The Preacher's Faith (Red River Romance Book 1) by McAdoo Caryl

Author:McAdoo, Caryl [McAdoo, Caryl]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Published: 2015-01-19T16:00:00+00:00

TEN

How could she not kiss him goodnight? It had been a fun day. With his promise of an extra early start and a sweet prayer together, she sent him on his way. That night, after she finally got into bed, she flirted with the possibility of actually marrying the man. What would it be like to not have to say goodbye at the end of every day?

Was Asa Davidson her new best friend? Seemed like it, she definitely enjoyed his company. Would he think her a bad bed partner? Her mother and Aunt Iris claimed as much with all her tossing, turning, and kicking. Would it be strange sleeping with someone? That question and more swirled as she finally drifted off.

She jerked upright, startled, and patted the bed next to her. The newborn’s whimper faded; he wasn’t there. It had only been a dream. No husband, no baby in a bassinet. Bless God, except it seemed so real. Him in bed with her, whew. She flopped back down, gathered her extra pillow, and snuggled her face into it.

Too soon, Roscoe crowed about the new day, except still the middle of the night. Oh, that nasty-mouthed rooster. Just once, she’d love for him to let her sleep past four. She should get a new, quieter one and cook Roscoe for dinner. She smiled. Though she often threatened, she would never really want to eat him. Even if Aunt Iris claimed old roosters tasted best.

Asa showed early as promised, bragged on her and her cooking, did the dishes while she saw to her daddy, then got after chores with vim and vigor. If he kept this up, she’d have to marry him. What a blessing to have his help and strength. She sure could get used to it, but then would he really want to keep the ranch operational? Sounded like it wasn’t really in his plans. Perhaps she should have another, more detailed discussion about the future.

A bit before the sun reached full-on to the barn’s row of skylights, he hefted a square bale, carried it to the end of the hall, and peeled off half the sheaths. While she hayed her side, he filled the stalls’ racks on his, then looked around. “What’s next?”

“You hungry?”

“I could eat; is there anything else we need to do before the new trainees get here?”

“Thought we might grab a bite before the new gang arrives. I think we’re in good shape.”

Like the driver practiced sadism, he arrived just before she reached the front porch. Oh well. “Will you check on Daddy, Asa, see if he wants a snack? Then you can come help.”

He grinned. “Sure, be pleased to.”

She returned his smile. “Thanks, partner.”

“Hey, lady, where you want me?”

She nodded toward the barn. “Pull around to the north side. We’ll unload them there.”

By the time the second colt trotted into his new home, Asa showed, but seemed almost as green as the horses. Bless his heart, he looked totally uncomfortable unloading the skittish young animals. No doubt they sensed his apprehension and acted all the worse for him.

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