After Jocelyn locked the door, they hurried to Santa's Cafe. It wasn't far--just kitty corner from the jewelry shop. Although it had stopped snowing, it seemed to be getting colder by the minute.

"So, how do you like your new apartment?" Jocelyn asked.

"It's wonderful," Kiki gushed. "You wouldn't believe it, but he gave his credit card to Ms. Bennet and she filled the apartment."

Jocelyn smiled. "She came to see me while you were in the hospital."

Kiki ...