CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY TWO – CHILDHOOD RIVALS

As Walt booked the "Honeymoon Suite" despite Kayla's protests, she filled him in on some of the tamer antics of her and Lance's adventures. "So then this crazy Veronica faked bein' a long-lost sister to try an' cause trouble?" Walt guffawed, shaking his head. "Good grief, darlin', you two haven't had a dull day!" "Not for lack of trying." Kayla accepted the keycard with a warm smile. "Don't worry, Walt - crazy exes and deranged stalkers are behind us. This trip is just for peace and quiet." Walt winked conspiratorially. "Well now, if peace an' quiet's what you're after, this little hideaway has got you covered. Most excitement we get is Ms. Callie's boys raisin' a ruckus down at the Mini Mart." "Course, there is an unmarked visitor lurkin' around lately that's got folks gossipin' like schoolgirls." Walt leaned in conspiratorially. "Some fancy out-of-towner been spotted hiking the trails alone at night. City fella, from what I hear." Kayla arched one brow, intrigued despite herself