Part 589

Sarah spent the morning with her sisters-in-law and Becca planning for the wedding giving Howie a chance to talk to Kryss without Sarah around. 

“Is it set?” he asked anxiously as he pulled her into the kitchen. 

Kryss smiled, “Right down to the kitchen being stocked.  Lorraine will be in touch to decorate the house for Christmas.” 

Excitedly, Howie hugged her.  “Thank you!” 

“You’re welcome.” 

“How long are you going to be around?” 

“At least through Saturday.” 

“Cool!  Sarah will talk to you about the job before we leave.” 

“How do you know she’ll even like it?” 

Howie smiled, “I know my wife.  Besides, she lost a bet and has already agreed to hire you.” 

“How is she with it?” 

“She’s fine, Kryss.  So tell me, what’s up with you and Dusty?” 

From behind, Sarah said, “Yeah, what’s up with you and my brother?” 

“’Angel’, all the arrangements set?” Howie greeted her with a kiss. 

“Yeah.  So, what’s going on with you and my brother?” pressed Sarah.  She wasn’t letting this go. 

“I don’t know right off.  We met the other day…when I first got here and things just sorta took off.  He’s a really sweet guy and I’d like to get to know him but…” 

“But what?”  asked Howie. 

Kryss cast her eyes down as she said, “But not if it’s a problem with you, Sarah.” 

Realizing Kryss thought she disapproved, Sarah quickly said, “It’s definitely NOT a problem for me.  I love my brother dearly but ever since his first wife died, he’s been miserable.  Seeing him with you and happy is wonderful.” 

“Dusty told me about her…Tammy.  I promise to be good to him.” 

“I’m not worried.  Actually, I’m glad you’re here.  Are you still out of a job?” 

“Sorta.”

“How about coming to work for me…as my personal assistant?” 

Kryss let out the breath she’d been holding.  “I’d love to!” 

“Cool!  Now maybe my husband will stop worrying so much.  We’ll get together later about the details.” 

“Okay.” 

“’Angel’, we need to get going to the house.” 

“Kryss, we’ll see you later?” 

“Yeah, I’ll be here until Saturday and then Dusty is flying back to Orlando with me.  Sarah, thank you!” 

“No problem.  We’ll talk later…I promise.” 

With that, Sarah and Howie let everyone know that they were headed to their house for the afternoon and then they were gone.

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