Drabble 7:
Bright.
Hot.
Bone-crackingly dry.
It was summer on the High Chaparral. Water was crucial to the survival of the cattle and, therefore, the ranch.
After completing morning rounds, John rode between watering spots to determine their current states. The herd shifted between watering holes and wells frequently to allow them to replenish from what groundwater was present.
Measuring depth, he recorded it in his notebook as even deeper thoughts troubled him.
He didn't understand why Victoria had broached it again. They'd already agreed, but suddenly she wanted to change his mind. He would stand firm; she'd get over it soon.
~HC~
Author's Note: A watering hole was seen in at least one episode (Season 4's "Wind") and the collapse of a watering well was featured in Season 3's "Too Many Chiefs".
Many thanks to Cathy for the lovely review comments!
For those who enjoy romantic drabbles that are complete (with no wait for the next one! Sorry Cathy!), I invite you to check out my previous work, BG04A - Dinner Date, a story in 16 drabbles set in the classic Battlestar Galactica universe. Though the story takes place in a science fiction setting, there's no need to know anything about the fandom; the events in the story could take place almost anywhere with only the slightest of modifications. You'll find Dinner Date listed among the stories in my profile.
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