Chapter 99: It Was Fun
"Abi! You need to slow down." Olivia warned as the girl pulled the reins again before the horse could relax from the first gallop. The mare neighted loudly and galloped again but the girl kept pulling the reins.
Leo glared at his sister too but Abi ignored him. She likes the thrill of jumping. It felt like she was touching the sky.
The golden sun hung high in the sky, casting a warm glow over the rolling fields. The scent of fresh earth and blooming wildflowers filled the air as a gentle breeze whispered through the tall grass. Birds chirped in the distance, their melodies blending harmoniously with the rhythmic thuds of the horses’ hooves against the soft ground.
Abi’s laughter rang out, light and carefree, as she let the cool wind rush past her face. She could feel the mare’s powerful muscles beneath her, moving with a grace that sent a thrill through her veins. The world blurred slightly as she galloped, the tall trees lining the dirt path swaying gently in the breeze, their leaves shimmering under the golden sunlight.
Leo, though more composed, was just as enchanted by the ride. He ran his fingers along his horse’s thick mane, feeling the warmth of the animal beneath him. "This is incredible," he murmured under his breath, his heart swelling with a sense of adventure.
Olivia rode beside them, her experienced hands steady on the reins as she watched over them with a fond smile. "You’re doing well, but remember—control is key. The horse responds to your commands, but you must be firm and gentle at the same time."
Abi barely listened. The exhilaration of riding was intoxicating. The way her mare moved, the sensation of freedom—she wanted more. Ignoring Olivia’s advice, she urged the horse forward again, laughing as the mare picked up speed.
"Abi, slow down!" Leo called after her, his voice edged with concern.
But the girl was too lost in the moment to heed his warning. She leaned forward, gripping the reins tighter. The mare neighed loudly, flicking its ears back as if sensing her excitement, but then something changed.