No Grinches Allowed #2
I laughed, “You really are a very good friend to him.” Eric made a ‘shh’ gesture whispering, “Let’s keep that between us.
” I asked, “How did you make sure Dylan and Lucas wouldn't be here when you came over? Because you had to coordinate this so my mate wouldn’t be here to overhear and record this conversation. I know it was you because Dylan usually would be here and he would’ve heard this. ”
Eric said, “Danver is working in his family’s Christmas store because Dylan is on Darrin’s schedule today with Lucas.
” I replied, “Wow. You really did plan that out.” Eric replied, “I take literally no chances where Dylan Frost is concerned. He calls us all his wind-up toys, but he has to be functioning at his highest level to be at peak Dylan. He can’t use all the functions on his toys correctly if he’s not in tip top shape. ”
I admitted, “I thought he’d throw Dylanmas when I came back, but I found out he stopped because I ran away.
I never wanted to broach the subject with him.
I couldn’t believe I stole his Christmas joy.
I thought our first year together was just crazy with Lucas and Emmaline’s mating ceremony, but he didn’t throw it the next year either. ”
Eric admitted, “I have no goddamn idea why he’s not throwing the party now.
I understand why he didn’t when you were gone.
Because if Haley was gone, there wouldn’t be a single tree in our house.
Dylan spent Christmas looking for you. He actually put Carolers around the entire border of Blue Moon while heavily intoxicated on whiskey.
The man was cackling about me killing rogues for him. ”
I gasped, “What?” Eric snorted, “Yeah, he was hammered but fully convinced the carolers would guide you back to him. Honestly, Christy is lucky she didn’t cross his path that day because he would’ve killed her for doing so. That was back when he didn’t even know she was the reason you left.”
I admitted, “I can’t believe Dylan did that.” Eric reiterated, “He did. That man has loved you since you were born. While I could ask my wife the psychological shit that’s going on, I’m simply going to tell you to plan a way to give the party back to him.”
I teased, “You think you’re sly, but you want me to give it back to him because you know I feel like I took it from him. How did you know that before I told you?” Eric answered, “I like to know things, Lacy. I don’t have a sister, but I see you as one.”
Kiara sniffled in my head. I whispered, “Eric.” Eric said, “And god help me, Dylan is the annoying little cousin or brother I never asked for. I don’t know which one he is, but the point is that you're both important to me. Sure, I could make a comment about the party and hear about it forever. I just know you want Dylan to throw the party too.”
I admitted, “I think Kris should be the one to bring it up.” Eric grinned, “There you go, the plan forms. I’ll just go ahead and plan to be busy.” I laughed, “Dylan will have it on a day you won’t expect. It’s his comeback.” Eric sighed, “Being a good person is the worst.”
I teased, “You were always a good person and a good man to everyone around you. Those of us that know you know that.” Eric said, “There are few people who would call me a good man. Or admit that I care about people.”
I scoffed, “Well, those people that wouldn’t say so are wrong and stupid.
” Eric chuckled, “No, Haley brought this out in me.” I pointed out, “You hadn’t met her when you attempted to design an invitation for Dylan’s Christmas Party.
You tried to give him Dylanmas to distract him from the fact I was missing. ”
Eric grumbled, “That was for the good of the area. He was so damn sad and serious all the time that people were worried.” I teased, “You can say you were worried instead of people.” Eric shrugged, “I have no idea what you’re talking about.
Ben McAlister was practically on anxiety meds over it.
Chase asked what was wrong. People mentioned him being broken. ” I chuckled, “Uh huh.”
We watched our pups play until Buttercup's nap time. Buttercup grumbled, “I’m a big girl now, and I don’t need a nap.” I teased, “Yes, you are but you get grumpy without one.” Buttercup sighed, “You don’t need a monitor to watch me.” That was true but I still had one.
Eric let Wesley stay until she fell asleep. Kiara purred, “Pup is fighting her nap because she wants to see her mate.” Yeah, she was. Buttercup adored Wesley and seeing them together always made me smile. Wesley popped Eric out with a huff.
I turned to Finn saying, “We are going to see Uncle Travis.” I grabbed the monitor so I could hear Buttercup. I went out into the main room. I called, “Mom, I’m heading to Travis and Jackie's. Buttercup is down for the nap you all claim she doesn’t need.”
Mom snorted, “We claim it because it’s true.” I whispered, “I’m riding the nap train until she stops falling asleep. I don’t care if she’s twelve and we are still doing it.” Mom laughed. I told her, “I have the monitor with me, but can you keep an eye on her?”
