Always by Leeanna Morgan

Author:Leeanna Morgan [Morgan, Leeanna]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Rogan Press

Chapter 15

Grant stepped inside Charlie’s Bar and Grill with Mallory. Country music played on the jukebox and a few couples were dancing. “Where would you like to sit?”

She pointed to some booths on the far side of the room. “It might be a little quieter over there.”

They chose a table and took off their jackets.

He handed her a menu. “You seem happier than when I left you on Sunday.”

“I’m trying my best to stay positive. Tess has been great and I’ve appreciated your phone calls.”

“How is Tank working out?”

“It felt strange to start with, but he’s a nice person. The staff at the hospital are impressed with my bodyguard.”

“He’ll keep you safe.”

Mallory’s smile slipped. “I know he will, but it’s not easy. I’ve been worried about what’s going to happen next. For the last three days I’ve been looking over my shoulder, waiting for the person who broke into my home to do something. I just want all of this to be finished.”

“I know you do.”

Mallory rubbed her forehead. “It could get a lot worse before it gets better.”

Grant reached out and held her hand. “Why don’t you take some time off work? With the police and Fletcher Security working on Simon’s files and your burglary, it won’t be long until they’ve got the answers they need.”

“If I did that it would be worse. I need something to keep me busy.”

“You still need to spend a day with me on my ranch. Why don’t you come and stay with me after the Winter Festival? I’ve got plenty of spare bedrooms and the ranch hands aren’t far away. I could take you back to Tess’ home on Sunday evening.”

Doubt clouded Mallory’s eyes. “I don’t want to put you in any danger. If something happens on your ranch, we’re a long way from Bozeman.”

Grant leaned forward. “I have enough security hooked up to deter even the most seasoned bad guy. But I don’t think the person trying to scare you is particularly bad.”

Mallory frowned. “Why not?”

“Breaking into your home wasn’t the worst thing someone could do to scare you.”

“You need to read the full report John gave us. Juan Garcia knows how to scare people. He evicted a whole village to make way for the resort he was building with Simon’s parents.”

“If that’s the case, John was right. The CIA need to be involved. Is your family okay?”

“I called Mom and Dad last night and told them someone broke into my house. They were glad I’m staying with Tess.”

“Did you tell them about the files in Simon’s account?”

“No. But I asked them to let me know if anything strange happens. I don’t want to worry them.” Mallory fell silent when a waitress stopped beside their table.

After they’d placed their dinner and drink orders, she sighed. “Tell me about you. What was it like being in the military?”

Grant shrugged. “I was proud to serve my country but, at times, it felt like the loneliest career in the world. The guys in my team became my family.

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