Chapter Nine
The big picture window of the bedroom looked out to the front of the ranch. Instead of gray buildings, Charlotte saw the beauty of the Montana skyline stretched out before her. Instead of horns honking or feet stomping from above, she heard nothing but the serenity of nature. It was music to her ears.
And it was all hers. There was even a door. With tentative fingers, Charlotte reached for the door handle. She gave it a shove. It moved forward until the door closed with a snick.
She was all alone. All by herself. In a room she didn't have to share with anyone. In a room where the clanging of pots and pans wouldn't wake her. She could even sleep in the middle of the day if she wanted.
It was heaven. It was hers. With only one catch.
Collin.
She had to marry Collin.
She c
