Believe in Love Again Chapter 38: Welcome to Oklahoma, a reba fanfic

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The characters of Max Thornton, Cheyenne McEntire-Smith (Nana), Vince McEntire (Papa), Kenneth Smith (Gramps), Paige McKinney, Michael Davis, John McKinney, Barbara Ann Grant, Kim Campbell-Holliway, Sam Holliway, Jenny Miller, Nick Holliway, Terry Holliway, Jr., Josh Holliway, Madeline Mitchell (Maddi), Greg Brooks, Jason Holliway, Emma Holliway, and Maggie from this story are my creation though. The story is just a year off from the way that the seasons of Reba actually aired. The story picks up from after the sixth season of Reba and beyond from fall 2008.

This chapter will consist of scenes that will be in regular font, not italicized font. I use the italicized font to distinguish between author's notes and regular scenes. I use bold font when things need special emphasis and flashbacks.

Previously- She also wanted to help Barbra Jean get her marriage back on track. Just before they left for Oklahoma, Reba found herself in front of Dr. Baker's door. This time, she was a lot more apprehensive about this meeting. She didn't like how the last one went. Reba took a deep breath before entering Dr. Baker's office. Brock was already seated. They had been waiting for her.

"Hi. Sorry I'm late."

"That's okay, honey. Sit down."

"So Brock tells me that there's been a lot happening in your lives lately."

"Yes. Brock and Barbra Jean are having problems again. I'm in a new relationship so things are good for me. I'm just sorry that things are bad for Brock. He doesn't deserve it."

"Well I hear that there may be some unresolved feelings between the two of you. So I'm going to ask you the same question that I did before. Do you two still love each other?"

"Yes, I'm just sorry that it took me so long to realize it." Brock answered.

"I'm not sure what to say. I know that I have some feelings that I've had to work through. I was married to Brock for eighteen years. We've been friends for the last six years. He's a wonderful father to our children. I've seen him change into a better person. I love and admire him for all of these reasons, but he's made his bed and now he's gotta lie in it. So despite the mixed signals that he's gotten from me lately, I have to say that I gotta move on. I'm always gonna love Brock and hold a special place in my heart for him, but he can't be the man that I want and need him to be unless he becomes a better husband to Barbra Jean."

"What if Barbra Jean doesn't want to be in the marriage anymore?"

"Then he's gotta fight for it. He can't just give up without a fight. That's what he did to us."

"But what about our weekend together in June?"

"Brock, please don't make me sorry that it happened. I was feeling vulnerable. You reached out to me and I let things get out of hand."

"It seems to me that the door between you has opened again. Tell me if Barbra Jean and Mike weren't in the picture, would you want to be with him?"

"Maybe. It's possible, but they are in the picture. I love Mike very much. He's been waitin' twenty-five years to be with me. Do you really want to be with a woman who's in love with another man?"

"If that woman is you. You have to realize that I was not born yesterday. I knew that things went fast for us when we got married. You had second thoughts on our wedding day. I knew goin' into our relationship that you still loved Mike. He was your first love and I respect that. But you two aren't even the same people anymore. You and I have grown into this life together and into this family. The thing is, Reba that you are my first love and I'm hopin' that it's not too late to get us back."

Tears rolled down Reba's cheeks as she heard Brock's words. She placed her hand on his cheek. "What I really need is for you to be my friend. Can you do that?"

"Yes, but you have to know that I'll be right here waiting for you if things don't work out with Mike. I love you too. I can wait for you as long as it takes."

"You can't do that. You need to work things out with Barbra Jean. Just be my friend, okay?"

Brock nodded. Reba was still as stubborn as ever. He poured his heart out to her and she still wouldn't give in. Mike had stumbled onto one interesting point. Reba wasn't completely over Brock yet. He knew that with persistence over time he'd be able to win her back. He just had to figure out a plan. What could he do to get Reba to want him again? Brock wondered what he could do in Oklahoma to keep Reba from sleeping with Mike. He knew that he still had a chance as long as they hadn't made that connection again. Then there was Maggie. How was he ever going to win Reba back soon enough to get pregnant and re-married by December? He was fighting for his family's future and he had to think fast...

