“You’ve got that covered, Cece,” Rebecca said. “Maybe two witches is one too many.”
Everyone turned to her in surprise. Usually, Sarah did the talking for them. Rebecca’s pleasure at coming up with a good one was easy to see. When Sarah held up her hand for a high five, all three of them celebrated.
Even Cece seemed impressed. “I can’t tell you my theme, of course. That would give you an unfair advantage.”
Jen nodded. “Sure, and I’ve already got one of those. Millions in the bank is such an unfair advantage.” Her breathy sigh was so satisfying.
Then she blinked innocently around the table and held up her hand for her own high five. Rebecca and Sarah were grinning as they answered.
Cece rolled her eyes. “Oh, sure, dumb luck can compare to hard work.”
“About as much as marrying rich does,” Sarah said slowly. Then she held up her hand. The high fives were raining down as Cece stepped back from the table.
“Fine. The entry form is on the back. As you know, Rebecca, all the money we raise goes to help the fire and police departments buy gifts and food at Christmas for our town’s less fortunate families.” Cece slyly smiled. “I will refrain from mentioning who at this table could have qualified for that in the past or...even right now.”
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