Chapter VIII-The Heiress
"I just came into some money; actually a lot of money. I am going to start my own farm, Caldo Farms, and I want you to come with me. But that's not all. I also want to leave it all to you, when I am gone that is. I am also going to take care of you now." –Pablo
"Pablo," Kris said relieved that that was the news; "You don't owe me anything. Besides I could never leave the Ritter's. I would be happy to ride for you and help out but not full time. I have to day though I am thrilled that you think so highly of me." -Kris
"Kris. You are wrong, I do owe you. I haven't been there for you your whole life. That's the other part of the news. I…I…am…um…I'm you…your father."
Kris just sat there stunned. Junior was speechless but snapped out of it in time to help Kris; who began ranting. "How could you do this to me? You were there when I was born and then you left. Was I not good enough for you? Is that why you brought me to Raintree? Did everyone know besides me? This isn't fair. Thanks but I don't need your money or your help. I didn't need you growing up, I didn't need you coming out of jail, and I don't need you now."
Kris stormed out and Junior followed with a sympathetic face. Kris got in a cab and drove away, without him. Just trying to run and leave it all behind her. Junior knew where she was going; he just didn't know how to get there. They were in her neighborhood, near her apartment, and this was her fault. Her mother.