Chapter 14
Gage walked down one of the halls at the lodge, marveling at how much the place had been transformed with a thorough cleaning and new furnishings. Marley had insisted he formally pick an opening date, so he’d finally selected the day after Christmas as the first day the slopes would be open. As much as he wanted this, the reality of his dream was hurtling toward him so fast he couldn’t quite catch up. Marley had shown him the reservation list, and he’d choked on his coffee. If it weren’t for Marley’s work on the website, Don’s steady and able help, and Delia’s energy and enthusiasm, he’d feel lost.
His phone buzzed. He tugged it out of his pocket. “Gage, here.”
“Hey man,” Aidan replied. “Do you have a minute?”
Gage picked up his pace on the way back to his office. “Yup. What
