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  Wrath, Ghost, Rock, Tracker, Raider, Fargo, Gunner, Moses, and Fuse showed up most of the Saturdays the children were present. This weekend, Banner and several of the new men made the trip to the ranch.

  Wrangler had brought Becca and Jamie to the ranch the weekend after Jamie’s rescue. His parents knew about their grandson, but had yet to meet him. The introductions had been emotional and tear-filled, without any recriminations from Stuart or Belinda.

  “Jamie loves it here. And he loves his grandparents.” Becca leaned into Wrangler, trying to ignore the pang of regret. “I should’ve called them ten years ago. I’m so sorry I didn’t.”

  Cupping her cheek with one hand, he swept a kiss over her lips. “Remember our promise?”

  “Yes. No more looking back, only forward.”

  “And?”

  She grinned at the smirk on his face. “We’re in this for the long run.”

  “That’s right. When you’re ready, sweetheart, I want us to marry.”

  “I know, Quinn. It’s just—”

  He silenced her with a finger over her lips. “There’s no rush. You’ve already made significant changes. Let go of your apartment, moved into my house and my bed…”

  Shoving at his chest, she laughed. “All were horrible sacrifices.”

  “All right, you two.” Ghost stopped next to them. “We need Wrangler with the children, and Dani says Belinda wants Cara’s and Becca’s help in the kitchen.” He looked toward the corral where Jamie and several other children groomed horses. “He’s doing great. Takes after me when it comes to horses.”

  Before Wrangler could counter, Rock and Tessa drove up with their son, Travis, and a woman he didn’t recognize. “Who’s with them, Ghost?”

  “A friend of Cara’s from San Diego. Tessa also knows her from professional conferences. I heard she’s a pediatrician. Tessa didn’t have a need for another doctor, but mentioned an opening at one of the larger practices in Liberty Lake. Cara called her. Dani said she’s been out a couple times to speak with the doctors in the practice, confirming she’ll have staff privileges at the hospital. Dani heard she accepted the position here and has given notice in San Diego.”

  “That’s great news,” Becca said. “Cara mentioned her, but I haven’t met her.”

  “I’d better see if they need help.” Ghost left them, walking to the truck. “Glad you guys could make it.” He took Travis in his arms. “Hey, buddy. You’re getting way too big.”

  Giggling, he pointed toward the barn. “Horses!”

  Handing Travis to his father, Ghost turned toward the corrals. “Full house today. Some of the kids are already asking for you, Rock.”

  “Guess I’d better get working. See you ladies in a bit.” Setting Travis down, he and Ghost headed toward the barn.

  Tessa took her son’s hand and looked at the woman. “Come on. I’ll introduce you to the others before they get too busy. Most of them will be riding out with the kids in about half an hour.”

  She walked to a group of men watching the children finishing grooming. “Hey, guys. Come over. I want to introduce you to a friend.” As they gathered around, she waved at a man on the other side of the corral. “Tracker. Over here.

  “This is Dr. Juliana Stanifer. She’s a friend of Cara and me, and has accepted a position with a clinic in Liberty Lake. Julia is a pediatrician.”

  Tessa went around the group, making introductions. As she finished, Tracker jogged up. Removing his Stetson, he lifted his gaze to meet the woman’s. They both froze, her face going pale.

  “Tracker, this is—”

  Tracker cut her off. “Hello, Julia. It’s been a long time.”

  Swallowing the rising bile, she took a step away, turning toward Tessa. “I’m sorry, but I shouldn’t be here.”

  Brows furrowing, Tessa looked between her and Tracker. “I don’t understand. Do you two know each other?”

  Taking a small step closer, Tracker stopped a few feet away. “We used to, but it’s been a long time.”

  “Not long enough. If you’ll excuse me, I need to call a taxi.” Reaching into a pocket, she pulled out her phone.

  “Don’t go, Julia. I’ll be leaving with a group of children in a few minutes. When we return, I’ll head home. There’s no reason to leave because of me.”

  Staring at him for several long moments, Julia slid the phone back into her pocket, pinning him with an unyielding glare. “Let me be real clear on this. I have no desire to see, talk to, or be within miles of you, Nate.”

  Shoving his hands into his pockets, he glanced away for an instant before meeting her gaze. What he saw triggered a swift stab of pain, as if he’d been impaled with a sword. Where he once saw love, now there was only disgust and hate. He didn’t blame her.

  “All right, Julia.” Without another word, he turned, walking away from the only woman he would ever love.

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  Untamed, Book Four

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  Table of Contents

  Chapter One

  Chapter Two

  Chapter Three

  Chapter Four

  Chapter Five

  Chapter Six

  Chapter Seven

  Chapter Eight

  Chapter Nine

  Chapter Ten

  Chapter Eleven

  Chapter Twelve

  Chapter Thirteen

  Chapter Fourteen

  Chapter Fifteen

  Chapter Sixteen

  Chapter Seventeen

  Chapter Eighteen

  Chapter Nineteen

  Chapter Twenty

  Chapter Twenty-One

  Chapter Twenty-Two

  Chapter Twenty-Three

  Chapter Twenty-Four

  Chapter Twenty-Five

  Chapter Twenty-Six

  Chapter Twenty-Seven

  Chapter Twenty-Eight

  Epilogue

  About the Author

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