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“Don’t forget some bathroom essentials for women. A brush, deodorant, and female products,” the fire chief says.
“Smart.”
He nods. “I’ve been through this with many victims over the years. Her room seems the least affected, so that’s really great.”
“Thanks again for this. For now, this should be good.”
“What about shoes? Are there some in here? Everyone said she was at the party last night. I bet she’s never going to want to go to one of those again.” I groan, thinking about that shit, but I’ll make sure she does because we can’t live our lives in fear.
“She will. A better background on employees is a must for her. I’ll demand it.” We head back to my house, and her friends are already there.
Glen comes out to meet us. “You need any help?”
“No, we got it.”
He points at the house, shaking his head. “They are having a girl chat in there.”
“The sheriff left?”
“Yes. He got his report and said he would like to get back to his family.”
“Good. I’ll be heading out now as well.”
I handed the fire marshal back the hard hat and gloves. “Thanks again.”
“We’ll be in touch with more information.” He leaves after shaking our hands.
“You just stumbled into the thick of things,” Glen says.
I sigh because it’s not quite like that. “I caused this. The little psycho stalker didn’t have a problem when she was refusing everyone, but since I claimed her, he lost his shit.”
“Still, the bastard is paying for it, and she’s safe.” He claps my shoulder in understanding. “Things hopefully will get better and at least Holiday seems happy given everything.”
I smile. “She really does.”
I’m almost to the door when I see another car pull up. I stop, and it’s my assistant. “Sarah, Brett, what are you two doing here?”
“Well, you told us you were getting married and moving here, and we just couldn’t wait, so we decided to surprise you.”
“This is a new development.” They stare at Glen.
“He’s kinky,” Glen teases, giving them a wink.
“Be quiet, or I’ll kick you out on Christmas.”
“Fine, but Holiday didn’t say you proposed.”
“Because he didn’t,” Holiday says from the doorway.
“Please tell me you have clothes on.” I turn around, and she’s in a cute outfit with a puffy blue coat. I take the last two steps and slip my arms around her and plant a kiss on her lips before saying, “Merry Christmas, sugarplum. Let me introduce you to my lousy assistant and her asshole husband. They used to be my friends, but since they ruined my surprise…”
“Hey, I was an asshole before I ruined your surprise,” Brett says, sounding offended.
“Well, it wasn’t a surprise since you said you wanted to spend all our Christmases together.”
“I suppose it’s not.” I kiss her temple and then turn to my unexpected but very welcome guests despite my bullshit. “Well, do you want to come in? We’re having an impromptu gathering. There’s not much to eat.”
“Actually, Glen, Sheila, and Beth brought food over.”