What happens next? Stay tuned to find out this chapter!

We left the story in chapter 37 in the present year of the story- October 2008 with Reba arguing with Mike the next morning before he leaves for Oklahoma. Reba changes him into Brock in the middle of a fight and she responds to a challenge by changing into Kim. She kisses Mike while he looks like Brock. Barbra Jean walks in and argues with Reba as Kim. She slaps Reba. Brock and Mike try to intervene. Reba finally tells Barbra Jean exactly what's been on her mind for the last six years since BJ stole Brock from her. Mike is mad that Reba made Barbra Jean cry. Brock spent the week with Reba, Paige, and Michael Davis. Brock and Reba had a very emotional visit with Dr. Baker.

What will Brock do after this? What will happen between Reba and Mike now? What will happen in Oklahoma? What will Brock do to help his chances with Reba? What will happen to stop Reba from reconnecting with Mike in their old apartment? Who will Reba end up with in Vegas?

What happens now? What happens in the present when Reba wakes up in Vegas? How did she end up in Vegas? Keep reading to find out more!

Author's note- Note to readers: This chapter will deal with Reba's visit to McAlester. Brock and Barbra Jean are joining Reba and the kids for the trip to McAlester. They arrive on a Thursday. Brock, Barbra Jean, and Reba have dinner with Reba's grandma and sister.

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The Hart family was traveling to McAlester in two separate vehicles. Van was driving Brock's SUV while Brock was driving Cheyenne's car. Van still hadn't parted with his beloved car, Rhonda yet. Brock's SUV was loaded up with Kyra, Jake, Henry, Van, Elizabeth, Cheyenne, and their new baby. There wasn't room for anyone else. That left Brock, Barbra Jean, and Reba to ride together in the car. Barbra Jean insisted on riding in the backseat. She wanted to sleep during most of the trip. She was taking some well deserved time off from work and motherhood to focus on herself. She loved Henry, but he really was a handful.

She was so grateful that Cheyenne volunteered to have Henry ride with them so Elizabeth would have someone her own age to talk to during the trip. She also made the decision to ride in the back after talking to Brock. After that scene at Reba's, she would've sworn that Reba still wasn't over Brock. After Brock went with Reba to see Dr. Baker, he came back and told her that Reba still insisted that there would be no future between them, despite any feelings that lingered between them. There was no doubt that Reba was stubborn. Barbra Jean felt guilty about how Reba was reacting now. She never would've created that scene at Reba's if she would've known that Kim wasn't actually kissing Brock. She didn't want Brock blowing his chances of winning Reba back by kissing another woman so she reacted by acting like a jealous wife. Barbra Jean wasn't jealous in the least.

She didn't want Brock anymore, but she had to act like a wife for Brock's sake. Reba didn't want the pair to get divorced, but Barbra Jean wanted to be honest. It killed her not to be honest with her best friend, but that would ruin Brock's chances with Reba so she kept that information to herself. She was glad that the information was out in the open with the kids though. She was glad that the family was okay with the divorce. They understood how Reba reacted to things. The kids had always secretly hoped that their parents would get back together.

They didn't want anything to ruin that. Cheyenne was torn though. She wanted her parents back together, but her mother seemed so happy with Mike. She knew that her mother had these feelings for Mike for years now. It killed Cheyenne to have to lie to Reba, but Cheyenne was a daddy's girl after all and Brock was pained to see the love of his life slipping away from him. She would do whatever it took to help him, even if it meant lying to her mother for a little while. Kyra was very much her mother's daughter. She took Reba's side on many issues; but after living with Brock and Barbra Jean, she'd become much closer to her dad.

Kyra knew that Reba still was single because she had unresolved feelings for Brock. Anyone could see that. After living with her dad and his new wife, she learned that her dad still had feelings for her mom too. The divorce should've never happened. Brock admitted that to Kyra two years ago. She was going to do whatever it took to bring her parents back together again. She was just glad that Barbra Jean was on board with it. She would hate to see Barbra Jean hurting because her dad was moving on.

