The Return of the Yellowstone Patriarch

Written by kk November 27, 2023

John travels to unknown train station, reasons unknown

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Meets shady character, offered business deal or opportunity

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Deal involves land rights or development plans in Yellowstone

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John conflicted, deal lucrative but environmental impact a concern

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Vision of his late father and reflections on family legacy sway him

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Surprising alliance forms between John and former rival

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Danger arises, John narrowly survives attack by unknown enemies

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Iconic Yellowstone train becomes central setting for pivotal plot

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