Chapter 135

RIDING THE HORSES THROUGH THE outer gate felt fantastic. Loi called to Sabyn. 'So, where to?'

He jerked his head in the direction. 'This way. It'll be a hard ride for a good hour.'

She gave a whoop of excitement when they charged off. The track quickly changed from an easy path to a winding, narrow track, with some decent drops. Their speed slowed as they navigated the trailthe most challenging ride she'd been on in a while, and she rose in the stirrups as her horse readied to jump a log. Jumping had been a particular challenge to learn on Earth and Loi felt a thrill of delight when she aced the landing. Being able to ride in rough terrain, instead of the easy trekking paths on Earth, was something she'd rarely had the opportunity to do.

Encouraging her horse after Sabyn's, her long heavy braid flopped over a shoulder as she leaned forward. She flicked it back, while admiring Sabyn. He rode as well as she did. She bit her lower lip while her eyes traced the muscles of his back, visi