Chapter 26: Auction Your Gigis

They arrived at a bungalow not far from the center of the small town where the rodeo was held.

It was a cute little stucco house with cacti and small shrubs in the front yard. Hallie’s heart always lifted at the sight. Gigi was probably her favorite family member even though she sometimes said some crazy things.

“Why doesn’t she live with you?” Luke asked as they got out of the car.

“She’s very independent,” Hallie said proudly.

She also liked the way Gigi wasn’t stooped over or stiff like many other grandmas. She was active and full of life.

Gigi opened the door, wearing a crisp shirt and fashionable beige trousers, as well as her usual smile.

“I thought you’d be at the rodeo all day,” she said, “but it’s lovely to see you, dear. Come on in. And this is your boyfriend I’ve heard so much about! Nice to meet you.”

“Charmed,” Luke said, kissing her hand in his usual suave and debonair way.