Chapter 11
Phillip removed the beanie as he entered his house. Geoffrey appeared out of nowhere to take his coat.
“Thanks, Geoffrey,” Phillip said as he handed both items over. “The kids all say hi.”
“I’m sure they loved the tree,” Geoffrey said.
Phillip arched his brow. “How did you know I was buying a Christmas tree? Oh, right, you probably heard from Miss Roth.”
Geoffrey’s ears reddened. “I don’t know what you are talking about, sir.”
“Come on, Geoffrey. Everyone knows that you and Miss Roth are dating. In fact, I can almost bet that she won’t be working at the Christmas tree farm by this time next year,” Phillip whispered conspiratorially. “She’ll probably be a fixture in this house by then.”
Geoffrey battled to hold back the smile that tugged at the corners of his lips. “I don’
