Summary

Part Three, continued

In Chapter 28, Victoria is happy to be home for Christmas. She and Raymond prepare for dinner, and Raymond belatedly tells Victoria that Linda will also be coming. Victoria wants to know why Raymond did not tell her sooner, but Raymond explains it is just the mistake of an old man. When Linda arrives, Raymond introduces her to Victoria and Katie. As they sit down for dinner, Victoria asks Raymond to say Grace, and he does. Linda is interested to learn about Victoria and ranching. Raymond explains he has three 640-acre sections. Linda explains she is originally from Cedar Rapids, but left when her life fell apart. She explains she would like to go on to Denver someday. When she leaves, her car won’t start, so Raymond has to give her a jump. When she leaves, Raymond returns inside. Victoria has...