[TENAYA SYDNEY HOLLAND]

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Tenaya had received a text from Kegan, asking to meet her at the local Starbucks. It seemed so far as if the new owner was more hands on compared to the previous one. She usually checked in to see that everyone was actually doing their work. Thankfully to Tenaya, all the horses were shod on time and she threw herself into helping pick up the slack. 

The blonde had finished helping turn the horses out before heading to her truck. She checked the time, wanting to make sure she was going to be early for her meeting. On the drive there, she wondered what the main topic of their conversation would be. It didn't exactly sound like a meeting to catch up though, making her worried. The woman pulled her truck into a free parking spot and headed inside, her keys jingling in her hand as almost to serve as a distraction. She waited in line, needing to read the menu board to see what she wanted. 

It wasn't long before she was at the start of the line, ordering herself a pistachio latte and an almond croissant - something she hadn't had before. Getting coffee out was something that she considered a treat. Once she paid for her order and grabbed her coffee and snack, she surveyed the shop - quickly heading towards an empty table for two. She set her coffee down before taking a seat - facing the front door so she was able to see when Kegan arrived.  

• March 23 2024
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• KEGAN LAINEY DIESEL

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[KEGAN LAINEY DIESEL]

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Kegan didn’t make it into town for too much, but she had an appointment for a commission contract. Mainly to chat with a few local business owners that catered to leather goods and tack. Seeing their thoughts on being equipment providers, like an equal trades kind of thing. There weren’t any concrete decisions yet, but Kegan was happy to get the bug out.

She looked at her watch and nodded to herself as she walked down High Street. It was quaint, almost like a small downtown of a Texas town. All it was missing was a mercantile and a large hay silo.

Kegan found the Starbucks easily enough and saw Tenaya waiting for her. The poor girl was probably scared shitless, something Kegan didn’t think would be an issue amongst her staff. But Kegan knew that she brought a lot of change, and a lot of it in a short amount of time. So far, no one has left because of it.

She ordered her coffee and when it was received, she walked over. “Afternoon, Tenaya,” she smiled – hoping to ease the nervous energy Tenaya was most likely feeling. “I’m surprised you wanted to meet at Starbucks, but I guess we all need to leave the ranch sometimes, don’t we?” Kegan took a sip of her coffee before continuing. “I figured I would check in with you. See how you are fairing with everything going on. And be honest. I don’t like when people sugarcoat things.” It wasn’t a threat, as Kegan was truly interested in the feedback. But it also had the tone that Kegan didn’t tolerate liars, and the actual truth would eventually get to her.

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March 23 2024 • outfit • TENAYA SYDNEY HOLLAND

[TENAYA SYDNEY HOLLAND]

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Tenaya took a deep breath. She kept reminding herself she did a great job at work. The blonde tucked a piece of hair behind her ear - thoughts of losing her job came rushing in. To be truthful, Tenaya didn't expect the Ranch to sell - though the previous owner seemed distant lately. 

She took a deep breath as Kegan approached. "Good afternoon, Kegan." The other woman's smile did bring her some comfort, offering the red head a smile in return. "I just thought it would be somewhere different. We spend too much time there for work." It was her goal at least twice a week to leave the Ranch during her time off - and running errands at the feed store didn't count. Even if it was a simple drive to the tack store to chat with Kayleigh and check out the newest Western fashion. 

"I'm feeling...alright.  It's nice to put a name to a face and that you are willing to meet with us all individually." Her mind wandered to Sam - wondering how on Earth his chat with Kegan went - the poor guy must have been scared. "A little shocked because of the sale, but I think I can say all the employees feel that way." She disliked speaking for others, though it was the general feeling around the Ranch. "I feel  it’s been tough. But I’m trying to stay positive and keep pushing forward. There are some rough patches, but I know things will get better eventually." It was the same with change - it'll be normal eventually. 

Tenaya took a sip of her latte before setting it down. "I'm assuming you have big plans for the Ranch in the next little bit?" 

• March 23 2024
• outfit
• KEGAN LAINEY DIESEL

thanks aofie!