Chapter 15
ANIKA ENDED UP WORKING AN EXTRA shift on Saturday, and the store was so busy all she could do was wave at Carlos when he walked by with more building supplies for the soda fountain. They both kept their distance so that Cecilia wouldn’t have any proof of flirting. In spite of the Christmas music, shoppers, and wrapping paper that created a warm holiday atmosphere, Anika felt an empty space inside. She missed being with Carlos. That thought stunned her, and frightened her because even though she tried to turn off the yearning for the handsome Puerto Rican with a delicious accent, it grew stronger every day.
Near the end of her shift, Carlos found her hanging up evening wear that would be perfect for Christmas parties and dances, like the Candy Cane Twist.
“Are you picking out
