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My mates have dimmed all the lights, allowing the Christmas tree to stand out with its fairy lights and shimmering strings of tinsel. Several red and white candles dot the place, adding a warm glow to the room.
“What do you think?” Jacob asks.
“It’s beautiful,” I whisper.
Stepping further inside the room, I catch the scent of several spices, noting the strong hint of ginger, cinnamon, and orange.
“Did you guys make mulled wine or something?” I ask, staring up at Jacob.
“It was Kai’s idea,” he says. “I wanted to make hot chocolate but Kai wanted something that’d make us all relax.”
Turning toward Kai, I grin. “This is amazing! Thanks so much for making this the perfect Christmas Eve evening.”
Kai chuckles and ambles over to me. “I knew you’d be too tired for anything else.”
“Also, it helps to have you a little drunk,” Cole says, winking at me.
The gesture makes butterflies take flight in my tummy.
My mates lead me toward the Christmas tree and that’s when I notice the luxurious cushions on the floor. They help me sit on one of them and settle down beside me.
“This feels so nice,” I croon, staring at the glittering ornaments hanging over my head. “I love it, guys.”
“Let’s get you relaxed some more,” Kai says, easing my boots off my feet.
Pure bliss flows through me as Cole comes behind me and starts massaging my shoulders. My head falls back on his chest as a moan escapes me.
“Jacob, go get the wine,” Kai whispers.
“On it!”
Opening my eyes, I watch Jacob hurrying toward the hallway that leads to the kitchen.
“Are you hungry?” Kai asks.
“I’m too tired to be hungry,” I say with a chuckle. “But, I guess I could eat something snackish.”
“Aww, our darling has overworked herself,” Cole says, wrapping an arm around my shoulder. “Come here, love. We’ll take care of you.”
“How about some music?” Kai suggests.
“Sure,” I say, leaning against Cole.
A Christmas song starts playing in the background, creating the perfect Christmas Eve setting. A smile blossoms on my lips as I stare at the candles flickering in every corner.
Soon, Jacob comes back into the room with a massive tray in his hands.
As he draws nearer, I catch a glimpse of the surprise they’ve planned for me. Among the steaming mugs of spiced wine, there’s a small stove with a cute little pot over it.
“Oh, wow!” I gush. “You guys made fondue.”
I straighten up the moment Jacob places the tray on the carpet.
“Let’s light it up,” Jacob says, proceeding to turn on the stove.
My gaze moves over the basket containing toasted pieces of bread. They’ve also included bowls of mini sausages, roasted potatoes, and chopped apples. All their inclusions would go amazingly well with the gently simmering cheese in the pot.
“Can I tell you guys a secret?” I whisper, looking around at my mates.
