A week and a half after the beach fiasco, Anna was grateful for a set routine. If she wasnt happy, exactly, at least she felt settled. Shed decided shed try to fly home to Wyoming for Thanksgiving, and while the holiday was still weeks away, she wanted to touch base with Janine to give her plenty of notice. Being able to cross off the days on her calendar until she went home to visit lifted her spirits somewhat.
It was mid-afternoon when she finished leading her final session for the day, so she decided to pop in to have a chat with Janine. On her way into the ranch office, she passed a shiny black SUV parked in front.
Maybe Janine has found a big donor, Anna thought hopefully. The ranch can use so many upgrades.
She pushed open the door and entered the empty office. Janine wasnt at her desk, but the door that led to the rest of the house was ajar, and Anna heard low voices.
She rapped on the doorframe. Hello? Janine?