Chapter 122: In a Fishbowl

Back at the ranch, Poppy took advantage of the huge master shower while Hunter saw to a few ranch matters that needed his attention. Afterward, while he cleaned up for dinner, Poppy took care of some emails that had come in during their ride in the mountains.

When they were both ready, Poppy insisted on stopping at the barn to see how the mother and calf were getting along. Which was swimmingly. Hunter commented that they’d be ready to join the rest of the herd in the next day or so. Poppy snapped a few pictures then took Hunter’s hand and the pair headed for his big black Expedition.

Country music played quietly in the background on the half-hour ride into McFall. By the time they drove into town, the sun had set. The parking lot at the North Star was about half-full. Hunter managed to find a spot near the end of the first row.

“Hang on,” he said as he turned off the ignition. “I’ll get your door.”