Page 5 of Finding Forever in Cedarwood

“Animals. He runs a farm, too. If you have a dog, cat, horse, rabbit, bird or whatever that needs a home, he’ll find one or take it in himself. The thing is, he doesn’t just find a home. He finds the right one for the critter. He has the knack. Animals he knows. Checking accounts? No. I straighten it out for him. Anyway, Colin and Jordan should be here anytime now.”

“Good deal,” Liam said. “I’m impressed your brother rescues animals. I’m also impressed there’s another person out there who can’t balance their check book. I thought I was the only one.”

“Don’t flirt with Stone. He has a boyfriend,” Arthur snapped. “Just don’t.”

“Who said I wanted to flirt with him? I’m relating.” He wasn’t ready to come out or have a relationship and Arthur was already warning him against someone.Jesus.

“Right. Relate your way away from my half-brother.”

“I haven’t met him. We might hate each other.” For all he knew, the guy would take one look at him and run. He was too high-strung, and if that was what Stone thought, he’d be right.

“My brother is a good man.” Arthur remained standing and folded his arms. “Hands to yourself.”

“Will do. I’m in town to prep for a part and to learn about Cedarwood. I’m not looking for a date—with anyone.” He rested his elbows on the table. “So you have nothing to worry about.”

“Right.” Arthur snorted. “Colin’s here, so we can get that rolling. Why don’t we move to my office?”

“Whatever you say.” He followed Arthur out of the room to the home office.What an odd guy.He could be so chatty, but protective. Then again, he reminded Liam of the town. They were probably nice enough, but guarded. He’d deal. He hadn’t risen through the ranks of spoiled child star to adult star to serious actor by ignoring the quirks of others.Use what you can to get what you want.He was there for the role, and damn it, he’d absorb everything.

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