“Just means we’ll get no downtime for Christmas this year.” “Will you at least get to see your family?” I nod. “I’ll spend two days with my mom and sister. They’ve already made plans for us to spend Christmas Day on the beach. What about you? Any big family plans?” She hums a noncommittal sound. I shift my hold on her waist. It’s subtle, but now I almost feel like she’s tucked under my arm. I’m touching more of her this way. “You played well tonight,” she says, her fingers flexing softly against mine.