Mom grinned, “Gladly. I’ll just get the backup monitor and hope for an early wake up.
” I snorted, “No, she’s grumpy when that happens.
” Mom winked, “Not if I’m with her.” I rolled my eyes and left the house.
Travis would help me make a plan to bring back Dylanmas. I was certain Kris was going to be key.
Flashback Ends
Emmaline pulled me back to the present, “It’s a really good plan, Lacy.
” I sighed, “Dylan will realize it was a plan.” Emmaline shrugged, “Maybe.” I gave her a look.
Emmaline smirked, “Ok, probably but he will adore that you put it all together. Now, while we wait for word, I thought we could put a sexy Christmas spin on the ending.” I laughed, “What?”
Emmaline grinned and popped me to my room. I gasped, “You got me sexy Christmas lingerie.” Emmaline giggled, “Yes, I did! I thought you could coordinate outfits for when he has a meeting about the party.”
I asked, “Do you know how meetings he will have?” Emmaline admitted, “No, but I do know that I can conjure you more outfits if necessary. You said you wanted to give him the Christmas spirit back. What’s a better way to give him his mojo back than sexy outfits?
” I laughed and began to put away the clothes.
I hugged my sister in law, “You are the best, thank you.” Emmaline replied, “I’ve got your back, and I probably understand more than most. My siblings stopped their lives because I was sent running.
I thought I was helping them, but Katie literally became a Private Investigator to find me.
They couldn't give up an apartment and all their holidays changed.”
Emmaline laughed admitting, “I even went in with Dylan on a Sonic fast food franchise because I wanted to give my siblings that tradition back. Because sure we can pop, but there’s something to say for driving to there and getting your milkshake.
So, I understand you feeling like you have to give this party back to Dylan.
” I hugged her again and tears filled my eyes.
I asked for the millionth time, “It’s a good plan, right?” Emmaline assured me, “You went over and over the plans with several Beta bloods. It’s perfect.” I admitted, “Travis brought Ben McAlister in. I wouldn’t have thought of that.”
Emmaline shrugged, “You thought to include Travis though, so you had it covered.” My phone rang. I answered, “Kris, how did it go?” Kris laughed, “Dylan’s practically singing Christmas songs and wearing bells. We are a go.”
I squealed, “It worked!” Kris boasted, “You two are perfect for each other. His eyes are sparkling and he’s delighted.
” I whispered, “Thank you for doing this.” Kris chuckled, “I didn’t do much, Lacy.
This was your plan. I’ll be a part of any think tank you put together.
It was truly an honor. I’ve got to get back to the store.
” I said, “Bye, Kris and thanks again.” Then we hung up.
I squealed and danced around. Lucas linked me, “Get to my office please.” Oh god. What? Did it not actually work? Did Dylan already give up on the idea? I ran downstairs and found Travis. Lucas asked, “Why the hell is Travis here when Dylan knew what caroler he wanted to get you?”
I looked at Travis and my eyes misted over. I whispered, “It actually worked. Dylan enacted the Christmas store plan?” Travis smirked, “He did.” I screamed, “YES!” Lucas asked, “What is going on?” I jumped and hugged Travis, then Jackie because she was up here too.
I explained, “We kind of jump started the Christmas minions in Dylan’s brain to throw the Friends Christmas Party but make it bigger. Dylanmas returns this year.” Lucas snorted, “Bigger? Are your memories of that party dwindling? Bigger, really? My god, Lacy.”
I said, “I had to give it back to him, Luc.” Lucas’s eyes softened and he came over and hugged me. Lucas whispered, “You never took Dylanmas from him.” I replied, “I heard about the drunken carolers that were placed around the pack border.”
Lucas admitted, “I wasn’t here.” Travis snorted, “I was. Eric was pissed because Dylan wasn’t paying attention to his surroundings.
The man killed rogues left and right to protect my brother.
” I snorted, “Well, said rogues had no holiday cheer, clearly.” Lucas said, “Dylan loved that Eric was out there watching over him. I’m shocked he hasn’t mentioned it in a hot second. ”
Travis snorted, “It will be in the damn toast at the party.” I admitted, “Probably but he’s planning it, so we are all going to have to attend.
” Lucas asked, “Do you think I don’t value my sanity?
Of course I’m going. If I said no Dylan would pout and change my schedule so I could be there even if I was busy. ”