It had taken more time than Callie had realized to be treated for her minor burns and change her clothing. That made it late enough in the morning that the brunch crowd was starting to drift into the dining room. Callie had taken up a position with Maggie by the door and was preparing herself mentally for the day.
“Are you sure you want to work today after the hot chocolate incident?” Maggie asked her.
“I’m sure. If I went home, it would disappoint Maya because she wouldn’t get to play dress up with Maddie or ski with her Uncle Jimmy. Besides that, I would be pacing a hole in the floor thinking of everything I should be doing here instead of goofing off at home,” Callie grinned as she picked up two menus as an older couple entered the dining room. “I’ve got this.”
Maggie smiled and nodd
