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After they ate some cookies and the rest were put away on decorative plates with covers, Kaleb and Jasha went upstairs to their bedroom.
“Hey, do girls always flirt with you?”
“Yes, they do.”
“I’ll have to keep a good eye on Kira.”
“She’s harmless and scared to be here. She wants friends, that’s all.”
“We’re going to Echo Summit Adventure Mountain, so I want you to wear jeans and a sweater. Then your jacket and scarf with gloves.”
“Are we going sleigh riding?”
“Arlo and Frankie are coming. I invited the girls, but they didn’t want to go outside.”
“That’s too bad.”
“They might join us in another activity,” Kaleb said.
Once they were both bundled up in warmer clothes, they descended the stairs to find Arlo and Frankie already waiting for them. They wrapped themselves in jackets, scarves, and gloves, feeling the warmth instantly seeping into their bodies. They had to wear boots, which Kaleb had ordered for Jasha yesterday and luckily, they had arrived this morning.
“Where did those boots come from?” Jasha asked, his eyes narrowing with curiosity.
“Santa Claus dropped them off early since he heard we were going sleigh riding,” Kaleb said.
“Thank you, Santa Claus. Sorry I missed you this morning,” Jasha said.
Adam had the limousine door open for them. They filed inside and off they went to Echo Summit Adventure Mountain for a day of sleigh riding. Nestled on over forty pristine acres at the top of Echo Summit, the resort offered breathtaking views and three hills with varying degrees of slope, perfect for both beginners and advanced tubers and sledders.
Kaleb rented one sled for him and Jasha, while Arlo and Frankie took another one to share. The crisp mountain air filled Kaleb’s lungs as they positioned themselves on their sled at the top of the hill. The slope before them was a thrilling descent, promising an exhilarating ride.
“Ready, Jasha?” Kaleb asked.
Jasha nodded, gripping the sides of the sled tightly. “Ready!”
With a push, they were off, the sled gliding smoothly over the packed snow. The wind whipped past their faces as they picked up speed. The landscape blurred into a white rush. Jasha’s laughter echoed through the air, mingling with Kaleb’s shouts of joy. They navigated the twists and turns of the hill, thesled bouncing slightly over minor bumps, adding to the thrill of the ride. Arlo and Frankie were not too far behind them.
“This is great!” Jasha said as they were flying down the hill.
At the bottom, they came to a gentle stop, both of them breathless and grinning. “That was amazing!” Jasha’s cheeks flushed with excitement.
Kaleb ruffled Jasha’s hair. “You did great! Ready to go again?”
After several more runs, they took a break and headed to the cozy lodge nearby. Inside, the warmth was a welcome contrast to the chilly outdoors. They found a table and ordered hot chocolate, the rich aroma filling the air as they waited.
Kaleb took a sip of his drink and smiled at Jasha. “I’m really glad we did this. It’s nice to share these moments outside.”
Jasha nodded with his hands wrapped around his mug. “Yeah, it’s been so much fun. I love being out here with you all.”
“It’s important to make memories like these. They stay with us forever,” Kaleb said.
“I think you’re right. Thanks for bringing me here.”
Kaleb smiled warmly. “Anytime, Jasha. Anytime.”
Chapter Twenty
Jasha
