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The story revolves around Columbine, a young woman living on the White Slides Ranch in Colorado, who is struggling with her feelings about marrying Jack Belllounds, the son of her adoptive father, Bill Belllounds. However, she finds herself drawn to Wilson Moore, a new cowboy at the ranch. As tensions rise between Jack and Wilson, Columbine is forced to navigate her feelings and loyalties. The arrival of a mysterious stranger, Bent Wade, also known as Hell-Bent Wade, adds to the complexity of the story. Wade, a man with a troubled past, is hired by Bill Belllounds as a hunter to deal with the problem of lions and wolves attacking his cattle. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Jack is not a good person and is involved in shady dealings. Wade, who is revealed to be Columbine's real father, is determined to protect her and ultimately kills Jack in a gunfight. In the end, Columbine and Wilson Moore get married, and Old Bill gives them his blessing and the White Slides Ranch. The novel concludes with Columbine visiting her father's grave, reflecting on his troubled past, and vowing to live a life of faith, hope, and love.
The story begins with the introduction of Columbine, a young woman who lives on the White Slides Ranch in Colorado with her adopted father, Bill Belllounds. Columbine's past is shrouded in mystery, and she has always felt a sense of longing for a mother she never knew. One day, Bill Belllounds informs Columbine that his son, Jack, is returning home after a three-year absence and that he expects Columbine to marry him. Columbine is hesitant, but feels a sense of duty to her adopted father. Meanwhile, a new cowboy, Wilson Moore, arrives at the ranch, and Columbine finds herself drawn to him. As the story unfolds, tensions rise between Jack and Wilson, and Columbine is forced to navigate her feelings and loyalties. The arrival of a mysterious stranger, Bent Wade, adds to the complexity of the story, and Columbine's life is forever changed.
Columbine, a young woman living on the White Slides Ranch in Colorado, is struggling with her feelings about her upcoming marriage to Jack Belllounds, the son of her adoptive father, Bill Belllounds. Jack has just returned home after a three-year absence and Columbine is hesitant about the marriage. Meanwhile, a new cowboy, Wilson Moore, has arrived at the ranch and Columbine finds herself drawn to him. As tensions rise between Jack and Wilson, Columbine is forced to navigate her feelings and loyalties. The arrival of a mysterious stranger, Bent Wade, adds to the complexity of the story, and Columbine's life is forever changed.
The story continues with Columbine struggling with her feelings about marrying Jack Belllounds, the son of her adoptive father, Bill Belllounds. Meanwhile, a new cowboy, Wilson Moore, arrives at the ranch, and Columbine finds herself drawn to him. As tensions rise between Jack and Wilson, Columbine is forced to navigate her feelings and loyalties. The arrival of a mysterious stranger, Bent Wade, adds to the complexity of the story, and Columbine's life is forever changed. Bent Wade, also known as Hell-Bent Wade, is a man with a troubled past and a reputation for being involved in violent and deadly incidents. He is hired by Bill Belllounds as a hunter to deal with the problem of lions and wolves attacking his cattle. As Wade settles into his new role, he begins to form connections with the people at the ranch, including Columbine, who is immediately drawn to his stories and experiences. However, Wade's past continues to haunt him, and he is aware that his presence at the ranch may bring trouble to those around him.
The story continues with Columbine struggling with her feelings about marrying Jack Belllounds, the son of her adoptive father, Bill Belllounds. Meanwhile, a new cowboy, Wilson Moore, arrives at the ranch, and Columbine finds herself drawn to him. As tensions rise between Jack and Wilson, Columbine is forced to navigate her feelings and loyalties. The arrival of a mysterious stranger, Bent Wade, adds to the complexity of the story, and Columbine's life is forever changed. Bent Wade, also known as Hell-Bent Wade, is a man with a troubled past and a reputation for being involved in violent and deadly incidents. He is hired by Bill Belllounds as a hunter to deal with the problem of lions and wolves attacking his cattle. As Wade settles into his new role, he begins to form connections with the people at the ranch, including Columbine, who is immediately drawn to his stories and experiences. However, Wade's past continues to haunt him, and he is aware that his presence at the ranch may bring trouble to those around him.