Jake was just happy to have his family together under one roof. There had been so much animosity and fighting for so long that it felt good for everyone to be together without all the bad stuff between them. The last time that his parents had genuinely gotten along was when he was little and he didn't have very many of those memories. Most of his memories consisted of the fighting and the fallout from the divorce. Reba had tried to shelter the kids from her own negativity towards Brock and Barbra Jean, but it was hard for the kids to see their mother going through something so painful. It was easy to blame Brock for everything, even though he was a great dad. All he wanted was to have happily married parents like his friends had. When Brock got his kidney stones, Jake saw how his parents really felt about each other. He knew what had to be done.

Elizabeth was excited about the trip to Oklahoma. She wanted to meet her other family members, especially Reba's grandma. She couldn't wait to learn more about magic. Her mommy and daddy had explained what was going on. She couldn't wait for her grandma and grampy to get back together. She felt bad though. Grandma told her a secret that she was really happy about.

Would Grandma be unhappy without her boyfriend? She really seemed to like him a lot. They were supposed to get married and have a baby. She was excited that Grandma was going to have a baby. She was scared that Grandma would get hurt by everyone lying to her. What if she didn't get to have a baby? Wouldn't that make her very sad? She decided to ask Nana about it.

Henry knew that his parents loved him. They explained all about how they would still be a family, even if Brock and Barbra Jean weren't married anymore. They would be a family, just like Reba and Brock were a family after their divorce. He was sad that his mommy might be alone. She sat him down and explained how making Brock and Reba happy was making her happy so Henry was okay with Brock getting back together with Reba. Reba was so nice, even if she didn't have to be. He'd heard before how Brock left Reba and their kids to be with Barbra Jean because she was pregnant with him. Henry felt sad for a long time thinking that it was partly his fault that Reba was alone and sad sometimes.

Henry was like his mother. He wanted Reba to be happy. He also loved his daddy very much. His brother and sisters seemed excited for their dad to get back together with Reba so he wanted to do what he could to help. It made him feel grownup to share such a big secret with everyone. Van had grown close to Reba. He didn't like lying to her either. He also didn't like her being alone all these years.

He remembered how the family used to be years ago before the divorce. Brock and Reba used to be so happy together. Coach Hart and Mrs. H were like his own parents. He liked Coach Holliway, but it didn't seem right that the family would be separating. After all these years of holding everyone together, it seemed like Reba was ready to let everyone split apart and go their separate ways. That wasn't the Mrs. H that he knew. He knew that eventually Coach Holliway would go back to Oklahoma and Mrs. H would go with him. He didn't know where the family would be without her and he wasn't prepared to find out.

Brock was content. He was driving to Oklahoma with his beloved redhead by his side. She was sleeping. He glanced at her as often as he could, but it was difficult since he had to keep his eyes on the road. She was restless in her sleep. He wondered what she was dreaming about.

"I wanna forget. Please just for a little while. Please let me forget. I need to forget." Reba cried out in her sleep.

Barbra Jean lifted up her head from the backseat. "Does she do that often?"

"Yeah, she has a lot of nightmares. She cries out in her sleep almost every night." Brock explained.

"Gosh, Brock! I had no idea that she was suffering so much."

"Ssh! Barbra Jean, go back to sleep. I don't wanna upset her. I hate to wake her because she hasn't slept well lately, but she'll be so upset if she misses it when we cross the state line into Oklahoma."

Barbra Jean went to lie back down. She loved to watch the intimate moments between those two when they thought that no one was looking. She wanted something juicy to write about in her blog. Her readers loved to read about the adventures of Rebecca and Rick. Those were her pseudonyms for Reba and Brock.

Brock put his hand on Reba's shoulder to begin gently waking her up. She stirred, but didn't wake up. "Reba honey, wake up. You're not gonna wanna miss this. We're crossing the state line."

Reba opened her eyes slowly. "Huh? What did you say?" Brock repeated his statement. Reba's eyes flew to the approaching sign that signaled that they were exiting Texas and entering Oklahoma. "That is the best sight that I have ever seen. That is my favorite part of the drive."

