The Christmas Con by Becky Harmon

Author:Becky Harmon [Harmon, Becky]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2019-12-11T05:00:00+00:00

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Devon stretched her legs and her toes immediately felt the cold outside of the blanket. She opened her eyes and was surprised to see the sun coming through the window behind the Christmas tree. She could hear distant voices and it took her a minute to realize she was still on Sabrina’s couch. She was so embarrassed. How had Sabrina explained her presence to Alexa?

She threw the covers off and sat up. Should she sneak out the door? No. She wanted to meet Alexa and besides there was no way she hadn’t already been seen. She took a deep breath and walked into the kitchen.

A smaller version of Sabrina sat at the table eating a piece of toast. She looked up at Devon. Her eyes curious round orbs.

“Alexa? Answer me,” Sabrina said as she turned to look at her daughter. Her face spread into a smile when she saw Devon standing in the doorway. “Alexa, meet Devon. Devon, this is my daughter, Alexa. Join us.” Sabrina motioned to an empty seat at the table.

“Good morning, Alexa,” Devon said as she sat down across from her.

“Hullo. Are you my mommy’s friend?”

“I guess I am,” Devon said, taking a drink of the coffee Sabrina sat in front of her.

“Can I get you something to eat?” Sabrina asked.

“No, I’ll stick with coffee. Thanks, though.”

Sabrina turned to answer her ringing cell phone.

“Are you staying with us again tonight?” Alexa asked.

“No.”

“Why not?”

“Because I have my own place.” Devon tried to answer Alexa’s questions while she listened to Sabrina’s conversation.

“Why did you stay last night?” Alexa asked.

“Alexa!” Sabrina chastised as she pocketed her phone and joined them at the table. “Don’t be rude to our guest.”

“I’m not! I was trying to find out what the plan was.”

Sabrina laughed, shaking her head at her daughter. “I told a friend about our agreement and big ears was listening. She wants to participate in our plan.”

“Our plan?” Devon asked.

“Yes, our pretend family Christmas,” Alexa said excitedly.

“Oh. I just assumed that was off.” Devon looked back and forth between them. Their faces were almost identical. Each of their eyes filled with mischief and excitement.

“So, what do you think? Do you still want to give it a shot?” Sabrina asked.

“Well, I’m not sure. My parents aren’t expecting a kid.”

“But they like kids, right?” Alexa asked.

“Well, I guess they do.” She looked at Sabrina. “I’m not sure we could convince them.”

“You mean you aren’t sure I can convince them.” Alexa said, sitting up straighter in her chair. “I’m almost twelve, you know. I can do this.”

Devon shrugged. “I guess I’m in if you guys are.” I must be insane.

“Yeah!” Alexa exclaimed, jumping up from her chair. “I’m going to pack.”

“Is she moving in with me? She’s going to be disappointed when she sees my apartment.”

Sabrina laughed. “I already told her your tree was bare. I’m not really sure we have enough time to get your apartment ready though. What if your parents came here?”

“Oh, I like that idea. Would you

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