94Later, Noah drove Becca to the inn, with the promise that he'd return later in the afternoon with a surprise, if she had the time.
“I'll just be painting when you get back.”
“Wear your jeans.”
“Are we going to clean up the river again?”
“Not today. That's on Tuesday.”
“So, you have a very tight schedule, it seems. If I may ask, who's taking care of the cows?” She raised her eyebrows playfully.
“They're pretty self-sufficient, most of the time. And I have a hired hand, so please don't worry about my beautiful, pampered bovines.”
When Becca walked into the lodge, Walt and Gaby were sipping coffee. They couldn't help but grin when they saw her.
“Did we not discuss your curfew, young lady?” Gaby broke into a laugh.
Becca blushed.
“Leave the woman alone, Gaby.” Walt rose and kissed
