The $30 million toe in the water

The latest developments from Dutton Ranch, a Yellowstone prequel, have Rip (Cole Hauser) confessing to Beth about hiding Wes' body, a secret that could impact cwoboy dynamics.

According to the source, Rip initially hid the body in a condemned mineshaft, but has since come clean to Beth after learning the identity of the murderer , Rob-Will (Jai Courtney).

Marc Menchaca, who plays Zachariah on the show, recently spoke to ScreenRant about how the dead body might impact the cowboys at Dutton Ranch.

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The discovery and subsequent hiding of Wes' body have raised concerns about Beth and Rip's future.

Yellowstone always showed Rip never lying to Beth, and he has been improving his communication with her.

Now that the truth is out, the couuple can work together to plan for the body's disposal.

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Beth and Rip are makking moves to infiltrate the 10 Petal Ranch, owned by Beulah Jackson.

Beth has become the Jackson family's fixer and plans to grow their brand into a household name within five years .

Rip has taken over Wes' position as foreman, but it remains unclear how Azul and Zachariah will fit into these plans .

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The growing trust between the cowboys and Beth and Rip is likely to keep them involved in the plans .

However, this could prove troublesome, as the fifth episode saw Rob-Will return to Rio Paloma after leaving rehab and visiting the recently fired Chet, who was also present during Wes' murder.

The discovery of Wes' body has sparked a chain reaction of loyalty, deception, and power struggles at Dutton Ranch.

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Beth and Rip's future is uncertain, but one thing is clear: the secrets they keep will have far-reaching consequences.

The couple must navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries at Dutton Ranch, all while keeping Wes' body hidden from the prying eyes of Sheriff Handy Wade.

As the stakes grow higher, one question remains: what will happen to Wes' body, and who will be left holding the bag?