Charming Christmas (MyHeartChannel Book 4) by Erica Penrod

Author:Erica Penrod [Penrod, Erica]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Novella Story, MyHeartChannel Romances Series, Contemporary Romance, Women's Fiction, Forever Love, Inspirational Reads, Love Inspired, Bachelor, Single Woman, Hearts Desire, Clean & Wholesome, Life-Changes, Second Chance Reunion, Honesty & Trust, Romantic Schemes, Love-Family & Forever, Action & Adventure, Small Town & Rural Area, Beautiful & Feisty, Christmas Holidays & Celebration, Christmas Time, Holiday Whimsy, Festive Season, Winter Weather
Publisher: Gelato Publishing LLC
Published: 2020-05-04T04:00:00+00:00

Chapter Eleven

The hotel Christmas tree was up, the same tree they dug out of a cardboard box for as long as Hilary could remember. Every bough had to be reshaped and placed in the perfect position, which took over an hour with both Hilary and her mom at work.

“This just doesn’t seem right, putting up the tree without Maryn here. You know how much she loves this.” Her mom readjusted the branch above Hilary.

“I know. She’s an expert when it comes to tree trimming.” Hilary stepped back for a different angle. “I’m sure she’s missing us as much as we’re missing her.”

“I don’t know why she couldn’t have waited until after the holidays.” Her mom turned on the lights. “Especially with your dad’s health.”

Hilary drew in a breath and expelled her frustration as she exhaled. They’d had this conversation several times after Maryn got the call about Ghana, but she’d thought her mom had put it to rest. “Mom, you know it was an immediate position, and if she didn’t go, they would’ve hired someone else. The timing was terrible, but we’ll have to make the most of it for Dad.”

“You’re right.” Her mom reached for the gold rope garland. “We’ll have to make do.”

“How about we get a fresh tree for you and Dad this year?” Hilary’s insides warmed at the idea. “I know it’s not exactly the same as going out and cutting one down ourselves, but I think Dad would love it anyway.” She took the garland from her mom and draped it around her half of the tree. “I’d be happy to pick one up.”

“That would be lovely.” The door began to spin, and her mom looked over.

Hilary handed her mom the garland. “You keep going. I’ll help the guest.” She walked to the front desk and ignored the twitching in her gut. Ever since Griff and Sam had come through the hotel door, she’d been nervous every time the door rotated. Hilary couldn’t handle one more man in her life. The feelings Griff stirred inside her and Sam’s life-changing proposition were more than she could take.

She brought up the reservation screen and didn’t see anyone listed. Must be a new check-in.

A woman stepped out of the door bundled in a long camel-colored coat. A burgundy scarf hung around her neck, matching the knitted gloves on her hands. She approached Hilary, rolling her suitcase behind her. “Hello.” The woman tugged the gloves from her fingers. “It’s cold out there today.” She placed the gloves in her purse. “But it’s just perfect for the holidays, if you ask me.”

Hilary nodded. “Can I help you?”

“Oh, yes. I’d like a room, please.” She unwound the scarf from her neck. Deep lines fanned from the corners of her crisp blue eyes, and when she smiled, wrinkles rippled from the edge of her lips all along her face. Copper-colored curls covered her head like a football helmet, and her ample cheeks were as red as the poinsettia plant on the edge of the counter.

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