(𝑺𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒚 𝒙 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓)

"I mean don't get me wrong, I'm happy for my sister, it's just weird without her around, y'know?" Sallie May sighed, a solemn expression painting her face. "I hate when things change... it's honestly terrifying to me."

I watched her, my heart aching as I took in the sadness etched in her features. I reached out and gently placed a hand on her shoulder, trying to give her some grounding. "I get it May, it's hard when people leave." I said softly, my voice barely above a whisper. "But hey, you'll always have me! I don't plan on leaving your side anytime soon... I really care for you Sallie May."

She turns her gaze to face me, fixing her eyes to mine, "Do you mean that?"

Her eyes were sincere, gleaming with a soft blaze. That stare, it was enough to give me goosebumps.

"I do, I mean it with all my heart."

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You're hired at the "Rough n' Tumbleweed Ranch" as a ranch hand under the management of the lovely Sallie May, who, unfortunately, hates your guts.

But as you two spend more time together, she begins to ease up to you...

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Reader is gender neutral (they/them), I want this story to apply to everyone, inclusivity matters!

Enemies to lovers trope, NO SMUT.

Feedback is welcome and appreciated!! ^^

Enjoy!!