"I know. I didn't want ya to sleep through it. Are ya okay? You seemed to struggle in your sleep again."

"Nothing that I can't handle. Thanks for waking me. I have a call to make."

Reba dialed the familiar number. "We just crossed the state line. I know. I'm so excited to see you. We haven't been apart a day since we got back together. I've missed you so much!"

Brock could only hear Reba's side of the conversation. "We're having dinner with Nana tonight. You know that."

"Really? You asked her that? I didn't even say what my answer was yet."

"Oh, well. We need the money so you should take care of things at the bar. You've been away for awhile. I'll see ya after dinner then."

"Yeah, I'm disappointed. I'm only an hour and a half away and I can't wait to see you. Now I have to wait an extra two hours to see you."

"I think that it's worth at least a pout, don't you? I've been dying to see you all week."

"A surprise for me? Can I have a hint? I have a surprise for you too. But I'm making ya wait for yours until tonight."

"Paige is calling me. I have to go now. Dinner with the folks tomorrow night? I forgot. Do we have to? My dad is gonna kill your dad before dessert in front of their grandchildren."

"If my dad has any idea that my mom is sneaking around with your dad, Jason is a dead man. My dad will shoot him on sight."

"If we stick to the plan, everything will be fine. Mama will be so busy trying to contain our behavior. It'll make her think about her own behavior for once."

"I don't know how long I'll be able to keep quiet about what Paige has done. I'll cover for her as long as I can. Daddy will be furious."

"Look, we need to present a united front. We've decided so far to be together and start a family. We don't have to get married to do that. That's all we're gonna say about that. I've gotta go. Paige keeps callin'. I love you too. Bye."

Reba answered the next call from Paige. "What's the big emergency? I was on a call with Mike. I just saw you two days ago."

"We're about an hour and a half away. We just crossed the state line."

"I know. I'm really excited, too. It's gonna be a fun weekend! I'm definitely ready for some fun, Oklahoma style. Do ya have any idea what Mike's surprise is?"

"Thanks a lot. Whose side are you on anyway? I've missed Nana so much."

"She said what? She wants Brock to come to dinner. Why?" Reba groaned.

"Brock and Barbra Jean are supposed to have dinner with Mama and Daddy tonight with the kids."

"I'll bring Elizabeth too, but I don't think that she will enjoy watching Nana grill Brock. Nana might turn him into something bad. I don't know. I have a bad feeling about this. I'll meet you there. I'm stopping briefly at Mama and Daddy's place first before we go. I want to get the kids settled in."

"I got an e-mail from Luke this morning before I left. He's so sweet. He wanted me to have a nice trip."

"It's none of your business. You are the most annoying kid sister on the planet. We're just friends. He's nice and easy to talk to. That's it. I'm hangin' up now. Bye." Reba shook her head as she ended the call.

Brock took that opportunity to talk to her. "How's Paige doin'?"

"She's fine, but she's got nothin' else better to do than meddle in my life."

"I heard. So who's Luke? Someone from school?"

The heavy lashes that shadowed her eyes flew up. "No. He's just a friend that I talk to online."

"Are you seein' him on the side behind Mike's back?"

"No, of course not! He really is just a friend. I met him online about four or five months ago. We just talk online. It's perfectly innocent and very safe. We haven't exchanged any personal information at all. I don't even know his name and he doesn't know mine." she said, clearly surprised that he had asked her.

"You said that his name was Luke."

"For heaven's sakes, Brock, that's just a nickname that I gave him. We met playing poker online and then started talking afterwards."

"What's his screen name? I bet it's something just to attract lonely women."

"His screen name is LovinCowboy84. Happy?" Reba answered with her usual sarcasm.

Brock was momentarily speechless in his surprise. He didn't know how to respond in that moment. Were he and Reba really arguing about this? He wanted to break out his characteristic smirk, but he maintained a blank expression. Man, he really wanted to say something to her about this. Obviously, Reba's friendship with LovinCowboy84 was a lot more meaningful than Brock gave it credit for. Everything was going better than he had anticipated.

