Cash (Lucky River Ranch, #1)

by Jessica Peterson

Goody sets out several pieces of paper on the table, pushing them around until they line up in rows of three. “I’d like to start by saying emotions can run high during these situations. It’s okay to take a break if you need it, all right?” I uncap a purple felt-tipped pen. “Okay.” “Yes, ma’am.” Cash sits up in his chair and rests his elbows on the table. “Let’s dive right in.” Goody glances down at the papers. “For simplicity’s sake, we’ll divide Garrett Randall Luck’s assets into two buckets: financial and tangible. The Lucky Ranch comprises 256,000 acres and 15,000 head of cattle, along with 22 structures, several pieces of heavy equipment, and an oil operation that produces approximately 1,000 barrels a day. As of the signing of this will, the ranch employed 50 people…” I hear the whisper of denim on denim. Looking across the table, I notice Cash’s knee is bouncing. He’s anxious too.