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We were all packed and ready to go. Even Ladon, who was beaming with a big smile while perched on a large white horse that made him look even smaller, was prepared for the journey. Surprisingly, my father hadn’t argued with me when I said I would take Ladon along. He almost encouraged it, saying it was time the boy saw more than just the palace walls.
I could only assume my father was happy to have the boy off his hands for a while. My mother, however, viewed it differently. She stood there, hands pressed together in front of her, watching her youngest son on the big horse with a worried expression. Ladon was already an excellent rider, but this journey would be long, and we might encounter some trouble, so I understood her concern.
“Just… look after him. You know how quick he
