Based on the surrounding strips, I think it's fair to assume the Admiral is the boyfriend. That means he was looking to the letter for an idea on what to buy.
Either people didn't want to process it or there was a lack of comprehension going on here.
Another season of worrying about Christmas presents this year...This year I'll be exchanging presents with my boyfriend instead. I look forward to it.Dear Santa,
Thank you for all your presents over the years.
Yukikaze is an adult now, so Yukikaze no longer needs presents.
Thank you for taking care of me up until now.If only people just asked for what they wanted...Commander!That's so much pressure!!!Yukikaze wrote a letter for Santa-san!It's here! Good girl, Yukikaze!Just say what you want!!!I want you to make sure to deliver it!RustleWhat a good girl!