Man, I'm full.
Gram: That was so worth it! I haven't had food like this in ages. It makes me want to cry!
Zodiac: Stop being so dramatic.
Gram: Says the one who barely ate anything.
Zodiac: I'm just not a big eater, that's all.
Akira: And that's why you're a skinny twerp.
Zodiac: Don't even start. You eat like a pig. I'm surprised you're not fat yet.
Akira begins to get angry, her flames flickering.
Akira: WHAT DID YOU SAY!?
Daru: Alright, can you guys just be quiet? Let's not ruin this moment.
Kono: (Stretching) The food was amazing, but I have some things to take care of.
Ohma: You do?
Kono: Yeah. You guys can go back to the house without me. I'll be back later.
Zodiac: No. Tell us what you're going to do.
Kono starts to sweat, attempting to fabricate a lie.
Kono: U-uhhh, I need to visit my brother to discuss some family matters.
Daru: Really, Zorren? Why not bring us along?
Kono: No, no, this is a family thing. I'll be fine, don't worry!
Gram: If you say so. Come on, guys, let's head back.
Daru: If anything happens, you better contact us right away.
Kono: I will!
Everyone leaves Kono, making their way back to the house.
Kono: (To herself) Now I can head to the mall and get everyone their gifts!
Time passes as everyone in the house engages in various activities—training, resting, or playing. As midnight approaches, they begin to prepare for bed.
Himitsu: (Yawning) Where's Kono? She hasn't come back since the restaurant.
Zodiac: I don't know, and I don't care. I'm heading to bed.
Zodiac walks away and enters his room.
Daru: I should probably go look for her.
Gram: (Rubbing his eyes) I'm sure she's fine, Daru. She's with her brother, after all.
Daru: Yeah, that's what I'm worried about, Gram. But if you say so.
As everyone else retires for the night, they quickly fall asleep. The following day dawns, and it is Christmas. Kono enters the house at 2 AM, struggling to maneuver a large bag through the doorway.
Kono: (Pulling) Come on!! AHHH!
Kono persists in her attempts, growing increasingly frustrated.
Kono: (Pulling) Come on, you stupid bag! You heavy-for-no-reason bag! AHHHHH!!
She shifts her strategy, turning around and pulling the bag by its handle over her shoulder as she walks forward.
Kono: AHHHH!!!
Kono begins to sweat, yelling quietly in an effort not to disturb anyone.
Kono: AHHH! COME ON!!!
As she continues to pull, she notices someone's foot in her path.
Kono: Huh?
She slowly looks up to find Daru staring down at her.
Daru: Kono… what are you doing?
Kono: (Nervously laughing) H-hey Daru… fancy seeing you here…
Daru: Do you need help?
Kono: What...? Me? No.
Daru: I believe you do.
Kono releases her grip on the bag as Daru approaches and effortlessly pulls it through the door with two fingers.
Kono: (Blank Face) I-I was trying so hard to get it through the door, and you just pulled it in like it was nothing.
Daru: You just need to train, that's all, Kono.
Kono: But I do train.
Daru: Then you need to train harder!
Kono: Okay, okay…
Daru: Anyway, what's in this bag?
Kono: (Nervously laughing) Oh, this bag? It's nothing.
Daru: Hmm… what about your brother?
Kono: My brother?
Daru: You said you had to see your brother.
Kono: I did? OH RIGHT, YES I DID!
Daru: Everything okay?
Kono: Oh yeah! Everything is perfect! Can't complain.
Daru observes Kono for a few moments as she smiles awkwardly.
Daru: (Yawns and stretches) Anyway… I'm heading to bed. I'm tired.
Kono: Wait, you waited for me this whole time?
Daru: No, I just don't like your brother… Goodnight.
Daru walks into his room.
Kono: No, he waited for me. (giggles) Oh crap! I gotta set up!
As time progressed, morning arrived, and Gram awoke.
Gram: (Yawns) That was a good sleep for once!
He gets out of bed and performs a push-up.
Gram: UGAHHH!
He completes one push-up and rises from the ground.
Gram: (Smirks) I've still got it.
He begins to punch the air while shadow boxing.
Gram: UhoooOOO! Yuhhhhhh HAIYAYYYY!
As Gram turns around, he notices a spider.
Gram: AHHHHH! A SPIDER!!
He steps back, trips over his clothes, and falls through his door.
Gram: Ouch…
He opens his eyes to find Christmas decorations everywhere.
Gram: What the hell?
Gram stands up as everyone else emerges from their rooms and notices the decorations.
Himitsu: Whoa…
Ohma: Are you all seeing this?
Akira: Yes, you dumbass, I am.
Zodiac: I'm already annoyed.
Daru: I knew she was up to something last night.
Zodiac: You saw her come in?
Daru: Yeah, and she had a big bag. Now I know what was in it.
Kono jumps out of her room.
Kono: MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!
Ohma takes a deep breath.
Himitsu: NOOO!
Ohma: AHHHHHHHHHH!
Everyone covers their ears.
Kono: (Laughs) You know what, Ohma? I respect this one.
Ohma: This is awesome!
Akira: I don't like all these bright colors.
Kono: Well, Christmas is about love and vibrant colors!
Akira: Then I hate Christmas.
Gram: Akira, you can't hate Christmas!
Akira leans closer to Gram's face, making him nervous.
Gram: Please, not the face.
Akira: Well, I just did!
Himitsu: Hey, Kono?
