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Chapter 1: Emmett
Overview
After a poor ride, Emmett rejects a reality TV offer until the payout could rescue his grandparents’ struggling farm. He secures family approval to host filming at Stal Brandt for substantial rental income while he continues chasing a WBRF championship. The decision sets up personal and public stakes.
Summary
Emmett Brandt, an elite WBRF bull rider reeling from a bad ride, shuts down publicity head Georgia’s repeated push to star on a Romance Ranch dating show. When Georgia reveals a $500,000 payout plus farm rental fees, Emmett grudgingly agrees to take a call, seeing a way to help his family.
On New Year’s morning at Stal Brandt, Emmett announces the offer to his grandparents, Tina (Oma) and Leon (Opa), and siblings Parker, Evan, and Riley. Initial disbelief turns to teasing about his commitment issues, but Emmett explains the farm’s financial strain and his plan: six weeks of filming in July, using the bunkhouse to keep operations clear.
Emmett outlines logistics and emphasizes that the production would pay $10,000 per day for thirty days, and he will contribute his own fee to stabilize the farm. Concerned about disruption and expectations, Opa asks practical questions, which Emmett answers with a plan for schedules and a location consultant to minimize impact.
Moved by the financial lifeline, Opa grants his blessing and Oma supports him, provided Emmett is comfortable. Emmett confirms, determined to help the farm while aiming to beat rival Theo Silva at the WBRF finals before filming. The family rallies with humor, and Emmett braces for the public charade of seeking love for the farm’s sake.
Who Appears
- Emmett BrandtWBRF bull rider; reluctantly considers a dating show to financially save his grandparents’ farm; secures family approval.
- GeorgiaWBRF head of publicity and past fling; pushes Emmett to accept the Romance Ranch offer, revealing the lucrative payout.
- Tina Brandt (Oma)Emmett’s grandmother; supportive but practical, grants blessing after hearing the rental fee and Emmett’s intentions.
- Leon Brandt (Opa)Emmett’s grandfather; cautious about disruptions, asks logistics, then approves hosting for the farm’s sake.
- Parker BrandtEmmett’s responsible sister; assesses the plan and supports the decision.
- Evan BrandtEmmett’s brother and farrier; teases Emmett but is engaged in the family discussion.
- Riley BrandtEmmett’s youngest sister, an aspiring Olympic show jumper; jokes about his dating skills yet backs the plan.