“Don’t worry. Your secret is safe with me.” Instead of sitting, she walked over to the small table where the coffee maker sat and held up the thermos. “I brought us some hot chocolate. Want some?”

Dan nodded. For someone who didn’t usually receive much company, he sure was getting a lot tonight. “Yes, please. But you didn’t have to do that.”

Angela chuckled. “I know.” She set out the mugs, added marshmallows, and filled the cups. “If I had to, I wouldn’t have.” Angela smiled as she handed him a cup and frowned. “Oh, I’m sorry! I forgot to ask if you like marshmallows or not.”

Dan laughed. “I...