When her Uncle Jared called to see if she could take their prized pooch to the vet for a checkup while he and Autumn were on vacation, she was happy to do it. He’d given up his workaholic ways in favor of love and domestic bliss when he’d met Autumn. They were two busy professionals, but they somehow managed to make their relationship work, despite living in separate states. Since Autumn already had a luxury condo across the hall from her twin sis, he’d moved in with her. Avery had missed seeing Uncle Jared around the ranch, but she was sure Aunt Morgan and Uncle Seth’s guesthouse wouldn’t be empty for long. They were always hosting family from Philly when they visited. She was pleased that her uncle had found happiness. He’d deserved it after being alone for so long after his divorce from Taylor. She still hadn’t mentioned Taylor’s congratulations e-mail about Avery’s decision to become a doctor. Her dad was right: it was an indirect way for Taylor to stay linked with Uncle Jared.
