IRIS
Hours later, dressed in riding clothes, I set out to the stables to spend time with nyx. I didn't get dressed in the bedroom after Hilda told me she had confided Xander's to bed rest. With my current mood, it was best to avoid him.
Immediately I walked into her stall, nyx raised her head to rub her head against me. I stroke her mane, smiling softly at the attention I was getting from it which is a testament of our relationship. Seeing that she now trusts me, I won't be needing any help from Xander.
Leading her out of the stables to the open field, I sigh, staring into the distance. Breathing in the gentle breeze outside, marvelling at how perfect the weather was for riding. I was on the verge of getting on nyx when I remembered I hadn't put a saddle on her.
"Could you grab one of the saddles for me? I'm taking her for a ride." A chuckle escaped me as the horse nudged me by my side.
