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Once they were out, Atlas ran around, keen to explore. She smiled. This was the Colorado version of Boone’s place, so the dog looked happy.
“I tidied up that cabin for you two.” Shep pointed to the cabin closest to his. “I keep it maintained for guests.”
“What guests?” Boone asked with a quirk of an eyebrow.
Shep shrugged. “Madden stayed here for a bit when he got out.”
Boone nodded, and Gemma guessed they were talking about another Ghost Ops buddy.
“The fire’s already going. And that’s my place.” He nodded his head at the well-lit cabin. “I figured after the last two days you guys have had, you have some sleep to catch up on.”
“Yeah,” Boone said. “Thanks, Shep.”
“Oh, and the fridge is stocked as well.”
“That’s lucky, because we lost our takeout and our doughnuts.” Gemma fought back a pout. She’d really wanted those doughnuts.
Shep flicked a glance at Gemma. “Food’s not fancy.”
She’d seen the look before and arched a brow. “And here I was expecting Beluga caviar and white truffles.”
Her sarcasm had the corner of Shep’s lips twitching. “I like her. I have a good security system, so you don’t need to worry about anyone sneaking up on you.”
Boone snorted. “Knowing you, the system’s probably good enough to defend Fort Knox.”
Boone’s friend just inclined his head. “Not worth putting a crappy system in. I’ll see you two in the morning.”
“Thanks again, Shep.” Boone lifted their bags and opened the cabin door.
Oh. Gemma took it all in. It was charming. There was lots of wood, a high ceiling, and a fire crackling happily in the stone fireplace. A comfy looking couch sat in front of the fire, and on the other side of the room were three doors that were all ajar. She moved closer to take a look. Two were bedrooms, both with big, wood-hewn beds. The final door led to a small bathroom. It looked a little dated, but there was a shower and a large tub, and it was clean.
It didn’t have the cozy charm of Boone’s Vermont cabin, but it was very comfortable.
“Hungry?” Boone opened the fridge.
“You know, I am now.”
She watched him feed Atlas and pat his dog. She smiled. They were such a unit.
“How about sandwiches?” He held up a loaf of bread. “There’s fresh bread, ham, and cheese.”
“Sounds like heaven.” She sank onto the couch.
Safe. They were safe. Finally, it was sinking in.
“People assume you have fancy taste.” He set two plates with thick sandwiches on the coffee table, then sat beside her.
“I’m the daughter of a billionaire. It comes with the territory.” She bit into her sandwich and moaned. When she looked up, Boone looked frozen, staring at her. “My life was pretty normal when I was young, while Dad was still building the business. Then I got to travel a lot. I like nice things. I’ve eaten at some of the world’s best restaurants. Doesn’t mean I don’t know how to appreciate a good sandwich.”
He nodded.
“Boone, thanks for saving me again. If you hadn’t been there today…”
“You don’t need to thank me.”
“I know, but I am.”
He lifted his sandwich. “Just eat.”
