Amaya stood at front of Tiny Snowflake in her kimono. During cold weather, it was very warm, however, during the summer it had been a bit hot for her tastes. Business was slow. Not many people wanted to go out during these festive times. To the bored girl, if it's going to be cold, there should be snow. Usually, at the academy, dorms would have snow sculpture contests against among the residents. Plus, it was always a nice surprise to get caught in a snowball fight with people you don't even know because someone "accidentally" throws a snowball at you. Except for the part where your things get snowy, and if you're not careful, wet.

Lately Amaya had been working lots of hours. She needed to earn even more money to buy presents for her friends and family. Unfortunately, this means she has less time to spend with her friends. But, hopefully, the presents will make up for it. She was planning on going all out this year. The blond was going to get the perfect present, even if it cost her a small fortune (which isn't much for a college student). Let's see, she needed a present for Rachel, her roommate, Devin, a good friend... Oh! and she needed to get a present for the secret santa exchange in her book club. 

She'd probably need to get presents for her professors as well. There's nothing wrong with sucking up a little, especially right before finals. The number one teacher on her gift list was Dr. Matsouka for obvious reasons. She had a few classes with him, and would in the future as well. Of course that and the fact that she got along well with him. It didn't hurt that he was attractive. Amaya tended to work hard in the classes she enjoyed, and earned very good grades, but for the classes she didn't like, well, at least she passed. 

Suddenly, the waitress's attention was diverted to the sound of a small bell and gust of cold wind as the front door of the Tiny Snowflake opened. Quickly, she smiled and straighted her posture. [color=FFF5D7]"Welcome to the Tiny Snowflake, how many are in you're party?"[/color] She recited.