Page 10 of Undone

Erin flipped open the pamphlet. “What kind of demos are they doing?”

When she glanced up, she saw that Cherise’s cheeks were a bit pink when the girl whispered, “Not any of those.”

Not any of those?

“Only things like?—”

Erin read the list and read a couple of things off, “Horseshoeing. Cow milking...”

“They wanted the open house to…”

Erin didn’t want her to feel uncomfortable having to explain. “I understand.” She lifted the pamphlet. “Thanks for this.”

“Free refreshments are available in the lodge. They’re taking people out on ATV and trail rides. You’re welcome to take a kayak out on the lake, too. Feel free to look around. And don’t miss the big bonfire tonight! They’ll be having a band.”

She wouldn’t be doing any of that today. Most likely never.

“Nowhere is off-limits,” Cherise continued. “Except for the second floor of The Mane Event Hall. That’s currently closed.”

“What’s on the second floor?”

That pink in her cheeks turned bright red. “I… I’m not sure. It might still be under construction.”

That was funny. The last time she talked to Ford, he told her all the projects needed to be finished before the open house. Hehad even worked longer-than-normal hours seven days a week with a large crew to get everything done on time.

She had hardly seen him in town once Dylan hired him to head all of the construction. And the few times she did see him, he looked exhausted.

“Today’s open house is to get in good with the locals, I see,” Erin murmured.

“I haven’t heard too many complaints because a lot of residents are benefitting. Even the county government.”

“Mmm hmm. Well, I guess I’ll wander around a little. This place sure has changed.”

Cherise’s smile widened. “It sure has. For the better.”

Erin would hold her opinion on that until she knew if it was true or not. She was sure, if the rumors were correct, that not all the town folks would be thrilled when they actually found out what kind of “resort” Double D Ranch was, at least, according to the rumors.

It might look family-friendly on the surface today, but there was a good reason why it was an adults-only resort.

She decided to head to the lodge first. From the outside it was gorgeous and fit into the landscape well. She couldn’t wait to see the inside.

On her trek to the lodge, she recognized just about everyone wandering around and exploring. She said endless hellos, waved to people she knew and kept a sharp eye out for Dylan or Dayne.

She planned on changing direction if she spotted either twin.

Instead, she ran into their mother, Evelyn.

“Erin! So good to see you,” she gushed, giving Erin a big hug.

Evelyn was one of the kindest women she knew. She never held it against Erin what happened between her and the woman’s son. Though, she wasn’t sure of how much Dylan told his mother.

“The lodge is gorgeous! And I didn’t even recognize this as your farm, Evelyn!”

“I know. Dylan had such a vision, and it turned out beautifully. He was lucky that Ford was available and able to gather a large enough crew to get it done in time.”

“Will you miss the dairy cows?”

Evelyn squeezed her arm. “I’m just thrilled the property is staying in the family. David would be so happy. He loved this land and his cows. I appreciated the land and loved their dad with all my heart and soul, but, truthfully, I did not love those damn fly-drawing, shit machines.”

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