"Reba's screen name is RamblinRedRose." Barbra Jean interjected excitedly from the backseat.

"Shut up, Barbra Jean!" Reba yelled. That was the last thing that Reba wanted Brock to find out about. So now, he knew about their poker game online. Biting her lip, she looked away.

Brock leaned over to whisper in her ear. "I knew that you were too pretty to be named Kevin and I was right. So when are we goin' on our date?"

The question was a stab at her heart. That conversation took place between them two years ago. Circumstances were different. She was single and flirting online. She wasn't exactly single anymore. It sent her pulses spinning the same way that it did back then when he told her who he was at the end of their conversation. He seemed to enjoy her struggle to capture her composure.

"When you become a totally different person." There was defiance in her tone as well as subtle challenge. Reba's reaction seemed to amuse him. He seemed very pleased with himself.

Reba turned on the radio. They were close enough now to get the McAlester radio station, KMCO on in the car. Suddenly, a familiar voice was heard singing lyrics to a song that she sang in public on the stage at Holliway's six years ago. Reba was stunned. Brock's jaw dropped. Barbra Jean sat up from the backseat with a wide smile.+

"Folks, I'm gonna pick up the pace now. I've got a song to sing to my special guy."

Under a lovers' sky
Gonna be with you
And no one's gonna be around
If you think that you won't fall
Well just wait until
'Til the sun goes down

Underneath the starlight - starlight
There's a magical feeling - so right
It'll steal your heart tonight

You can try to resist
Try to hide from my kiss
But you know
But you know that you can't fight the moonlight
Deep in the dark
You'll surrender your heart
But you know
But you know that you can't fight the moonlight
No, you can't fight it
It's gonna get to your heart

There's no escape from love
Once a gentle breeze
Weaves its spell upon your heart
No matter what you think
It won't be too long
'Til you're in my arms
Underneath the starlight - starlight
We'll be lost in the rhythm - so right
Feel it steal your heart tonight

Don't try then
You're never gonna win

Underneath the starlight - starlight
There's a magical feeling - so right
It will steal your heart tonight

You can try to resist
Try to hide from my kiss
But you know
Don't you know that you can't fight the moonlight
Deep in the dark
You'll surrender your heart
But you know
But you know that you can't fight the moonlight
No, you can't fight it
It's gonna get to your heart

"Folks, that was Can't Fight the Moonlight. The singer is our very own Reba McKinney-Hart. We have another song for you comin' right up." Michael Davis announced.

"Best brother-in-law ever! I'm gonna make sure that my sister stays married to that guy." Reba said gleefully.

Another song came on the radio.

I was born 3 months too early
The doctor gave me 30 days
but I must of had my momma's will
And God's amazing grace
I guess I'll keep on livin'
Even if this loves to die for
Cause your bags are packed and I ain't cryin'
You're walking out and I'm not tryin' to change your mind
Cause I was born to be...

The baby girl without a chance
A victim of the circumstance
The one who oughta give up
But she's just too hard headed
A single mom who works two jobs
Who loves her kids and never stops
With gentle hands and a heart of a fighter
I'm a survivor...

I don't believe in self-pity
It only brings you down
May be the queen of broken hearts
But I don't hide behind the crown
When the deck is stacked against me
I just play a different game
My roots are planted in the past
And though my life is changin' fast
Who I am is who I wanna be

The baby girl without a chance
A victim of circumstance
The one who oughta give up
But she's just to hard headed
A single mom who works two jobs
Who loves her kids and never stops
With gentle hands and a heart of a fighter
I'm a survivor...

oh...A single mom who works two jobs
Who loves her kids and never stops
With gentle hands and a heart of a fighter
I'm a survivor...

But I must of had my momma's will
And God's amazing grace

I'm a survivor

I'm a survivor...

"Wasn't she great? That was Reba McKinney-Hart again singin' I'm a Survivor. She will be appearing with the Oklahoma Storm band at Holliway's this Friday and Saturday night. Come on out and see the new changes bein' made at Holliway's." Michael Davis announced again over the airwaves.

