Oh rick why did you stop by I asked? Rick said can we talk outside ? Sure I said . Once we were outside Rick lowered his voice and said I stopped b... to tell you Shelly got back in town today and she is looking for you. I didn't need to hear that Rick I said with a hint of anger . I am not mad at you Rick sorry it's just you know the whole story and what happened between me and Shelly and I no longer want anything to do with her.Well she is bound to find out where you live now so I. ”“Got it boss,” the men replied confidently before heading off to their various posts.“I hope to God this works,” I said toClydeafter everyone had left.He was still cleaning the lunch dishes.“It’s a good plan Buck,” he smiled reassuringly. “I’m more worried about crossing my chuck wagon than your goddamned cattle.”I laughed and patted the old man on the back, knowing this was his way of subtly bringing his issue to my attention. “Don’t worry about that. The boys want to keep their food and. She was laughing as she taunted me. I feigned defeat until she leaned in close to stick her tongue out at me, then I broke free and moved backwards off the couch onto the floor. She came with me, and we ended up in the same position, but with her arms under my neck. I instinctively reached up and put my arms around her, conscious suddenly of the beautiful woman pressed against me and the sweet smell of her shampoo as her hair surrounded my face. She made a gentle noise, and laid her head on my. I have lived with him for 18 years. I just still get disappointed. I mean he has left me here on my own with you three. You could be serial killers. Yet he is messaging you and hasn't even text me to see if I am ok." Are you angry with him or sad for yourself?" I enquire."Both. If he wasn't such a good father to the k**s. I probably wouldn't be with him. I just want to feel respected." You want to feel like a lady." I say."Yes exactly. And with him I only ever feel like a mum, or a pawn in his.