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“It’s such a beautiful cabin,” she commented.

“I don’t understand why they don’t just live here full time. They’re here more than they’re at home.”

“They probably enjoy the escape from everyday life. Clifton may be convenient, but Kalispell is much more peaceful.”

Grady glanced at her with a smile. “I suppose that’s true. At least we didn’t have to fly to get here.”

“I thought you enjoyed flying?”

“I do, as long as I’m the one doing the flying.”

Savannah chuckled. “Oh, I see. You like being in charge.”

“Exactly, and you’d best remember that.” He laughed when she snorted.

“Yeah, sure.”

“I knew I was talking out my ass on that one.” He shook his head.

“I’m excited to meet your dad. Your mom is lovely.”

“They both are.”

“So, why did they move to Clifton?”

Grady shrugged. “It’s like most people who visit Clifton, they fell in love with it. They came to see me and make sure I was doing what I love, and once I showed them around town, they decided to move from Missoula. They adore Clifton, but on the way back to home, they decided to travel to Kalispell and fell in love with that area too. When they saw this place up for sale, they knew they had to snag it.”

“I bet it looks stunning when it snows.”

“It does. They always spend Christmas here.” He pulled the truck into the driveway. “Ready?”

“Absolutely.”

Grady grinned. “Let’s go inside, baby. My dad can’t wait to meet you.”

He opened his door, got out, and then walked around to her side to open the door for her. After taking her hand, he led her to the back entrance, but it swung open before he could even knock.

“Grady!” His mother enveloped him in a hug, then did the same with Savannah. “It’s so good to see you again, Vanna.”

Savannah hugged her back tightly. “You too, Lena.”

“Come on in.” They entered the kitchen. “Vic! We have visitors,” she called out.

An older version of Grady walked into the room, looked at his son, and shook his head.

“Grady isn’t a visitor.” Then he turned to face Savannah. “But this lovely lady definitely is. Hi there, honey. I’m Vic, Grady’s dad.” He gave her a warm embrace, making her laugh.

“It’s nice to meet you, Mr. Henderson.”

“Please, call me Vic. You’re just as pretty as Lena described.” He glanced at his son. “What does she see in you?”

Grady chuckled. “I still haven’t figured that out.”

“And you never will,” Savannah teased.

Vic laughed. “I had a feeling you finally found a woman who could put you in your place.” He winked at Lena. “Just like I did.”

Lena shook her head as Vic spoke. “You’re just saying that because I’m standing here, aren’t you?”

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