Johnny Madrid Series—No.3: Sequel to 'Hate': His promises to his mother kept, Johnny prepares to face his growing reputation, but first there is something he wants to know. A short visit is all it should take, but things don't go as planned.**WARNING**This story has grit. Chap 8, 11 and 12 each include a scene that may upset some readers. Note extra warning at the top of Chap 11.

Scott Lancer leaves Boston at a young age determined to find his father. (Multichapter Story) AR

Harlan Garrett visits Lancer and some dreadful things occur. Some good things happen, too, including an inheritance. A 20-part Lancer family mystery. H/C, hurt!Johnny, bad!Harlan, heroic!Scott, family, gen, western. Written years ago, now being posted here in chapter form.

A short tag for Foley. I felt there had to be some bad history between Polly and Johnny for him to react to her the way he did when he discovered who is brother was helping.

Scott and Johnny run into a little trouble trying to make it home. Originally written in 2008.