"Merry Christmas, love!" Exclaimed Nicholas as he rang his Christmas bell. Rosie replied, "Merry Christmas, buddy!" The festive spirit was felt all over Nicholas' house. Everyone was wearing their Christmas sweaters, including Scruffy and Buzzy. Best of all, a mouthwatering, heavenly feast awaited them in the dining room with Rosie's favorite roast chicken at the center of the table. The other dishes were a bowl of mashed potatoes with gravy, a full slab of honey-glazed pork ribs, a whole chocolate truffle cake for dessert, and three large bottles of cranberry juice. Rosie's mouth started to water as she stared at the exquisite food. However, first, the foursome and Nicholas' parents took turns in taking photos under the Christmas tree. Rosie also took a short video. Afterwards, the teenagers opened their gifts. Rosie got a pair of Union Jack printed sunglasses, while Nicholas got a green striped necktie. The twins got a set of souvenir mugs. When it was time to eat, Nicholas' father said, "Let's chow down, everyone!" To which the teenagers immediately responded and helped themselves with the food. As she ate, Rosie commented, "My, this is the best roast chicken that I've ever tasted! Thank you for cooking this!" Nicholas' mother replied, "Oh, you're very welcome my darling! That chicken was cooked with lots of love, and I'm really glad you're enjoying it." This remark made Rosie smile. Nicholas was also enjoying his favorite pork ribs. He loved the sweet, honey flavor complete with a heap of mashed potatoes. The chocolate truffle cake was a delight, too. As everyone cleaned up, Rosie told her best friend, "I would like to thank you again for taking me here to Liverpool. It was a dream come true for me." Nicholas smiled and replied, "Aw! You're welcome, love. What are friends for?" Before they went to sleep, Rosie opened her laptop and introduced her parents to Nicholas. Rosie's parents greeted him warmly. The friends then told them about all of their adventures together and how they were able to defeat Jason with the help of Scruffy and Buzzy. Rosie's parents were both pleasantly surprised and delighted by their escapades. Rosie and Nicholas stayed in Liverpool for the remaining days of the Christmas vacation and continued to enjoy the place. Their music classes will resume on the first week of January. Scruffy and Buzzy were still committed to their mission, but they remained close friends with the two and constantly kept in touch with them. And with Jason gone, Nicholas wasn't afraid of being bullied anymore, especially now that he has Rosie on his side to take care of him no matter what. In Rosie's case, when she left her home country for college in England, she wouldn't have thought that this would start a new chapter in her life and would begin the greatest friendship that she has ever had...Her friendship with Nicholas! The two remained inseparable, sweet, and loving ever since and are a true example of what friendship really is. They are best friends forever!
THE END
THE END
With Christmas Eve in full swing, everyone returned to Trafalgar Square to see the giant Christmas tree again. Alice became awed by it and said, "Now that is probably the biggest Christmas tree I've ever seen!" Ralph added, "Same for me! It's so gorgeous, too!" Rosie, Nicholas, the Geordie twins, and the Beatles nodded in agreement. After taking more photos, Ringo saw a poster and said, "There's going to be a spectacular dancing lights show here tomorrow at 8:00 pm. Let's watch this after our Christmas message broadcast and party!" Rosie replied, "Oh, sure! I bet it's gonna be a wonderful show." Nicholas added, "It will, indeed, love." The group then ate dinner before going back to the dorm. Upon returning, they all got ready to sleep so they can be fully rested for the 25th.
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