Just a Christmas Crush - Tina Cyr
The yellow cab wove through the snow-dusted streets, its tires crunching softly over the fresh layer of winter. Bundled up in her favorite green scarf, Chrissy gazed at the twinkling lights adorning the sleepy university town. Her best friend, Jenna, tapped her fingers rhythmically against her knee, starkly contrasting Chrissy's contemplative silence.
"So, you ready for the big, exciting world of faculty Christmas parties?" Jenna teased, nudging Chrissy playfully. Her voice was laced with sarcasm, her bright eyes dancing with entertainment. Chrissy and Jenna had dinner downtown and were now heading to her department’s Christmas party.
Chrissy laughed. "Oh, absolutely. Nothing screams excitement like a room full of academics discussing research over eggn
