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Оглавление“I’m not asking for pity, Hannah.”
“Good thing I wasn’t offering any.” Unable to resist, Hannah reached up and gently touched the scarred side of Tripp’s face.
He covered her hand with his and turned to face her. In that moment, something flickered in his eyes and his gaze almost became tender. Hannah’s chest tightened.
Then he released her hand and stepped away, his gaze returning to the mare.
“Mothers are supposed to protect their children,” Hannah said, her voice shaky.
“Doesn’t always work like that.” He nodded toward the brick houses in the distance, home to the children of Big Heart Ranch. “That’s what this place is all about.”
Tripp faced her again and leaned close. His gaze skimmed her face as though searching for something. Then he stuffed his hands into his pockets.
“It’s getting late,” he murmured. “Good night, Hannah.”
“Good night, Tripp.”
The cowboy walked away, leaving Hannah trying to figure out what had just happened. They’d passed some sort of milestone in their relationship, but she didn’t know if she should be pleased or terrified.
