No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher. Published by Stormy Night Publications and Design, LLC. www.StormyNightPublications.com Chapel, Dina The Rancher’s Bride Cover Design by Korey Mae Johnson Images by The Killion Group and Bigstock/Rolf_52 This book is intended for adults only. Spanking and other sexual activities represented in this book are fantasies only, intended for adults. Chapter One “Can we give y’all a ride?” Hot, tired, and thirsty, Marie turned toward the passenger window of the beat-up old truck that had slowed alongside her and the boys as they walked along the dusty road. The older woman in the truck looked at her with kindly eyes.