Kono: Yes, Himitsu?
Himitsu: What's with that tree and those boxes under it?
Kono: (Cheeky smile) Why don't you go check?
Himitsu: Umm… Okay.
Himitsu walks over to the tree and examines the boxes with names on them.
Himitsu: The boxes have names on them, even mine.
Kono: Open the one with your name on it.
Himitsu picks up the box and opens it, revealing a hat.
Himitsu: It's a hat?
He turns around to show everyone.
Kono: Do you like it?!!?!
Himitsu: Uh, yeah, I guess.
Kono: YESSS! I knew you'd like it!
Zodiac: That hat is so ugly.
Kono: Hey! That's mean!
Akira: I agree; it looks terrible.
Kono: Wow! Well, I don't care. You guys open your presents.
Everyone opens their presents, discovering exciting items such as games, watches, pillows, money, and more. They then proceed to breakfast and enjoy a delightful meal. Afterward, they explore Sampostis, admiring the beautifully decorated and illuminated houses. Daru, Zodiac, and Akira find themselves bored until Kono playfully throws a snowball at Daru, intending to hit Gram. Daru shakes it off, grabs a large snowball, and retaliates by burying Kono in the snow. A snowball fight ensues, and as Akira grows frustrated, Gram throws a snowball at her, prompting her to chase him as he flees. Eventually, they come across an event with a line of people.
Ohma: Hey, guys, what's happening over there?
Kono: OH CRAP!
Gram: What's wrong?
Kono: That's Santa Claus over there.
Ohma: OH, IT IS!!
Daru: Good! I want to see how much damage he can do to my body.
Zodiac: I'll take him down with one strike.
Kono: WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU GUYS TALKING ABOUT? YOU CAN'T KILL OR FIGHT SANTA CLAUS!
Daru: Why not?
Kono: It's like you guys didn't listen to anything I said before.
Himitsu: What did you say?
Kono: Santa is made up! So you can't fight him; he's just a regular person!
Ohma: Then why are you so worried, Kono?
Kono: This event is mandatory because we have to give things to Santa.
Gram: What the hell? Give to him? I thought Santa was supposed to give to us, not the other way around.
Kono: They do it differently in Sampostis. I always forget about it, and now we don't have any money left. I used all of it for the gifts I got you guys.
Akira: Well, that's unfortunate.
Ohma: Hey, guys.
Daru: You used all the money!
Zodiac: What are we going to do now, Kono?
Himitsu: Don't we have anything?
Ohma: Guys!
Everyone stops and looks at Ohma, who is holding money.
Gram: What the hell? Where'd you get that, Ohma?
Ohma: Oh, I took it out when I first got paid with you guys, just for safekeeping.
Daru: You're one strange guy, Ohma.
Ohma: Thank you, Daru! You're strange too.
Zodiac: Idiot…
Kono: Okay, well, let's go!
Everyone follows Kono as they approach Santa, who has a collection of items that people have given him, along with cookies and milk.
Santa: HOE, HOE, HOE, who do we have next—
As Santa observes the next person in line, he sees Kono and inadvertently spits out cookies and milk.
Santa: (coughing) Ahh! (cough) AHH! (cough) AHH shit… I mean, ho, ho (cough) ho.
Kono: Are you okay, Santa?
Santa: (laughs) I'm doing just fine, little missy.
Zodiac glances to the side and notices a tail.
Zodiac: (to himself) You've got to be kidding me.
Santa: So, what have you brought to Santa today?
Kono: Oh, we brought geo for you, Santa.
Santa: I do like money—I mean, Santa thanks you very much.
Kono hands 30,000 geo to Santa.
Kono: Here you go (smiles).
Santa: That's all…
Kono: Huh?
Santa: I mean THANK YOU! HOE, HOE, HOE! SANTA LOVES YOU AND EVERYONE!
Kono: You're the best, Santa!
Santa: I do what's best for the people…
Kono and the others walk away as the next group approaches.
Kono: I think that went very well!
Daru: Sure.
Zodiac: You guys know that was the idiot Zorren, right?
Kono: What? No, it wasn't!
Zodiac: Man, you don't even know your own brother.
Ohma: I don't think it was him either; he looked like Santa Claus.
Himitsu: Ohma, you don't even know what he looks like!
Ohma: Sure I do; I just met him (smiles).
Himitsu: AHHH! WHAT!?
Kono: Let's head back home; it's getting late.
Daru: Yeah, I agree—tomorrow is the big day.
Akira: Finally.
Gram: Big day?
Ohma: Yeah, Gram, the Rift mission!
Gram: Dammit, I forgot about that!
Zodiac: I agree; we need rest. We don't know what we'll find in there.
Kono: Well, let's head back.
As they walk back to the house, Santa is revealed in the washroom, removing his clothes—it is Zorren.
Zorren: 30,000 geo! That's it! Are you kidding me?
Duviri: Mister President, how did tonight go?
Zorren: Are they trying to humiliate me?
Duviri: Mister President?
Zorren: What!
Duviri: I was asking how today went.
Zorren: It went horribly, Duviri; that Mavielance Squad is a joke!
Duviri: The one with your sister?
Zorren: Yes, that one… We need to get rid of them somehow.
Duviri: Well, sir, it would have to be after their Rift mission.
Zorren: Their what?
Duviri: Their Rift mission is tomorrow.
Zorren: Tomorrow… (laughs) I have the perfect plan.