***
Kalvin
Kalvin walked into the kitchen and was greeted by his butler, Benjamin Black, who handed him a fresh cup of coffee.
"Good morning, sir."
"Good morning, Benjamin," Kalvin said with a smile. "It's the best day of the year, and do you know why?"
"Because it's White Elephant Day?"
"You got it, buddy," Kalvin said as he sat at the table with his iPad.
"Is that all for now, sir?"
"Yes, Benjamin. You can go help your wife prepare for this afternoon."
"Thank you, sir."
Benjamin turned around to leave.
"Oh Benjamin," Kalvin said. The butler stopped and turned around. "I'm sorry to do this, but Corrina and I booked a last-minute trip for the new year. So, you and Marcie will have to stay and watch the house."
"But, sir, we already booked our flights to visit our son."
"We can reimburse you, Benjamin. Can your son just come here?"
"He just started his new job at one of those tech companies. I don't believe he'll be able to arrange for that."
"That's unfortunate. Well, there's always the New Year. That will be all, Benjamin," Kalvin said. He looked down at his iPad and waited for the 'Of course, sir'. But it never came. He looked back up and Benjamin was gone.
With the one difficult thing he had to do out of the way, Kalvin relaxed and anxiously awaited for the evening festivities.
***
Emerald
"I'm coming, I'm coming," Emerald said as she rushed to the foyer.
She opened the front door and a delivery man stood waiting with a small box.
"Hi, can I help you?" The blond college student asked.
"Package for uh... Kalvin White," the delivery man said.
"That's my daddy," Emerald said. She stood and stared at the man.
"Are you going to take the package?" The man asked.
"Oh," Emerald said and then grabbed the package. "I'm sorry, I've never answered a delivery before. Usually, our butler or maid does this but I'm not sure where they are."
"I don't need your life story, ma'am. Just a signature, here," the delivery man said pointing to his electronic pad.
Emerald signed for the package.
"Thank you. Merry Christmas. Happy New Year," the delivery man said in a dry voice like he was going through the motions to get through his day.
Emerald brought the package inside and closed the door. She turned around and...
"Shit... you scared the crap out of me," Emerald said to Benjamin who was patiently waiting.
"Sorry, Miss Emerald," Benjamin said.
"Do you know what this is?" Emerald asked.
"I believe it's for your father's White Elephant event."
"That's today?"
"Yes, Miss Emerald."
"I told him I wanted to participate this year. He calls it the best day of the year and then leaves me completely in the dark!" Emerald said.
Benjamin did not respond to her tantrum and Emerald stopped before she further embarrassed herself. The butler was the least helpful person to complain to. Emerald shoved the package into Benjamin's stomach and took off to find her father.
***
Corrina
"I need you to clean these again, they're still dirty," Corrina said pointing to the stack of dishes.
"Yes, Mrs. White," Marcie Black said.
The maid walked back to the kitchen in her high heels wearing a new outfit that Kalvin had purchased for the White Elephant event. A more risquΓ© and sexy uniform. Corrina had tried to talk him out of it for the sake of Marcie's comfort, but Kalvin wanted everything to be perfect.
"Dad, Dad!"
Corinna walked into the hallway and stopped Emerald from yelling and disturbing the peace.
"Your father is busy."
"Why can't I take part in White Elephant? It's apparently a family tradition and yet, I've never participated!"
"When the time comes that you can participate, we will let you know. Besides, it's not something you would enjoy," Corrina said.
"Why?"
"Because you're intelligent and cunning and trust me, you would not like it."
"What the hell do you guys do, a massive orgy?"
Corrina smirked.
"Yes sweetheart, we invite our friends over and have a massive orgy. Would you like to see your father and I fuck? We can show you a demonstration right now."
"Eww," Emerald said.
"I can take my breasts out and you can have a quick peak," Corrina said as she grabbed her chest.
"You're so gross, mom," Emerald said as she covered her eyes and ran away.
Kalvin came from an adjacent room and stood in the doorway.
"That should dissuade her interest for another year," Kalvin said.
Corinna's smile turned to a snarl as she looked at Kalvin.
