"If now's not a good time--"

"No, it's okay." Kiki replied a bit too quickly. "Come on over and sit down. I'm glad you came by."

Taren did as she asked, and placed his hands on his knees. "Well, I have some good news for you. Or- at least I hope it's good news."

"What's that?" Kiki asked, suddenly caught up in his enthusiasm.

A broad smile spread across his face. "Well, I just came from The North Pole Lodge and Liam is going to give you a room until you ...