"Easy boy," Briana said to the exquisite animal. "You know you can't fly with both of us on."
"He can't?" Seth asked, surprised.
"No, the weight is too much for him," Briana answered. With a light clicking of her tongue, Kirlin trotted into the forest.
The slight gush of wind in his face felt good to Seth as Kirlin's trot broke into a full gallop. The trees passed quickly around them as Kirlin darted between them expertly. Elderberry trees, cedar, and black and white spruce passed them quickly. Then Seth noticed a cherry tree.
"Stop here for a minute," Seth called out abruptly.
"What?" Briana sounded confused, but pulled Kirlin to a stop.
"Cherries," Seth said, grinning, as he quickly hopped from Kirlin's back. Briana followed, holding Kirlin's reins behind her. Seth gently ran
