“Oh, Wyatt.” I didn’t know what to say. What his father did was wrong, but knowing he hadn’t meant to hurt Wyatt helped—a lot.
“He’s ashamed.” He cleared his throat. “That’s what Sheriff Hodge says. That’s why he doesn’t want to see me.”
“Makes sense.” I looked up at him, needing to see his face. “I’m sorry. But I’m also really relieved.”
His brown eyes bore into mine, understanding. “I am too.”
“What does this mean…for your dad, I mean?”
He frowned. “Two years in prison. Maybe longer, since he’s had some trouble before.”
His father would miss so much—Wyatt’s graduation, going off to college, his rodeos, his life…
“I’m so sorry, Wyatt.” My heart ached for him. I brushed my fingers along his jaw, into his hair. “You okay?”
“I’ve been better. But I’ve been worse, too.” He smiled, leaning into my hand. “Guess I’m just glad I didn’t have to turn him in.”
I nodded. I knew how much that had been weighing on him. No son should be put in that position. “I wish there was something I could do…or say. Something to make it better.”
His gaze traveled over my face. “Tell me you love me.”
“I love you, Wyatt,” I said, stroking his cheek.
He covered my hand with his. “That’s all I need.” He tilted my face back, locking our gazes. “Knowing that is enough. You are enough.” There was no doubt in his voice. What he said was simple fact. His smile, his dimples, had my heart thudding. “I’m here, with you, until you don’t want me around anymore.”
Not want him? “Never gonna happen,” I admitted softly.
His laugh was gentle, maybe even a little relieved. “That’s what I was hoping you’d say.”
That was when I understood. He loved me the way I loved him—completely. It was necessary. It was right. We were right.
“You know,” my voice was high, full of happiness as I slid my arms around his neck, “a kiss would be nice too, cowboy.”
He smiled, his arms pulling me against him. “Yes, ma’am.”
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Marilyn Tucker, Jolene Navarro, Joni Hahn, and Storm Navarro, you guys gave me the courage to write Allie and Wyatt’s story. I’m so glad you told me to keep at it!
Grace Coronado, I love your keen eyes. Your enthusiasm over this book and your excitement over Dax and Molly’s story is a fantastic motivator.
Stephanie Lawton – thank you for reading and putting your name on my first YA!
Thank you Inkspell Publishing! Melissa Keir and Shilpa Mudaganti, your belief in my stories keeps me writing. Deb Anderson – you rock the edits.
Thank you to my family—I am so blessed. Jakob, you make me laugh when I need it most. Kaleb, you give the best cuddles and encouragement—even when I know you’d rather being doing something else.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sasha is part gypsy. Her passions have always been storytelling, history, romance, and travel. She writes fantasy, contemporary, sci-fi, and YA romance. Her first play was written for her Girl Scout troupe. She's been writing ever since. She loves getting lost in the worlds and characters she creates; even if she frequently forgets to run the dishwasher or wash socks when she's doing so. Luckily, her family is super understanding and supportive.
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