Columbine Belllounds, a young woman living on the White Slides Ranch in Colorado, is struggling with her feelings about marrying Jack Belllounds, the son of her adoptive father, Bill Belllounds. Meanwhile, a new cowboy, Wilson Moore, has arrived at the ranch, and Columbine finds herself drawn to him. As tensions rise between Jack and Wilson, Columbine is forced to navigate her feelings and loyalties. The arrival of a mysterious stranger, Bent Wade, adds to the complexity of the story. Bent Wade, also known as Hell-Bent Wade, is a man with a troubled past and a reputation for being involved in violent and deadly incidents. He is hired by Bill Belllounds as a hunter to deal with the problem of lions and wolves attacking his cattle. As Wade settles into his new role, he begins to form connections with the people at the ranch, including Columbine, who is immediately drawn to his stories and experiences. However, Wade's past continues to haunt him, and he is aware that his presence at the ranch may bring trouble to those around him.
Columbine visits Wilson Moore at his cabin, where she finds him recovering from his injuries. She confesses her love for him, and they share a passionate moment. However, their happiness is short-lived, as they both know that Columbine is engaged to marry Jack Belllounds. Wilson tries to convince Columbine to call off the wedding, but she feels duty-bound to her adoptive father and refuses. Bent Wade, the hunter, intervenes and advises Columbine to follow her heart, but also to consider the consequences of her actions. Meanwhile, Jack Belllounds's true nature is revealed, and it becomes clear that he is not a good person. Wade begins to suspect that Jack may be involved in some shady dealings and decides to investigate further. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that a tragedy is looming, and Columbine must make a choice between her duty and her heart.
Columbine visits Wilson Moore at his cabin and they share a passionate moment, but their happiness is short-lived as they both know she is engaged to marry Jack Belllounds. Wilson advises Columbine to follow her heart, but she feels duty-bound to her adoptive father and refuses. Meanwhile, Jack's true nature is revealed, and it becomes clear that he is not a good person. Wade begins to suspect that Jack may be involved in some shady dealings and decides to investigate further. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that a tragedy is looming, and Columbine must make a choice between her duty and her heart.
Columbine visits Wilson Moore at his cabin and they share a passionate moment, but their happiness is short-lived as they both know she is engaged to marry Jack Belllounds. Wilson tries to convince Columbine to call off the wedding, but she feels duty-bound to her adoptive father and refuses. Bent Wade, the hunter, intervenes and advises Columbine to follow her heart, but also to consider the consequences of her actions. Meanwhile, Jack Belllounds's true nature is revealed, and it becomes clear that he is not a good person. Wade begins to suspect that Jack may be involved in some shady dealings and decides to investigate further. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that a tragedy is looming, and Columbine must make a choice between her duty and her heart.
Columbine visits Wilson Moore at his cabin, where he is recovering from his injuries. She confesses her love for him, and they share a passionate moment. However, their happiness is short-lived, as they both know that Columbine is engaged to marry Jack Belllounds. Wilson tries to convince Columbine to call off the wedding, but she feels duty-bound to her adoptive father and refuses. Meanwhile, Jack Belllounds's true nature is revealed, and it becomes clear that he is not a good person. Bent Wade, the hunter, intervenes and advises Columbine to follow her heart, but also to consider the consequences of her actions. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that a tragedy is looming, and Columbine must make a choice between her duty and her heart.
Columbine visits Wilson Moore at his cabin, where he is recovering from his injuries. She confesses her love for him, and they share a passionate moment. However, their happiness is short-lived, as they both know that Columbine is engaged to marry Jack Belllounds. Wilson tries to convince Columbine to call off the wedding, but she feels duty-bound to her adoptive father and refuses. Bent Wade, the hunter, intervenes and advises Columbine to follow her heart, but also to consider the consequences of her actions. Meanwhile, Jack Belllounds's true nature is revealed, and it becomes clear that he is not a good person. Wade begins to suspect that Jack may be involved in some shady dealings and decides to investigate further. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that a tragedy is looming, and Columbine must make a choice between her duty and her heart.
