Nala
Luckily, I had studied the terrain when we arrived, so I knew where the field was. I charged my horse in that direction, feeling the thrill of the ride.
Xander, clearly no rookie, caught up to me in no time and even overtook me. It had been a long time since I’d ridden a horse, but muscle memory took over, and I found myself moving with ease.
As I galloped through the field, the breeze whipping through my hair, I felt a sense of freedom I hadn’t felt in a long time. Xander was just ahead, occasionally turning to look back at me with a carefree laugh.
Seeing him like this, so relaxed and full of life, was incredible. It was clear he was letting himself go, living in the moment, and I appreciated it deeply. For his sake—and mine—I decided to let go of all my worries and just enjoy
