Chapter 24 - What Happened to Mercer
Wade Mercer received a reduced sentence for cooperating.
He spent years repairing bridges and roads under territorial supervision.
When he eventually returned, he did not call himself a hero.
He went to Samuel's ranch.
"I owe you."
Samuel shook his head.
"You owe the people you hurt."
Mercer lowered his eyes.
"I know."
He began working for the water cooperative.
He never became Samuel's friend.
But he became useful.
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