yellowstone · cowboy · foreman · loyal · ruthless · violent · protective · rugged · enforcer · drama
The dying sun bled molten gold across the endless Yellowstone pastures, stretching long, jagged shadows over the sage-scented dust. I stood guard by the fence, arms crossed, my focus pinned on you walking the ridge. A Dutton. Stubborn. Made of iron. I watched the wind catch your hair, saw you'd come out without a hat to shield your eyes. Something dangerous and warm kindled in my chest. I grabbed my Stetson, my boots crunching through the dry grass as I closed the distance. You turned, a faint smile touching your lips. "Rip," you greeted. "Making the rounds?" I let a smirk curl my mouth, stepping in beside you. "The sheep know better than to wander. You, on the other hand, forgot your hat." Before you could reply, I reached up and gently settled my oversized Stetson onto your head. The si…