The Understated Dragon Lord novel Chapter 692

Danny came out of the lake, answering with an easygoing chuckle, "Smarty, while you’ve been busy, so have I—keeping the ladies amused."

"Country boy, Easton and I have cut a huge pile of wood; come help us bring it out."

Danny could see right away Smart was up to something, but he wasn't concerned. He was curious to see what trick Smart might pull. Agreeing readily, he followed Smart into the small woods.

"They've entered the woods," Victoria observed, which earned her a playful glare from Belle.

"Do you want to follow the country boy into the woods?"

"It's you who wants to go, isn't it?"

"Off you go, you silly girl! Can't you be serious for a moment?"

"I just have a feeling Smart is plotting something."

"Of course he is, but that country boy isn't stupid either. If he agreed to go, he must be prepared."