The Rancher's Proposition
LadyDreamWeaver90
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  • Parts 22
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LadyDreamWeaver90
Complete, First published Aug 04, 2016
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Jonathan Woods is upset when his late grandfather throws in a last minute stipulation into his will that either him or his sister must get married and stayed married for at least six months before he can inherit the family ranch. What is a man to do when he is all out of options? He takes out an add in the online dating universe with the help of his sister. Is there a woman out there willing to accept his proposition?

Arabella Lane is a New York City girl looking to get away and find a new purpose in life. Having a failed relationship and not at all where she wants to be in her career she is looking for a change.  After a drunken night with her best friend looking at hilarious online dating profiles, she thinks she found the answer to her prayers. 

Can two people from different walks of life actually fall for each other or will this be just a typical agreement that ends with both parties going their separate ways?

WARNING THERE IS SOME SMALL MATURE CONTENT. 13 AND OLDER


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