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“Fuck, fuck, fuck,” he cursed, lifting out the container and unscrewing the cap.
Taking a long swig, he savored the familiar heat as it burned down the back of his throat, then let out a long, heavy breath. He wanted to speed away, but he knew it would only draw attention, and starting the engine, he forced himself to roll slowly towards the road.
It had been a shocking discovery, and as he made his way back to the ranch he tried desperately to think of the person responsible.
Who was clever enough to anticipate his visit?
It could have been Bailey herself, or Rick, maybe even the girls who had picked up their horses. Then he suddenly remembered he’d left the window wide open and the crate below it.
“FUCK!”
His frustrated, angry cry was accompanied by his fist hitting the steering wheel.
He couldn’t go back.
Did it matter?
Would anyone even notice?
The crate could have been there for days.
The window though…
Telling himself to get a grip, he turned onto the main highway.
Home was only fifteen minutes away.
He’d decide what to do once he was sitting at his kitchen table and smoking a joint.
At least there was a bright spot.
He’d be meeting the seller soon.
* * *
Rick knew Bailey was overjoyed to be performing with Miss Piggy again, and watching from the stands as they entered the ring, he could see the mare was loving it just as much.
But he was worried.
He’d seen Bailey’s trick riding on another horse and knew timing was crucial.
She and Miss Piggy had been separated for weeks.
But as the breathtaking act started and they went through the routine, they didn’t miss a beat. Finally standing up on her mare’s back, Bailey cantered around the ring and waved to the crowd. As the captivated audience rose to its feet and cheered, Rick felt his heart swell, and leaving his seat he hurried off to see her.
“So, how did we look?” she asked breathlessly as he strode up and hugged her.
“Unbelievable. How did it feel?
“Unbelievable,” she repeated, “and being with Miss Piggy…it was so easy and so much fun,” she added, turning to wrap her arms around the mare’s neck. “We just flow together. It’s indescribable. I could’ve done all our tricks, but my precious girl needs to get her stamina back.”
“Great job,” Tammy exclaimed, beaming as she walked up to join them. “It was like you were never separated.”
“And that’s how it felt! I’m going to take her tack off and walk her out.”
“I’m so happy to see you back safe and sound,” Tammy said softly, stroking Miss Piggy’s neck. “We missed you.”
As if understanding her, the mare gave her a nudge.
