Advent Calendar Day 22: FIC: Merry and Bright (1/2), by rebelxxwaltz, green cortina

[rebelxxwaltz]

Title: Merry and Bright
Author: rebelxxwaltz
Rating: Let's say… Green Cortina for the first part?
Notes: Since I've been practically living at work, I wasn't able to finish this in time to post it all in one go-- I forgot how little free time I actually have in the couple weeks leading up to Christmas! The concluding part will therefore be posted a day or two

Comments

[girlwtmousyhair]

LOVE IT. LOVE ALL OF IT. STUCK IN ALLCAPS.

Really though, this is brilliant and had me grinning as much as Sam. Such a great idea, can't wait for the second part.

Favouries... too hard to choose, and too long to paste into the comments when I did try to choose. Really love the chat outside the pub, and the healthy scattering of Christmas carol references. Oh wait this bit!

'...if that means I've got to listen to your picky speeches about the proper procedure for applying gravy to a Yorkshire pudding or which order to eat my sprouts in then so be it."' The grin broke into a laugh when I read that, SO spot on for Gene and just so damnably funny!

Really, REALLY enjoyed this Rebel, thanks doll!

[rebelxxwaltz]

Thanks, schmoopie! I figured if we were going to start throwing around endearments I'd get right in on the action. <333333

I've made significant progress on the remainder of the fic, and keep having to steer it away from heavy angst territory. THIS IS HOLIDAY FUN, NOTHING SUPER DEPRESSING IS ALLOWED. Not as though Gene ever listens! :P

Of course there are benefits to that... you and I have talked before about the miraculous way that Gene just writes his own dialogue, which is surprisingly helpful of him. Sam might not appreciate it in all cases, but I certainly do!

Welp, I'm off to work for the final shift before Christmas. Wish me luck as I serve the last-minute-shopping public, aka crazy people and drunks!

[bratflorida]

LOL!! How much do I love Gene's mother?? And of COURSE she'd have his eyes and carry half a brick in her purse to hit people with! OMG, that was the BEST part for me. Also this:

"It's about time you showed up, Eugene Hunt! Just look at the state this city is in, when an old woman can't even go buy a sack of potatoes without having to foil a blag!"

Ahh poor Gene, getting told off in front of Sam by Mom! LOL...and don't mothers always say something embarrassing? Gene's been telling tales about Sam, and add some booze to Christmas dinner and maybe she'll even bring out the naked baby photos??? I know you're crazy busy at work now, but hopefully you'll get a break to finish up dear! *hugs*

[rebelxxwaltz]

Nyawwww, thanks! I'm glad you've enjoyed it so far. Adding in a 'Gene's mother' character is actually a tricky business, because one must avoid the peril of writing her as 'Gene in a dress.' I feel such a lady would have a strong spirit, however, and wouldn't let Gene get away with much! :D

The second half should be endless fun, if what I've got written so far is any indication. Poor Gene will have to deal with both his mum *and* Sam. Sam will get caught ogling Gene. General Christmas nostalgia and mayhem will ensue.

Thanks for dropping by with a comment, darling. Now I'm off to enjoy a day of helping drunk people purchase Christmas gifts! <33333333333

[basaltgrrl]

It's lovely and delightful rebel! I'm so impressed with all the festive fics and art around here, and this one so specially adorable for introducing Gene's mum! Nice work with that; I can just picture her! I'll look forward to the next installment!

[rebelxxwaltz]

Thank you! I had this idea awhile back, I believe during a chat with Aima where we somehow got onto the subject of what Gene's mother would be like. Themes of family always fit rather well into a Christmas setting, so it was a no-brainer to apply the concept to an advent fic! I only wish I'd had more free time to finish it up for posting, although I should be able to wrap it up in the next few days. :D

The most crucial thing about Gene's mother in this story is that she really *knows* him, and I think she's got him rumbled concerning how he really feels about Sam! Which leaves lots of opportunity for the cute and comedic... although I must say I've had to keep steering part 2 away from heavy angst territory. A little angst, I feel, was inevitable, but I don't want to spoil the fun!

Anyhow... it *has* been fun seeing all the holiday fic and art, hasn't it? All the activity just makes me want to create more stuff! Wheeee! I'm glad you have enjoyed this so far, and I hope you're having a great Christmas! <3333333

[little_cello]

Heeeeeeeeeeeee Rebel <333333333 I love your humorous way of writing so much. Gene's own mother in the shop!! Lovely! XDDD <3333333 I really love how you write her, and her inviting Sam along and just. I'm so curious about what Gene's been telling her, and how CHristmas day will go at Casa del Hunt, and fhdsakjdjsahk <33333333333

Thank you so much for this brilliant little gem, I can't wait for the next part!! and THANK YOU for taking the time to write it, even though you are/were crazy busy!! <333333333

[rebelxxwaltz]

Hahaha yeahhhhh I *have* been stupidly busy at work, although we've been having a great holiday season so I have no complaints! I think the main thing that caused my lack of success in finishing this is that I forgot how little time I actually spend AT HOME when we run extended holiday hours... working until midnight means I get to bed around 2:30 or 3am, sleep until 10am or later (I need my sleep lol), and leave the house again by 1pm or so to be back at work for the next round! As for days off? Oh yay, grocery shopping, cooking, and errands. Awesome! XDDDDD

[talkingtothesky]

I am SO EXCITED for the second half of this! Some of my favourite lines:

Sam jogged a few steps to catch up with the Guv as the taller man's long legs stalked toward the greengrocer at the end of the street.

Height difference kink, helloooo! Loving the sense of them on a mission as well. :)

As they approached the officers Gene froze in his tracks, causing Sam to walk straight into his broad back. "Oof. Guv, what--" Sam stepped out from behind the wall of camel hair
STILL LOVING THE SIZE KINK HERE plus accidental contact for the win

That Sam you're always going on about? What was that supposed to mean? Gene talked to his mother… about Sam? Sam allowed his thoughts to clatter against each other
Sam not being 100% oblivious in relationship matters for once, hurray!

If Sam hadn't been focusing his attention on a crack in the pavement, he might have noticed the way Gene's face softened as he released a weary sigh. "Don't be stupid, Tyler. My old mum made it perfectly clear that your presence is required. And besides--" He trailed off

[rebelxxwaltz]

These two kill me, and they just seem to get even cuter when you throw in an outside influence (such as Gene's mother) and get to play around with the perception that other people have of their relationship. Mrs. Hunt is sooooo onto them it's not even funny. XDDDDD

I'm flailing a bit over here because I need to wrap this up quickly (hello, Christmas fic!) and also try and get my Martian exchange fic done... oh, and catch up on all my commenting from the advent calendar. One of these days I will be home and awake and sober (dynamite combination, that) for more than an hour at a time! :P

Thank you for the kind feedback! I've really had fun writing this one so I'm glad you guys are enjoying it. <333333