Chapter 31

I woke up early, looked at the clock, and it was 4 a.m. I said shit and got up, put on my sweats, and hiked up the hill to the cave pool. Arriving at the pool, I stripped and entered and felt the electricity surge into my body, and I passed out. When I woke up, I was floating and knew it was time to get out. I felt great leaving the pool dressed and returned to my room.

After showering and dressing, I packed and carried my bags to the kitchen and greeted Grandmother. We ate breakfast, I drank my protein shake, and she asked how the interview went. I told her it was short but went well and that I got home around 1 a.m. Then Robin called and said I did an excellent job last night. Their phone started ringing early this morning, and she would call me with updates and hung up.

Grandmother said she sounded happy, and we laughed. I said goodbye, loaded the Tahoe, and drove to Paula’s townhome. I picked up the mail and then continued to the airport. I was airborne by 10 a.m. and had a smooth flight to the ranch. After landing, I taxied into the hangar and did my post-flight inspection. Then, out of the blue, I was tackled by Cassy and almost licked to death. Hank entered the hangar laughing as I recovered and gave Cassy some attention.

We carried my bags to the ranch house, and I gave Cassy some milk bones. Hank said that should teach you not to be gone for so long laughing again. Then he told me lunch was in the refrigerator and left with Cassy. I went to my room, unpacked, and then ate lunch. Robin called and said Alisha finally agreed to our terms. I gave the contract to legal, and they are thoroughly inspecting it. Robin said she would email it to me and courier it to my Mom Friday morning and said goodbye.

I finished lunch, went to the stables, and visited Midnight, Missy, and Molly. I don’t know how, but I knew Hank’s new assistant’s name was Stephany, and the horses liked her. Then I saw the new pasture fence, which was in clear view of the house like Paula wanted. Returning to the ranch house, I resumed reading my ebooks for school until Beth arrived to cook dinner.

Hank and Cassy arrived a short time later, and we ate dinner. Hank said Paula’s plane would arrive around 8:15 p.m. I thanked him for the information. Then Beth said she saw my interview with Jimmy Kimmel last night and said I did well. I told them it was so short that it was over before I knew it. But next Tuesday I’m doing an interview on The View, which should be more interesting. Hank said wear your skins, cowboy hat, and boots, and you’ll cause a riot, and everyone laughed.

After dinner, I drove to the airport, parked, went to baggage claim, and waited for Paula. She arrived on time without followers, so we got her bags and went to Esclade. A man showed up out of nowhere with a knife and wanted our valuables. I grabbed his knife hand, spun him around, breaking his hand, and then knocked him out. We quickly loaded the Esclade and left the parking structure.

Paula said that happened so fast on the drive back to the ranch. He had a knife and then was on the ground before I knew what was happening and thanked me. Then, she complimented me about my interview with Jimmy Kimmel. Paula said short interviews make it hard to get your point across. We arrived at the ranch, and Cassy welcomed Paula and got her treats.

Paula and I sat down and discussed the weekend plans. We’re going horse riding tomorrow morning, and then we will have a luncheon with my female volunteers. I said great lunch with the commando squad, and Paula laughed and said that’s it for Friday. Then, on Saturday, all we have is the Governor’s Christmas Party, which starts at 1 p.m. and ends around 4 p.m. They changed it to a daytime event because of heavy alcohol consumption last year.

We said goodnight and went to our bedrooms. I sensed the area, went to bed, and immediately fell asleep. Then I woke up to Paula giving me a blow job, and I fell back asleep when I came. Then she woke me up again, riding me like a horse. Paula passed out on my chest when we came, and I fell back asleep for the rest of the night.

When I woke up, Paula was gone, so I put on my sweats and ran. Cassy joined me and used my senses to guide us in the darkness. When we returned, Cassy got her treats, and I showered, dressed, and went to the kitchen. I drank my protein shake and read the contract Robin sent to me. I replied that it looked good but asked what had happened to the charter jet. I said just kidding and told her good job.

Beth arrived with the newspaper and started breakfast. I read the newspaper, and then Paula entered, followed by Hank and Cassy. While we ate, Paula asked Hank how his new assistant was working out. Hank said she’s studying for finals, so you won’t meet her this weekend, but she’s doing good work. I told Paula her name was Stephany, and Midnight, Missy, and Molly liked her. Cassy barked and said I’m sorry, so does Cassy and everyone laughed.

Hank asked how I knew Stephany’s name, and I said Midnight told me, causing more laughter. After breakfast, I called Mom and told her I reviewed the contract for Ford Modeling, and it was ok to sign. She said Robin called her, and she’ll sign it when the courier arrives. I told her I’d be home Sunday morning, and we said goodbye. Paula was ready, so we went to the stables.

We saddled Missy and Midnight, then let the horses run to another trail on the ranch. This one took us up a hill, and when we reached the top, we could see for miles in each direction. The view was breathtaking, and then we worked our way down the backside of the hill, rode through a valley, and rode back to the stables.

After caring for the horses, we went to the house to prepare for the luncheon. Paula told me to wear a regular suit, and we went to our rooms. I showered, dressed, went to the kitchen, and waited. Paula returned 15 minutes later, tied my tie, and drove to the restaurant. It was an upscale Mexican restaurant with a private room for private gatherings. Gale welcomed us, and I looked her up and down, causing Paula and her to laugh.

Catherine asked for my autograph, and I said sure. The girls are $25 each, and the caboose is $50. It caused her to laugh so hard that she had to sit down. I whispered to Paula I would have offered to autograph her panties, but I didn’t know if she was wearing any. Gale overheard, and that caused more laughter. Paula worked the room greeting everyone, and then we sat at a large table. Then, the servers entered with drinks and appetizers.

Paula said I’m sure you’ve noticed my assistant, Chase Reynolds and they all laughed. She told them that she filmed some campaign ads at her ranch. David Lane, a friend of mine, directed the commercials. He discovered Chase and asked him to play a part in a movie he was filming. It obviously turned into more than that, and if you want an autograph, see Catherine. She has all the details, causing Catherine to laugh.

The rest of the luncheon was uneventful and ended around 3 p.m. On the drive back to the ranch, Paula told me to be prepared to see something in the newspaper tomorrow. I thanked her for the warning, and she said laughing wouldn’t be bad. When we arrived, Cassy greeted us, got her treat, then left, and we went to change our clothes. We returned to the den and relaxed.

Then Robin called and said the Ford Modeling contract was signed, and we have the check. So you go to their offices Wednesday morning, and they will take care of the extra night stay and change your flight home. Now the movie premiere is a week from Saturday and how many people are you bringing? I asked Paula if she wanted to come, and she almost screamed yes. I told Robin four, including me, and she said I’d send you the details with your trip itinerary. It will be delivered by 10 a.m. Monday, and we said goodbye.