Chapter 13
Twice as many people showed up at the center for the Christmas celebration as did the day before. Lori, one of the women in charge, whisked Tyler and Jarod away as soon as they entered. They had jobs five minutes later, Tyler in the kitchen, helping prepare the food, and Jarod in the main room, serving it. Tyler took a quick peek out the door at Jarod, standing behind one of the long banquet tables. He looked stunning in his white button-down shirt, black slacks, and jacket. Every time Tyler saw him, his stomach did a flip-flop.
Getting caught mid-stare, someone called his name, and Tyler raced back to his station. He didn’t want to be responsible for a mashed-potato shortage. He whipped away, focusing on the extra-large stainless-steel pot in front of him. He hummed along to
