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strange things, but never commented on them.
    He smiled. “No. Watching the horses. How’s everything going?”
    “Did you see my leave request?”
    He nodded and stroked his chin feeling the beginnings of a beard. Maybe I’ll let it grow this time. “I did. You trying to escape this wonderland and go off to some tropical paradise? Or has Simpson finally won you over?”
    She gave him a sly smile. “Well, he did up his offer last time I saw him.” He crossed his arms over his chest. “And what did you say? Do I lose you?” Gina remained silent, forcing him to wait. Then again, they had been playing this little game for years now. Miles Simpson was a rancher a few towns over who continually tried to steal her away.
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    “Well I told him that once hell froze over then sure, I’d take him up on his offer, but that’d be a very long time. Come on. You know I’d never leave you. My sister’s getting married. I’m the Maid of Honor.”
    “Well that’s wonderful. Why didn’t you tell me earlier?” Landon asked.
    She shrugged. “Didn’t think you’d care. I’ve noticed you’ve been preoccupied recently. You’ve been away a lot and lately you’ve been getting all these creases next to your eyes. It’s ahh…something I’ve noticed over the years. Is everything okay between you and Wyatt?”
    He struggled to keep a straight face. Sometimes he wished he’d never let Wyatt talk him into letting Gina think they were together. His right hand was an attractive woman and there was more than once he thought about asking her out, but because he was supposed to be gay, that ruse wouldn’t work. So he played along, but he knew she had a crush on him. “I’ve had a lot on my mind. That’s all. Things this time of year make me tense with the weather being so unpredictable and all. Twister season blows in fast. I want to be sure we have all the necessary provisions on hand, in case something happens, so that the horses are safe. Things between Wyatt and me are fine.
    Thank you for asking.”
    She ran her hand over a blanket. Her brows furrowed and she chewed on her lip.
    The Jeep engine gunned to life in the driveway. He glanced out the window and saw his fellow rider dressed to cause trouble. I hope he’s not going to get into anything tonight.
    That’s all I need is to bail him out of jail again because he gets into another fight.
    “Well, I assume it’s okay for me to take the days off?” Landon focused back on Gina. “Yeah. Please take as long as you like. We can handle things. We did before you came on board.”
    “Thanks.” She left the room, but then popped her head back through the open doorway. “You sure everything’s okay with Wyatt? I know it’s none of my business, but I’ve noticed he’s been going out a lot. He’s not messing around on you is he? I wouldn’t want to see you hurt. If you ever need to talk, I’m here. After all these years, I’d hope that you know you can confide in me.”
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    “I do. And I appreciate that. Wyatt does things to his own beat. No matter what I do, I don’t control him. I can caution him, but he thinks he’s hot shit. He has to find his own way. If that means exploring other avenues then so be it.”
    “So you’re telling me that he’s not sure if he’s gay and he’s out trolling for women?”
    He chuckled. “You could say that. He and I have an understanding. Don’t worry about it and if you happen to find someone in the house…well just keep an eye out.”
    “You’re the boss. But he shouldn’t be treating you that way.” He strolled over and kissed her cheek. “I might be the boss, but I value your opinion.” He went past her and headed toward the house. When he got to the driveway, the rubber from where Wyatt had peeled out darkened the asphalt. He sighed and walked into the house looking forward to fixing a good meal and relaxing.
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Chapter Four
    George squinted at the computer screen. Her eyes hurt from staring