Chapter Two “I hate Christmas.” Loaded down with packages Jessamyn muscled her way into her miniscule office. “You love Christmas.” Jessamyn glared at her assistant manager, Gracie Collins, as the other woman trailed behind her. “I’m rethinking my position.” Gracie just laughed and slumped down into the chair in front of Jessamyn’s desk. “It’s our best time of year, boss. Cha-ching.” Reaching into her pocket, she pulled out a foil wrapped chocolate and offered it. Jessamyn stored her packages safely before collapsing into her chair. She wanted to stay mad, but a reluctant grin tugged at her mouth as she accepted the proffered treat. “What is it about this time of year that turns otherwise sane people into raving lunatics?” Unwrapping the chocolate, she popped it into her mouth and all

