Bette – And who are you?! Her mother?

The blonde looks annoyed.

Tina – I understand that it might be very difficult for you to stop yourself around beautiful girls, but she needs to concentrate on the movie right now! She is the main actress, if you don’t know.

The brunette squints upset.

Bette – And what are you saying? That I’m the big bad wolf who is going to derail your blockbuster movie?

Tina – The joke is not appreciated. First of all, this is an Indie movie, not a blockbuster. Second, I have noticed how women fall for you around here. And I’ve seen you at The Big Bear with your girlfriend!

Bette – She’s a friend, not a girlfriend.

Tina – Ahh … a friend with benefits! Is that your preference?

Bette crosses her arms.

Bette – Do you have a problem with it?

Tina – I don’t! I just want to be able to keep the production schedule while you are around.

Bette – First of all: my personal life is none of your business! Second: Wendy is old enough and can do whatever she pleases! Third: This is my ranch! You are the guest here! Don’t you ever forget it!

She leaves. Tina sighs.

Chapter 9

Western Skies Ranch, morning: Tina leaves the production cabin toward the trailers. Soon after, Bette leaves the house toward the stable. The producer slows down and waits for the brunette. The women face each other.

Tina – Morning!

Bette – Morning.

She passes by the blonde. Tina presses her lips together.

Tina – Listen … I want to apologize for what I said yesterday.

The brunette stops and turns around.

Tina – I was stressed out looking for Wendy and …

She sighs.

Tina – I was completely out of line. I’m very sorry!

Bette – You were inappropriate.

Tina – I know. I’m sorry …

Bette – Make sure it doesn’t happen again.

Tina – It won’t! I promise.

The brunette turns around and makes her way to the stable. Tina sighs.

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A day later

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Western Skies Ranch, morning: Brian and the crew are filming in front of the stable. Jim appears as an extra, brushing a horse. Kit sits on the porch having brunch when Tina approaches with apprehension.