Laura woke up early, as Marco's absence didn't let her sleep any longer. She spent the morning in the greenhouse; Pedro had brought her new rose bushes and succulents. That activity was a kind of therapy, keeping her calm. She was tending to them when Berta appeared at the door.
"Miss, there are two young men asking for work."
"And I'm supposed to handle that?"
"You're the ranch owner; when Mr. Marco isn't here, you need to answer on his behalf. The young men came for next week's rodeo and need shelter and housing until then."
"Is Pedro around?"
"In the stable."
"Can you ask someone to call him?"
"Of course."
When Pedro appeared, she gave him a smile; she had a fondness for that young man. She didn't have any brothers and saw him as a younger brother. Besides, she saw honesty in hi
