Chapter 4The ranch came into view. Even knowing it was deserted, it was a welcome sight for Adam. Although a seasoned rider, his body ached, and he was more than ready to get off his horse and rest. There was no rush once they reached it. They could poke around the ranch, sleep indoors for the first time in a few nights, and then head into town the next day.
Buzzard Hill hardly sounded the most welcoming of towns, given its name, but he’d heard worse. He and Madison would make it known they were looking for wrangling work before heading out to the occupied ranches. He licked his lips. A beer would be good, too.
They passed through a dilapidated gate and rode into the ranch proper. Dismounting, Adam stretched his aching muscles and bones while Madison tethered both horses to a rail next t
