“No, not savin’ it for anyone,” Rio said defensively. “Just need to get some stuff done before goin’ over to The Waterin’ Hole and don’t want to have to take a shower again.”
Rio wondered why he was making up such a story. Am I saving it?
Sonny accepted Rio’s excuse, finished undressing, and stepped into the shower.
Rio stared at his reflection in the mirror. He always looked forward to going to the saloon with the guests, but tonight there was an added excitement. He suspected, no he knew—he couldn’t kid himself anymore—that it had something to do with Mark. He took a deep breath and finished shaving.
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Rio walked into The Watering Hole. He didn’t want to appear too anxious to get there, so he’d delayed his arrival. He looked around the room already crowded with guests and staf
