Hero for Hire
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“Who’s that with your dad?” I asked.
“That is a very good question.” Maisie cut me a sideways glance before walking over to the truck.
“Maisie. Jamey. This here is Judith. She’s my, uh, friend.”
I found seeing Charles Holtz looking anything besides strong and confident both amusing and comforting.
Maisie got over her shock and welcomed the woman with a warm smile and even a hug. I guess after twenty years, it was nice for her to see her dad with someone who made him happy.
“Nice to meet you.” I stepped forward and shook Judith’s hand.
“Nice to meet you too. I’m a big fan.” She pumped my hand before stepping closer to Charles.
She was maybe fifty and pretty. I daresay hot too, in cowboy boots and tight jeans.
I shot Charles an approving glance that had him rolling his eyes before he pulled me off to the side.
While Maisie took Judith inside to see the facilities, Charles said, “I know it’s a few months off yet, but do you think it would be okay if I brought Judith to your movie premiere?”
“Wow. Things are serious.” My words earned me the lift of a brow and I added, “Of course. You are more than welcome to bring her as your date.”
“Thanks,” he said gruffly. “And thanks for what you did for Dusty too. He might be a dick, but he is the kid’s father.”
As part of my plan to embrace my enemies, I’d extended beyond the list of paparazzi and included Dusty.
“We needed some extras with rodeo experience so I gave casting his name. No big deal.” I shrugged.
“It was a huge deal to him and to Charlie. After what he did to you, selling you out to the press, I wouldn’t have been surprised if you’d beat the shit out of him. And instead you went and gave him an incredible opportunity. You were the bigger, better man and I want you to know I appreciate it.”
“Thank you, sir.”
He accepted my thanks with a nod and moved to walk away toward the two women who were now petting Violet while an excited Charlie sat on the grass with the dog.
I took a step after him and reached out for his shoulder. “Sir. Before you go. Can I ask you something?”
He turned back. “Sure.”
Swallowing hard, I suddenly found it hard to breathe. Not because I was unsure. Hell, I’d never been more sure of anything in my life. More because of the enormity of this single step I was about to take by asking this one question of the father of the woman I loved.
I didn’t have much experience with fathers. At least not with any other than the foster care variety and that had been a mixed bag that would stick with me forever. This man in front of me could become the closest thing I’d ever had to a real dad, and that felt more overwhelming than asking Maisie to marry me.
I drew in and let out a breath. “Sir, I would be honored if you would allow me to ask for your daughter’s hand in marriage.”
His bark of a laugh against my jangled nerves had me jumping—and a little scared—until he said, “Of course, you can. What the hell, boy? You’re as pale as a ghost and look as if you’re about to pass out. Did you think I’d say no?”
“I don’t know.” I laughed, shaking my head at my own insecurity.
He leaned in close. “When you think you’re gonna do it?”
“I was thinking maybe at the movie premiere.”
He grinned. “Good plan.”
“Thank you, sir.”
“What are you two huddled together whispering about?” Maisie asked, walking to me and wrapping her arm around my waist as she pressed close.
“Man talk,” her father said, before he stalked away toward Judith.
I was still recovering from asking him for her hand, but I managed to elaborate with at least part of the truth. “Your father asked to bring a date to the premiere.”
Her eyes widened. “Judith?”
“Yup.” I smiled and nodded. “Looks like it’s serious.”
“Yes, it does. I wonder if there will be wedding bells in the future.” She was looking at them, but I was looking at her.
“I have a feeling there definitely will be.”
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Dear Reader,
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