As Jennifer and Colin get ready to head to Merry and Bright, CO. to talk to Angie Nicole is already out the door heading to the Town Square enjoying her birthday. She's helped a few neighbors already who wished Nicole a happy birthday and gave her money for her birthday. As Nicole gets close to the Town Square she hears a shrill voice down the block and sees Abby having a fit because Jonathan doesn't wanna take her shopping. Nicole rolled her eyes. And headed toward Jonathan and in a cheerful voice said Good Morning to Jonathan, and completely ignored Abby. "Hey Nicole. Jonathan said with a smile. Happy Birthday. Nicole smiled and said Thank you. Ignoring Abby altogether Jonathan and Nicole left and headed toward the Diner so Nicole could get her Free Chocolate Chip Muffin and a glass of milk." As Jonathan and Nicole head into the Diner Abby is not happy about Jonathan leaving her behind, and calls her friends who are on their lunch break at work and complains about Jonathan walking off with Nicole instead of taking her shopping. "Seriously Abby. Kate said You're complaining because Jonathan chose to hang out with Nicole. For Pete Sake grow up and stop acting like a baby. And with that Kate hung up her phone. As Abby stared at her phone after Kate hung up on her. She called her Dad and complained to him. Meanwhile Jennifer and Colin arrived in Merry and Bright, CO. and stood outside in front of Angie's home. Jennifer double checked to make sure she had all the proof that Cora gave her before ringing the doorbell. After a short wait the front door is opened by a red haired woman. Good morning. Colin said. Are you Angie Thomas? I am. Angie said. Can I help you both? We need to talk to you about Nicole. Jennifer said calmly. Angie opened the door wider to allow Jennifer and Colin inside. Once inside and seated on the couch with Angie seated in an armchair. "Nicole isn't home right now. Angie said What did you wanna talk to me about? Before we start Colin said Have you noticed anything different about Nicole? A few things. Angie said like the Icicle birthmark on the back of her neck, and how her eyes and voice gets all cold whenever I mention my boyfriend Robert. Jennifer relaxed and said in that case Mrs. Thomas there's something you should know. Nicole isn't her first name. Jennifer said showing Angie Stefanie's Birth Certificate from North Pole Hospital from ten years ago." Her name is Stefanie Nicole Claus. Colin said Her Mom my wife Cora and the Claus Family have been looking for her since the night she was kidnapped from the Hospital when she was a baby by my wife's ex Kevin. Colin said calmly. Angie stared in shock at the birth certificate for Stefanie Nicole Claus same birthday as today. Mrs. Thomas. Colin said did you see the man that left Stefanie on your doorstep ten years ago. I got a quick glimpse. Angie said and his truck backfired as it sped off. Jennifer pulled a picture of Kevin and his Truck out of the pictures she had and showed Angie the picture. Is this the guy? Jennifer said. That's him. Angie said. I'm sorry Jennifer said but Stefanie belongs with her True Family. Angie was shocked that Nicole was kidnapped from her Biological Mom Cora Ten years ago, but in her heart she knew that Stefanie Nicole Claus belonged with her family. Angie made the choice to let Stefanie go she was not her's to keep. Stefanie is at the Diner eating her Free Chocolate Chip Muffin and her milk that she gets every year. Angie said calmly. Tell Stefanie's Mom that I'm sorry I had no idea and to have a Merry Christmas. Thank you. Jennifer and Colin said politely as they got up to leave Angie opened the door and wished them a Merry Christmas too. Outisde Jennifer and Colin walked down the short walk way to the sidewalk. Go back to the family Jennifer said to Colin and tell them the great news, and I'll stay here and catch up with Stefanie. In a Shimmer and a Blink Colin went back to the North Pole to tell the Family the great news. Meanwhile Jennifer twirled her finger over her head and was transported to the Town Square in a Shimmering Blue light. While Jennifer made her way to the Diner Abby was still complaining to her Dad but soon Abby noticed Jennifer and her outfit. Abby. Her Dad said are you there? Yes I'm here Dad. Abby said. If your done complaining hon I have to get back to work. Ok Dad. Abby said. But what should I do about Jonathan? If he's not willing to take you shopping then just dump him. Her Dad said over the phone before hanging up. Abby hung up the phone and followed Jennifer to the Diner. Inside the Diner Jennifer made her way to Stefanie carrying a mug of hot cocoa with a candy cane in it and set it front of Stefanie and wished her a Happy Birthday. Jonathan who was sitting across from Stefanie said That looks good. It is. Jennifer said calmly. Nicole took the hot cocoa with the candy cane gave it a swirl and took a sip. The warmth of the cocoa and the mint flavor of the candy cane tasted Amazing. Nicole looked up and saw Jennifer sitting next to her. You look familiar? Nicole said calmly like from a Dream I have before my birthday. Of Santa Clause, the North Pole, your Mom, and your family? Jennifer said softly. Yes. Nicole said How did you know? Because you are Stefanie Nicole Claus from the North Pole. Jennifer said showing her the birth certificate from ten years ago. Nicole looked shocked but soon relaxed so that means your my Aunt. I am. Jennifer smiled. We've been looking for you for the past ten years. I don't understand how Stefanie ended up here in Merry and Bright, CO. Jonathan asked. In as few words as possible Jennifer explained everything. When she was done Stefanie's eyes turned a dark blue So that jerk Kevin took me away from my Mom and my family because she chose me over him? In a nutshell yes. Jennifer said. I know your not happy with what happened to you, but all that matters is that I found you and the rest of your family will be here to see you. I should go. Jonathan said calmly getting up to leave. No need. Jennifer said turning her blue eyes to Jonathan unless you wanna spend your time taking the spoiled brat behind you shopping. Jonathan turned around and saw Abby in the Diner behind him. Jonathan rolled his eyes and said Good grief. Abby walked up and placed a hand on Jonathan's upper arm to pull him to his feet. Both Jennifer and Stefanie's eyes turned dark blue and suggested to Abby to get her hands off of Jonathan. "Excuse you. Abby said rudely. Jonathan is my boyfriend and my soon to be fiance. Stefanie stood up on the table and got in Abby's face and said in a cold frosty voice When Pigs Fly you Flying Monkey. Abby was shocked at Stefanie's comment that she loosened her hold on Jonathan's upper arm enough for Jennifer to take him away from Abby. Safely away from Abby Jonathan turned to Abby and said I had no intention of asking a Spoiled brat like you to Marry me. Abby ran off as Jonathan said Merry Christmas You Filthy Animal, and A Happy New Year Too! Stefanie added Abby ran out the door and went home crying to her Dad.
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Romance and Christmas Stories.
RomanceAfter her relationship with her boyfriend ends due to his cheating Jasmine a Blond haired Beauty hopes to have a second chance at Love. A member of The Claus Family is kidnapped as a baby, but ten years later Stefanie Nicole Claus is Reunited with...