Reba turned the radio down when a new song was being played. "I was on the radio. I've never been on the radio before. That was awesome! My sister, her husband, and my boyfriend gave me the most wonderful surprise. I have a wonderful family ever! I love being back home."

Brock winced at the words 'back home'. It was as if after twenty-four years, Reba still didn't consider Houston as home. "That's great, honey. You sound like you were born to be on the radio."

"That was awesome! Let's get to Mama and Daddy's quickly so we can get to Nana's."

When they got to Reba's parents' house, Reba said a quick hello to her parents before running off to explore the land on their property. This was the family homestead that she dearly loved. She jumped on the old tree swing near the barn. She swung back and forth on that for a few minutes before jumping off to run towards the barn. Barbra Jean was with the kids visiting with JV and Helen. Helen was home in anticipation of the arrival of the Hart family. Barbra Jean, Cheyenne, and Kyra carefully watched Brock and Reba as they arrived at the house. They stayed in the house to leave the pair alone outside.

Brock followed Reba from the moment that they had arrived. He loved to see her so carefree. It had been so long since she'd been this way. She was swinging on the old swing just like she'd done so many times all those years ago when he fell in love with her. For a moment, it was like they had traveled back in time and he was the boy with the crush on the cute redhead who barely gave him the time of day. He actually felt that same old pride rise within him. He was proud to be with her. He felt lucky that she'd actually chosen to be with him once.

He'd waited years for her to give him a chance in the first place. When was the last time that he felt that way in Houston when she was still his? Brock realized that if he'd held onto these feelings and cherished Reba properly like she deserved, then she'd still be his wife. He took her away from a life and a home that gave her joy for the promise of everlasting happiness and fulfillment together. He'd let her down. He realized this shamefully. When he looked at her, he saw that same innocent young woman who put all of her faith and trust in him. He followed her out to the barn.

She was sitting in the hayloft with a faraway look in her eyes. He climbed up there to join her. "Whatcha thinkin' about?" he asked.

She was clearly startled by his arrival. "Memories."

"Me, too. This is where you told me that you were pregnant with Cheyenne." An easy smile played at the corners of his mouth.

A thoughtful smile curved her mouth. "I was terrified. You made things better by holding me and telling me that everything would be alright."

"And it was. We have a daughter with a daughter of her own now."

"But I was as scared as Cheyenne was when she told us about Elizabeth."

"I remember that day. All I could think about was the day that you told me about we were having her."

"No. You were thinkin' about makin' babies, not havin' them. I know ya too well. You were lookin' at me with a smirk on your face." Reba said, pointing her finger at him for emphasis.

"You're darn right! How about an old fashioned roll in the hay, honey?" Brock teased.

His smile was boyishly affectionate. She returned the smile. He offered her his arm once they climbed down out of the hayloft. They walked out of the barn, arm in arm.

They arrived at Reba's grandmother's house for dinner. Reba didn't feel like talking to her parents much so they headed out to her grandparents' house faster than expected. Cheyenne McEntire-Smith was a formidable force. Brock heard things that made him worried about meeting her, but he figured that it was about time. She was someone who loved and cared about Reba. He knew that it was important that he get to know her for Reba's sake. If he really loved Reba, then he had to get to know her and all parts of her life. It seemed that Reba kept a part of herself from him and then used that as an excuse to stay away from him.

She seemed to think that they weren't meant to be. Brock was determined to prove that they were so he was going to have to dig deep to discover all the parts of this complicated woman. This dinner was bound to be complicated. Reba insisted that Barbra Jean come to dinner with them. She insisted that Brock be more open and understanding with his wife in order to help their marriage. This conflicted with his plan to spend time with Reba during the vacation. He wanted to be with her without the interruption of everyone else in the family around. They understood, of course, but Barbra Jean was not in a position to argue with Reba.

