3
Knox
“I am Knox Dare.” I eyed her as she frowned, realizing I wasn’t her husband. Then she glanced at Jed.
“As you can probably tell, we’re brothers.” He tipped his hat. “I’m Jed.”
A dimple appeared in her right cheek and I was entranced.
“I am sorry we were not here when the stage arrived. We are not used to one arriving early.”
“It is of no matter.” Her voice was soft, yet clear. “I am content on my own while I wait for Mr. Thomkins.”
Independence was a good thing, but I would not have her alone where some random miner might come and harass her. It was my job—our job—now to keep her safe, especially since Melvin would most definitely not be coming. I might not want Jed to have her, but he could damn well help keep her safe.
Remembering I held the ribbons in my hand, I thrust th
