Last Christmas As Miss Novels & Stories

She hadn’t been this much into the Christmas spirit since she was twelve-years-old. “Hmm,” Lacey sighed happily as she circled her wrist around Blake’s arm. “What are you thinking about?” he asked as they continued to stroll along in the brisk cold. “I’m thinking about how romantic this time of year is,” she swooned. “Romantic?” he repeated with slight bewilderment. “Christmas can be romantic. The mistletoe, nothing but candles and twinkling lights in a room. Snow falling from the sky as two lovebirds kiss for the first time,” she fantasized.

She said giving my arm a light squeeze. Dad was speechless when he couldn't take his off of her. I had to clear my throat. "My love, you look absolutely elegant," Dad said while pulling Mom in for a kiss. Mom giggled and kissed him back. I looked over to Maddie and Jade and they were complimenting each other as well. I noticed Winter and Donna making their way towards us and I lost my breath. Winter looks drop dead gorgeous in her dark blue dress. The crystal snowflakes sparkling with every step she takes. She looks like a walking angel. Time itself seemed to stop when my eyes landed on her. That's when I realized how much I actually missed her today. I also realized that our vests match the

Suddenly, she starts to cry. “Gramma?” I step toward her. She grabs my hands, her tears wetting my skin. “I’m going to miss you so much, Reina,” She sobs. “This Christmas was different, and I know you felt it. I even got another chance to live. For that, I’m truly grateful. Whatever happens, please… listen to your heart. Do not make a mistake, Ray. Please.” My throat bobs painfully. “Yes, Gramma. I won’t.”

Something in me tells me she is not here to say merry Christmas. 💞✨💞✨💞✨💞✨💞✨💞✨💞✨

“Fine, fine, what's the great news?” “I have officially booked a spot in the largest cruise ship in Toronto for the holidays!” I said happily and for the first time today, her face brightened up and a smile formed on her face. Emily rarely smiled. She was more like an Emo chick who had a hormonal imbalance. Don't get me wrong, I love my best friend just the way she was. We were the total opposite. “I and Jax will be spending the holidays there,” I added and her smile vanished as quickly as it had appeared.

she glanced at the tv,“... am I right, Hendricks?” “Of course.” He replies.I shifted my gaze to the tv and, I could see Jake. He was being interviewed about the death of Miss Anna .“... I don’t know, but to me, this year’s Christmas will be feeling a lot like the long halloween.”Jake said, with a smirk on his face.I turned around to leave, unable to make sense of everything.“What do these three meant by ‘The Long Halloween’?” I muttered under my breath.TBC

That very day we ordered our second Christmas miracle. END

The Christmas market in Evergreen Hollow buzzed with life despite the biting December chill. Strings of twinkling lights draped over wooden stalls, and the air carried the scent of mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, and fresh gingerbread. It was the town's biggest holiday event, drawing locals and visitors alike. The 32 year old Lila Voss had come back from Seattle for the season, escaping the corporate grind of her marketing job. Single after a messy divorce, she craved the simple joys of her childhood home, but loneliness nipped at her heels like the wind.

Whispers followed me everywhere. "I can't believe she's that kind of person." "The more innocent they look, the wilder they are." "That coat she's wearing? It's Chanel's latest. The rumors on the campus forum must be true." I retrieved my phone to check the campus forum. My entire body was shaking from anger. Sharon actually spread dirty rumors about me on the campus forum. [A Golden Apple on Christmas Day Exposed Our Fake Friendship!] She accused me of flaunting wealth with a golden apple on Christmas Day and scamming them out of an expensive meal.