# **They Mocked the Woman Who Came to Feed Them. By Winter’s End, Every Man at Grady Ranch Would Know Who She Truly Was.**NVP
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Chapter 10 - Midnight Visitors
Before they could plan an expedition to the pass, the dogs began barking wildly near the perimeter fence. Coulter blew out the lanterns, signaling everyone to take cover. Through the window, Edith saw dark silhouettes moving through the moonlit courtyard. Four armed riders were circling the barn, carrying torches and kerosene cans. "They're not here to talk," Rafe whispered, cocking his lever-action Winchester rifle from behind the kitchen counter. "The syndicate sent their enforcers to burn us out before we can reach the court."
