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They woke up tangled. Then Colt pulled away like he’d been caught. Mason followed in silence, every step louder than the thunder ever was.

Now there’s damp hay on their jeans, tension in their backs, and a quiet between them that neither boy dares to name.

Ruth’s waiting on the porch. Coffee in hand. Eyes sharp. She doesn’t say much—but her one question lands like a hammer.

In Chapter Four:

• Mason follows but doesn’t speak

• Colt keeps moving—but not forward

• Ruth watches, listens, and understands more than she says

• The distance between them stretches—but hasn’t snapped

“There’s pancakes if you want ’em.”
And that’s the kindest thing anyone’s said all morning.

Chapter 4 is now live on Patreon.

Everything unspoken is starting to speak for itself.

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