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Before Kai can say another word, Jacob and Cole reach us.
Jacob hands me a warm bag while Cole hands a steaming cup to Kai.
“These smell so good! Thanks!” I say, staring up at Jacob.
“Go ahead,” he says with an encouraging nod. “Eat them while they’re hot.”
Opening the bag, I pass it around to them all. When they’ve each picked a chestnut, I grab one for myself.
I crack the thin shell with my fingers and easily peel it off to reveal the soft, sweet nut inside it. “Mmm, this is so good,” I moan, happily chewing the chestnut. “Brings back so many memories, you know.”
I feel Kai’s elbow dig into my side gently. Getting his hint, I turn my attention toward Cole.
Even though he’s standing with us, his gaze is on the ice skating rink on the other side of the square. Desire swirls in his blue eyes as he watches the people on the ice.
Moving closer to Cole, I grasp his hand.
He glances down at me. “Are you okay?”
I nod, grinning. “Do you want to skate with me?”
His eyes widen a fraction. “You want me to go with you?
I nod, smiling up at him brightly. “I’ll confess I’m rusty but I’m sure I can pick it up once we’re on the ring.”
He glances toward his brothers.
“Go ahead,” Jacob says with a firm nod.
“Break a leg,” Kai says with a wink.
Cole glances back at me. “If you’re sure, let’s go.”
“I’m sure! Do you guys want to join us too?” I ask, looking toward Jacob and Kai.
“Nah, we’re fine,” Kai says, waving his hand. “Neither of us likes zooming around when it’s this cold.”
“Want me to buy you some more mulled wine?” Jacob suggests.
“Yes, Bruh! You’re the best,” Kai says, slinging an arm around his eldest brother.
“Shall we?” Cole says softly.
I nod and let him lead me toward the stands where we can rent figure skates.
The area surrounding the ring looks like something out of a holiday postcard. Fairy lights twinkle in every corner, creating a magical glow all around it. A cheerful Christmas carol blasts through the speakers, making me sing along to it.
People stare at Cole as we reach the stands. Holding his hand firmly, I ignore them all and keep my attention on him. Once we have our figure skates, we take off our boots and put them in the racks.
Excitement flows through my veins as I hear the wild, unrestrained squeals coming from the people who are skating around us. My breath rises in a cloud before me as we move toward the ring. The air is chillier here but it doesn’t bother me one bit.
I stumble a bit on the ice but Cole is there to support me. His big, powerful arms hold my waist firmly while I try to regain my balance.
“Sorry about this,” I mumble, looking down at my trembling knees. “It’s been a few years since I last skated.”
His eyes sparkle with warmth as he meets my gaze. “It’s all right,” he says, continuing to guide me toward the center of the ring. “I’m sure you’ll get adjusted to it soon.”
To my surprise, he’s right!