In this chapter, Bent Wade is struggling with his emotions and the moral implications of his actions. He is aware of the impending doom that threatens the Belllounds family and is determined to prevent it. Wade's past experiences and his relationship with Columbine are revealed, showing a deeper side to his character. He is a complex and multifaceted individual, driven by a desire to protect those he cares about. The story takes a darker turn as Wade's black mood sets in, and he is forced to confront the harsh realities of the situation. Meanwhile, Columbine is resolute in her decision to marry Jack Belllounds in order to prevent a tragedy, and Wilson Moore is torn between his love for Columbine and his desire to do what is right. The chapter ends with Wade's promise to Columbine that he will prevent the tragedy and his revelation that he was married on August 13th, twenty-one years ago, to a woman who looked like Columbine.
The story continues with Bent Wade, a hunter, who is aware of the impending doom that threatens the Belllounds family. He is determined to prevent it and is watching Jack Belllounds, the son of Old Bill Belllounds, who has a troubled past and is involved in shady dealings. Wade has a conversation with Jack, who is struggling with his feelings about marrying Columbine, and advises him to follow his heart and consider the consequences of his actions. Meanwhile, Columbine visits Wilson Moore, a cowboy who is recovering from his injuries, and they share a passionate moment. However, their happiness is short-lived as they both know that Columbine is engaged to marry Jack Belllounds. Wade intervenes and advises Columbine to follow her heart, but also to consider the consequences of her actions. The story takes a darker turn as Wade's past experiences and his relationship with Columbine are revealed, showing a deeper side to his character. He is a complex and multifaceted individual, driven by a desire to protect those he cares about. The chapter ends with Wade's promise to Columbine that he will prevent the tragedy and his revelation that he was married on August 13th, twenty-one years ago, to a woman who looked like Columbine.
Bent Wade visits Wilson Moore, who is recovering from his injuries, and finds him in better spirits. Moore shares with Wade that he has been writing to Columbine and that she has been responding, which lifts his mood. However, when Wade asks Moore about his foot, he reveals that it is still healing and that he cannot yet wear a boot. Wade examines the foot and declares that it is getting better, but Moore is still unable to move it. Wade tells Moore that he has been having trouble with Jack Belllounds, who has been drinking and causing problems. Moore advises Wade to be careful around Jack, as he is unpredictable. Wade then visits Columbine, who is struggling with her feelings about marrying Jack. She confides in Wade that she is torn between her duty to her adoptive father and her love for Moore. Wade advises her to follow her heart, but also to consider the consequences of her actions. Meanwhile, Jack's true nature is revealed, and it becomes clear that he is not a good person. Wade begins to suspect that Jack may be involved in some shady dealings and decides to investigate further. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that a tragedy is looming, and Columbine must make a choice between her duty and her heart.
Bent Wade decides to quit his job at White Slides Ranch, citing that he has cleaned out the lions and wolves and has other tasks to attend to. However, he reveals to Belllounds that he plans to start a cattle business with Wilson Moore. Belllounds seems relieved that Wade is leaving, but also warns him that Jack will not take kindly to Wade's new venture. Wade then visits Columbine and tells her that he will see her every day, and she importunes him to see her every day or not at all. Meanwhile, Jack Belllounds is seen riding a white horse, and Wade discovers that the horse's left front shoe is identical to the one used by Wilson Moore's horse, Spottie. Wade follows Jack's trail and discovers that he is driving cattle, and that he has been in contact with a group of rustlers. Columbine reveals to Wade and Moore that she has discovered Jack's secret and that he is stealing cattle from his father. She decides to marry Jack to prevent him from getting into further trouble and to save his father from killing him. Wade agrees to help Columbine and tells her to set the wedding date for August 13th, a date that holds significance for him as it is the anniversary of his own wedding 21 years ago.
