Alyxander bundled up as well when the girls mentioned going to get the ladder from the shed. Following behind them, he shuddered slightly at the bitter wind. Usually temperature didn't affect him, but when he was outside it was an entirely different story. His hands were shoved deep into the pockets of the thick winter jacket he was wearing, his scarf pulled up barely under his chin. It wasn't exactly to keep him warm; his throat was covered in scars that he tried to keep hidden, proof of his past human life; proof that he hadn't always been a vampire. Among the bite marks were scars from lashings he'd gotten and a cut near the base of his throat where Lady Malora had nearly slit his throat in a fit of anger. Lucky for him he healed quickly, and the blade hadn't done too much damage.<br/><br/>As Alyx saw Peel, he smiled. He easily recognized the aged, old gentleman whom had been with Kate when she came to his rescue. "Had been looking forward to being on my own two feet every since I was brought here." He replied in response. "But glad am I too, lest I be stuck in my room and miss out on this happy and festive season." He was quiet for moments after, wanting to help with the ladder but not wanting to be a show off or seem conceited. His strength was much more than most other young men, heightened by what he was. But that didn't make it right to make others feel weak because he was stronger. Following along behind Kate and Sara, as well as Peel and the rest of the boys, Alyx glanced around the yard. The snow covered every inch of grass and dirt, blanketing everything with a cloak of glittering white.<br/><br/>As they struggled to get the ladder into the house, being as big as it was, Alyxander finally found his way to be able to help. Eventually they managed to get it inside and to the parlor, though it took a few minutes at the least. His gaze looked over the tree, and he couldn't help but agree with Peel. It was quite a tree, and perfect for such a festive time of year. After the others had left, just leaving him and the two girls in the room with the tree and decorations, he glanced to Sara as she spoke. Shaking his head. "Not that I know of, at least. I won't have any problem being up on the ladder, as high as it may be."