That left Brock taking Barbra Jean, Elizabeth, and Reba to dinner at Reba's grandparents' house. Cheyenne McEntire-Smith was a brunette with violet eyes who was a classic beauty in her time. It was clear that Reba inherited her strength and her beauty from this woman. She was the matriarch of her family in the same way that Reba was becoming the matriarch of the Hart family. He wondered what Reba would look like when she was seventy-five years old. Brock knew that Reba would still be as beautiful at that age as she was today because she was still as beautiful as she was on the day that they met.

"So you are Brock Hart, hmm? Nana Cheyenne eyed him warily.

"Yes, Ma'am. It's nice to finally meet you." Brock was nervous. Now he knew how Van felt when he was meeting JV, Helen, and Grammy Elizabeth.

"Young man, why is it that I am just now meeting you?"

"I'm not sure. You'd have to ask your granddaughter that question. I've always gone along with what she's wanted."

"Hmm, there's something not right about this."

"Reba made up her mind a long time ago that she didn't want me to know about her abilities or anything else about the family's magic. I can honestly say that, although I'm surprised about it, I'm not upset or anything. Reba is a special, unique person and I value everything that makes her the woman that she is."

"Fair enough." Nana Cheyenne seemed to ponder this for a moment. She put her hands on Brock's arm and closed her eyes. She was silent. It was clear that she was having a vision, but she didn't react as Reba did to her visions. She opened her eyes and looked at him. "It appears that you are not hiding any more secrets that will harm my Reba. Your heart is finally in the right place. So you plan on getting my granddaughter pregnant for the sixth time?"

Brock didn't know what to say to her. What exactly did the old woman know? What was it that she saw in her vision? "Relax, I'm not gonna say a word. I happen to think that she may actually be better off with you. I have it on good authority that you will make a good husband to Reba, if you get that second chance."

"I was under the impression that you didn't like me."

"I didn't. You conspired to hurt my granddaughter. You did many things to lie to her and hurt her. Then I began to see the good things that you've done for her and the good things that you will do for her in the future. I also love my great-grandchildren and you are their father. There's another feisty redhead in your future. Your daughter will be a remarkable young woman."

"Are you saying what I think you're sayin'?" Brock couldn't believe his ears.

"From what I've seen, that seems to be the case. But Reba is very fond of telling me how visions are not set in stone because the future can be easily changed. No matter what I see, Reba seems to be determined to change it. You have a hard road ahead of you. But I can tell you that Maggie will be a source of great joy for you and Reba, if the future plays out like I've seen. Welcome to our family." Nana Cheyenne revealed.

She stuck her hand out and Brock shook it. "I'm honored, Ma'am. I truly am. I'm not gonna blow it this time. I promise."

"You better not, if you know what's good for you. I'll be watching you." She narrowed her eyes at him and pointed her finger at him for emphasis as she gave him the warning. He smiled fondly. She was just like Reba. He pictured Reba saying the same thing to Elizabeth's future husband.

Brock enjoyed the dinner with Reba's grandma and step-grandfather. He was dreading the moment when they had to go to Holliway's. He didn't want to see her with Mike. The thought of seeing them together wounded him deep. He had to come up with a way to win her back. He had an extra incentive now. They had a daughter to bring into the world together. He was not going to let that go without a fight. Being here brought up so many memories of their past for Brock. He wondered if the same was true for Reba. He hoped so. He was hoping that they'd shared enough memories here together to compete with the memories that she shared with Mike. Only time would tell...

What happens next? Stay tuned to find out in the next chapter!

Coming up: There is also an old-fashioned sleepover with Reba, Kim, Barbra Jean, and Paige at the apartment. It's Barbra Jean's idea. Mike surprises Reba with a remodeled apartment and her old vehicle fixed much to Reba's delight.

On Friday, Reba and Mike take everyone to dinner with their parents. Everyone is gathered to show approval to Mike and Reba's relationship at Frontier's. Reba's father is giving the couple a custom built house on their family's land. Mike's father paid for the renovations to the apartment. The Holliways give the bar and the restaurant over to Mike and Reba to own jointly. Mike is avoiding Reba's efforts at lovemaking because he wants her to agree to marry him first. He wants proof of a commitment. Mike takes on a silent partner in the bar. Reba is not happy with the silent partner.

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