Chapter 3: Royalty in the Arena
The next morning Brad and Hank were at the barn for Brad’s second lesson. Hank had wanted to get there early. Several more of his clients had arrived and were asking for his time in the ring. The weather promised to be warm, even for Florida, and Hank wanted to get as much done as possible before the heat of the day set in.
“You're walkin' a little funny there, cowboy,” Brad said with a chuckle. “Regrettin’ givin' me that ridin' lesson last night?”
Hank turned, smiled and grabbed Brad in a headlock. “Hell no! Lookin' forward to another one just like it real soon.”
He released Brad as they came to where Rico and Juan were mucking stalls.
“Mornin', guys,” the men said to stable hands.
“How long ago did ya feed the horses?” Hank asked.
“They were fed