Bent Wade, a hunter, is riding through the forest when he comes across Jack Belllounds, the son of Old Bill Belllounds, who is sitting on a porch in a dejected posture. Wade tries to talk to Jack, but Jack is unresponsive. Wade then visits Wilson Moore, a cowboy who is recovering from injuries, and they discuss Jack's behavior. Jack's true nature is revealed, and it becomes clear that he is not a good person. Wade begins to suspect that Jack may be involved in some shady dealings and decides to investigate further. Meanwhile, Columbine, a young woman who lives on the ranch, is struggling with her feelings about marrying Jack. She visits Moore and confesses her love for him, and they share a passionate moment. However, their happiness is short-lived, as they both know that Columbine is engaged to marry Jack. Wade advises Columbine to follow her heart and consider the consequences of her actions. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that a tragedy is looming, and Columbine must make a choice between her duty and her heart.
In the final chapter, Bent Wade confronts Jack Belllounds and ultimately kills him in a gunfight. Before dying, Wade reveals to Old Bill Belllounds that he is Columbine's real father. The old rancher is shocked and grief-stricken, but he eventually comes to terms with the truth. Columbine and Wilson Moore get married, and Old Bill gives them his blessing and the White Slides Ranch. The story concludes with Columbine visiting her father's grave, where she reflects on his troubled past and the lessons she has learned from him. She vows to live a life of faith, hope, and love, just as her father had done despite his flaws.
The story continues with Bent Wade, a hunter, who is aware of the impending doom that threatens the Belllounds family. He is determined to prevent it and is watching Jack Belllounds, the son of Old Bill Belllounds, who has a troubled past and is involved in shady dealings. Wade has a conversation with Jack, who is struggling with his feelings about marrying Columbine, and advises him to follow his heart and consider the consequences of his actions. Meanwhile, Columbine visits Wilson Moore, a cowboy who is recovering from injuries, and they share a passionate moment. However, their happiness is short-lived as they both know that Columbine is engaged to marry Jack Belllounds. Wade intervenes and advises Columbine to follow her heart, but also to consider the consequences of her actions. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that a tragedy is looming, and Columbine must make a choice between her duty and her heart.
The story concludes with the death of Jack Belllounds at the hands of Hell-Bent Wade, who had been seeking revenge against the young man for his wrongdoings. Wade's actions are motivated by his desire to protect his daughter, Columbine, who is in love with Wilson Moore, a cowboy who has been falsely accused of rustling cattle. In the end, Columbine and Moore are married, and Old Bill Belllounds gives them his blessing and the White Slides Ranch. The novel ends with Columbine visiting her father's grave, where she reflects on his troubled past and the lessons she has learned from him. She vows to live a life of faith, hope, and love, just as her father had done despite his flaws.
The story concludes with the death of Jack Belllounds at the hands of Hell-Bent Wade, who had been seeking revenge against the young man for his wrongdoings. Wade's actions are motivated by his desire to protect his daughter, Columbine, who is in love with Wilson Moore, a cowboy who has been falsely accused of rustling cattle. In the end, Columbine and Moore are married, and Old Bill Belllounds gives them his blessing and the White Slides Ranch. The novel ends with Columbine visiting her father's grave, where she reflects on his troubled past and the lessons she has learned from him. She vows to live a life of faith, hope, and love, just as her father had done despite his flaws.
The story concludes with the death of Jack Belllounds at the hands of Hell-Bent Wade, who had been seeking revenge against the young man for his wrongdoings. Wade's actions are motivated by his desire to protect his daughter, Columbine, who is in love with Wilson Moore, a cowboy who has been falsely accused of rustling cattle. In the end, Columbine and Moore are married, and Old Bill Belllounds gives them his blessing and the White Slides Ranch. The novel ends with Columbine visiting her father's grave, where she reflects on his troubled past and the lessons she has learned from him. She vows to live a life of faith, hope, and love, just as her father had done despite his flaws.