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“What is this?”
“It’s a Christmas tree, what else?” On the living room table was a small stable pot, which held a study, pine tree, around 2 feet in height, prettily decorated with candy canes and tinsels. “And, this is the star, which goes on the top. It’s a happy, family tradition to gather around to put it at the top. That is, for big trees. Sorry, I could only manage to bring a small one. I know this may all seem stupid to you, but, I just wanted to show the Christmas spirit, and celebration…”
“Shhh…” Ryuuren put his forefinger over her mouth. “So, what do I do with this star?” His eyes were a warm ocean blue that would turn any girl’s heart inside out.
“Place it gently one the top—no you’re bending the tip!” Nadeshiko placed her hands over his large, warm ones.
“Like this?” he asked obediently.
“Right.” Nadeshiko clapped gleefully. “And now, we can light all the light bulbs and it will be pretty!” For a moment, they sat back and gazed at the pretty picture that the merry little Christmas tree made, by the window side, which was frosted with sugary snow.
Ryuuren’s lips melted into a soft smile. “It‘s pretty.”
The New Trials of Cardcaptor Sakura, Chapter 15: Hang a Shining Star
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Happy White Day! I sadly couldn't get this done in time for Christmas, but at least there's plenty of holidays to celebrate at the beginning of the year lol. The outside of my window right now is very similar to the one here anyway 😂
This is probably one of my favorite NadeRyuu scenes, since I think it's the first tender moment we see of the two, but it's also just a very sweet scene (and also when Ryuuren famously gives Nadeshiko the sapphire ring). I tried to convey the softness of the moment, those quiet few seconds when Nadeshiko and Ryuuren admire the tree they decorated.
Link to the New Trials website: wishluv.com/newtrials.htm