Chapter 23
As I climb out of my truck, I glance back at Tally. She’s nearly bouncing in her seat she’s so excited. I smile to myself as I walk around to the passenger door and open it.
“Ready?” I ask and take her hand in mine.
“Yep.” She grins.
Her eyes widen as we enter the stable, and she sees just how nice it is. From the outside, it looks like a simple barn, but on the inside, it’s beautiful, with shaved wooden posts and cedar stalls, all of which have been lacquered to a lustrous sheen. Mr. Taggert has spared no expense for his horses. But, to be fair, he has made good money off them.
“It’s so big,” Tally says. She turns in a slow circle, her eyes scanning over her surroundings. A gentle huff catches her attention. Tally turns and sees Rosa, a beautiful bay mare, sticking her hea
