When they arrived back at The North Pole Lodge, Kira was pleased that Xavier had gone along with their shopping spree. If she didn’t know any better, she would have thought that he was actually enjoying himself.

“Thank you,” Kira said when Xavier pulled his car to a stop.

He slid it into gear and smiled. “For what?”

A smile lit her lips. “For going along with the shopping spree tonight.” She smiled, patting his hand. “You know, you didn't have to pay half of the bill... or go along with it.” She shrugged. “I've been wanting to do this for a long time. But you didn't have to go...