"Next year, you give her the choice, or you'll be talking dirty to our daughter to make her go away," Corrina said then walked back to the kitchen to micromanage Marcie.
**Five Hours Later**
***
Stephanie
Dressed in a fancy black cocktail dress, wearing a fur boa. Real fur, not that fake shit. Stephanie catwalked to the grand entrance of her sister's house. She grabbed the knocker and banged it three times. The door opened slowly, and she was greeted by Benjamin.
"Hello Jeeves," Stephanie said.
"Hello Miss Perkins," Benjamin said.
He relieved her of her jacket, and she shoved her purse into his chest. After he put her items away, she did a twirl in front of him.
"How do I look Jeeves?"
"Marvelous as always, Miss Perkins."
Stephanie looked down at her shiny black heels.
"I think my heels could use a bit of a shine, don't you?"
Benjamin's face sank. Stephanie loved fucking with him more than anything when she visited Corrina because he never complained about her. The humble butler walked over, slowly got down to his hands and knees, then pulled out a handkerchief. While Benjamin was busy wiping her shoes, Stephanie took pictures and posted them to social media. An account that Benjamin also followed. How much fun he'd have reliving his duties later when he checked his page.
When he was done, Stephanie didn't say thank you and had him lead her to the small party.
***
Kalvin
"Gentleman, I present, Miss Perkins," Benjamin said.
Stephanie walked over to Kalvin and gave him a big hug as Benjamin closed the doors to ensure privacy.
"Steph, you're always a sight for sore eyes," Kalvin said then kissed Stephanie's hand.
"Always the charmer, Kalvin," Stephanie said.
She then said hello to the rest of the party. First, there was Trey, Kalvin's best friend and a professional athlete at the height of his career. Then Alfie, Kalvin's introverted business partner. And finally, Connor, Stephanie's obnoxious brother, and someone Kalvin only kept around at Corrina's insistence.
The partygoers settled into conversation with wine, hors d'oeuvres, and cigars as the fireplace crackled. The room was decorated thoroughly for Christmas and had hosted many events throughout December, including the prestigious and private event, White Elephant.
After everyone had a little bit of liquid confidence, Kalvin stood up and walked over to the red velvet blanket covering a table off to the side.
"Gentlemen and lady, it is time for this evening's festivities," Kalvin said then pulled off the blanket revealing a table with five white and gold envelopes. "White Elephant!"
The small crowd cheered and clapped.
"Without further ado, let's get started," Kalvin said. He took the first name from a small gold bowl and read it out loud. "All right, first on the board, Connor!"
"Fuck yeah!" Connor said with a fist pump. He walked up to the table and playfully slapped Kalvin on the shoulder. "You're going to love my guest tonight."
Connor winked at Kalvin and grabbed the first envelope. He opened it and read it out loud.
"Stephanie's Guest: Her girlfriend, Shadow. An Asian beauty with a wild side. Costume: Playboy bunny."
Everyone clapped at the first reveal.
"Shadow. Can't wait to find out what Stephanie's been raving about," Connor said as he walked back to his seat.
"She's been looking forward to her first White Elephant," Stephanie said. "Although I'm sure after her night with you, it will be her last."
"She might consider switching teams after I'm done with her," Connor said.
"Aight slayer, relax," Trey said.
"Next up, we have Alfie," Kalvin announced.
Alfie strolled up nonchalantly even though everyone knew he was internally bursting with excitement. His love life was falling apart year by year, and he had always used White Elephant to satisfy his craving. He picked up the envelope on the far right and opened it.
"Kalvin's Guest: His wife, Corrina. Prim and proper blonde, her small frame makes it easy for total domination. Costume: Wedding dress."
"Wowza," Alfie said. "I've always wanted to get Corrina. Sometimes I undress her with my eyes."
"That's a little TMI, Alfie. Maybe keep that to yourself," Kalvin said and ushered him back to his seat.
"You couldn't find a replacement for Corrina this year?" Trey asked.
"She wanted to do it. I volunteered the maid, but Corrina is still eager," Kalvin said. He looked at Alfie's small frame. "She might regret it this year."
Trey and Connor laughed at the subtle joke as Alfie stared at his card with a big dumb grin.