“Hey Lock, could I ask you a favor?” James calls from across the room.
Digging through your things, you sigh and look up. “It depends on the favor.”
James gives you a look before asking, “So the department has this Christmas thing for the kids, and I’m Santa this year...”
Squinting, you wait for James to get to the point.
“I was hoping you could be my Mrs.Claus, I know it’s super last minute, but it would mean so much to me if you could do this.”
Setting your box aside, you look over to James. “How last minute as we talking?”
“In two hours.” He says, not making eye contact.
You sigh as exasperation fills your soul.
“How many kids are expected?” You question with your eyes, following him as he tries to avoid your gaze.
“Probably most of the kids in Raven Hill, please. Look, I’m sorry, but it slipped my mind. Will you please do this with me?”
“You are so lucky that I love you.”
“Thank you!” he exclaims as he sweeps you into his arms, spinning you around the room.