A Cowboy Winning Her Heart: A Sweet Romance (Sweet Mountain Ranch Book 2) by Laura Haley-McNeil

Author:Laura Haley-McNeil [Haley-McNeil, Laura]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Huerfano Press, LLC
Published: 2024-09-17T00:00:00+00:00

Aaron had expected the day to drag and was surprised when the second crew arrived to take over. During his shift, the team had cleared enough of the road for the residents to leave the area. He’d texted the information to Belle. When he checked his phone an hour later, she had responded—she’d get the kids ready so they could leave when he returned to the cabin.

He told the captain that he’d drive Belle and her kids to the inn in town, then return the following morning. On his drive back to the cabin, he texted his mother so she’d know the crew’s progress.

If Belle wants to stay in town, she and her children are welcome to stay at the ranch, his mother had texted. They had planned to spend the summer at her family’s cabin. We have plenty of room here. The kids might like that.

He tried to ignore the heaviness settling in his chest. He liked that idea. Would Belle? She seemed anxious to leave, and he didn’t blame her. She’d had enough excitement for one summer.

I’ll ask and let you know.

He wouldn’t ask Belle with a text. He wanted to talk to her. He hoped she’d agree.

When he hiked up the driveway to his cabin, he was surprised to see Belle and her children playing a game on the wide front porch. The kids rushed down the front steps to welcome him back while they asked one question after another.

Having the kids excited to see him opened a yearning in his heart. He hadn’t realized what it would feel like to have a family greet him when he returned home. He liked seeing the light in her children’s eyes.

And in Belle’s eyes. She didn’t look disappointed.

“We’re having meatloaf,” Lyle announced as Aaron climbed the front steps. The boy was flushed with excitement.

Aaron laughed. Their day must have been boring if he was excited enough to announce the menu.

“And chocolate chip cookies.” Kelsey stood next to her brother.

That sounded exciting.

“I can’t say no to meatloaf and chocolate chip cookies.” His stomach rumbled reminding him that though he’d eaten plenty, he’d worked hard and was starving now.

“Sorry about the onslaught.” Belle tipped her head as if explaining kids will be kids.

“After shoveling all day, greeting committees are a welcomed sight,” he said. The light in her eyes was almost enough to make him forget his exhaustion. “I’ll change, then come down and help.”

“Everything’s ready,” she said, her smile soft. “We were just waiting for you. Thanks for keeping us updated about the progress you and the crew made.”

“Glad to do it.” He wanted to tell her about his mother’s invitation, but he’d wait until they had a moment alone. “Be right back.”

She nodded. A swallow slid down her throat. He wondered at her solemn look, but he’d have that answer soon enough.

The opportunity to discuss his mother’s invitation came after dinner while he helped Belle clean the kitchen. Her kids were in the living room setting up a game.

“Mom texted me today.

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