Since it was the middle of the week and the mall wasn’t at all crowded, it didn’t take him long to get what he wanted at Build-A-Bear. As a result, he arrived in Mount Holly within the timeframe he’d given Philip.
This time he was relieved to see there weren’t multiple cars in the driveway or at the curb. He parked the Versa, grabbed the bag, and ambled up the walk to the Campbells’ front door, where there was a huge winter wreath of pine cones, fresh greenery, and white flowers.
“Christmas is over, but it’s still winter. Welcome, Parrish.” Philip greeted him warmly. “Come in.”
Parrish stepped into the warmth of the foyer and inhaled. The scent of pine and cinnamon filled the air,
“What’s this?” Philip asked, gesturing to the bag Parrish held.
“Outfits for the twins’ bears. I know you
