Page 77 of No Love Lost

CC looked around the paddock and sighed before looking back at Garrett. “Got some news. Good for me. Crap for you.”

The man was always a straight shooter.

“I’ve sold the place. Got an offer I couldn’t resist. Well, I could have, but Kath would have killed me. Some developers want the land, and they’re willing to pay top dollar. The deal won’t go through for a couple of months yet, but we’re closing up. It shouldn’t be too hard to sell off the stock. Didn’t want you to hear it from anyone else. I’ll write you a letter of recommendation. Couldn’t ask for a better man with training the animals.”

The man’s eyes were misty with tears. Garrett’s entire body had frozen with shock and sadness. After the Army, he hadn’t thought to find a place that fit, but this one had been pretty close. Now, it was gone, too.

Just like every other place he’d ever been.

CC slapped him on the back, and his voice was husky when he spoke. “I’d like you to stay on until the sale, but if you find something else, I’ll understand. You’re a miracle worker with these horses, and I know you’ll find a new position in no time. Anyone would be lucky to have you.”

CC pressed his fingers to the bridge of his nose and drew in a deep breath. “Okay. That’s all I had to say. Thanks, Garrett.”

Then CC hopped on his horse and headed away, leaving Garrett standing in the dust at the edge of the paddock. Alone.

Again.

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