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A world he knew and loved had forgotten him

Now, he spent his days leading the guests on cattle runs in thetheuest ranch was not his endga in his dues to make this new venture a success, then he’delse with a hell of a lot more excitement

He missed the roar of the crowd The silence of his days was the hardest

“Be safe out there”

Nash pulled hiet and turned toward the sweet, soft voice

Jenny Blackshaw, histo uests Especially considering they ate at her dinner table when meals were served at the ranch

Nash approached, holding the reins lightly in one hand At one point, there had been discussions about building a dining hall, but the personal invite into the house had been soave the place a more authentic feel A true Colorado cowboy adventure That ended the talk of the dining hall, and the chefs hired to cook settled right into Mo out of her way as much as possible

After losing Dad, she appeared to like the company

Ma’s tender blue eyes were on Nash when he settled in front of her She was quite a bit shorter than his six-foot-two stature Her long salt-and-pepper hair was always pulled back into a neat bun “Got any plans today?” he asked

“Fussing around town is all” She kissed his cheek “You be safe too Don’t be brave If Bentley tries to kill you, run”

Nash laughed “He’s already done his best to kill me, and I’m not dead yet” He slid the reins over Bentley’s head then mounted him Bentley walked forward a few steps before Nash settled into place, pulling him to a stop

A quick study of the group showed the guests were all on their o Nash noted the few other Blackshaw Cattle cowboys waiting quietly off to the side “Is everyone ready?” Nash asked the guests

“Ready,” they said in unison

“I think we can do better than that Are you ready?” he asked, louder this time

Again, in unison, they yelled, “Ready”