Chapter 35

Austin

I did it! After several hours of stressful work, I purchased all the horses, and we are now on our way back to my farm to unload them. I had set out to save Ryder and Levi from being separated from each other, and I was successful in my mission. I am a proud “boy mom”, and another one on the way. I am also unconventionally engaged, and I just texted mom to let her know to come over to the farm. I can’t wait to see the look of surprise and joy on her face that I know will be there. I am looking forward to spending some time with the family, unloading the horses, and celebrating with the boys.

When Cortland and I finally arrived home, we were relieved to see that our moms were already there, just getting out of their vehicle. It was perfect timing! My Mom looked over at us, then all the trailers that were loaded up, and gave us an approving nod. It had been a long day and we were both tired from the lengthy drive, but we had made it.

“Looks like you got a few horses,” Mom says.

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