~Darius's POV ~
The staff leads Abby and me to the changing area, handing us the riding gear. I pay for everything while she ties her hair up into a high ponytail that makes her look annoyingly good.
She's loosened up a bit with me, I think. She's not trying to run anymore… right?
As we head toward the stables, Abby points excitedly at a white horse. The staff beams. "That's Pumpkin. She's one of our fastest, Mrs. Rassais."
I lean in, lowering my voice just enough for her to feel my breath near her ear. "Do you even know how to ride a horse?"
She frowns and looks up at me, all attitude.
"I'll take that as a no." I grin. "I can teach you, you know."
Her frown deepens, and I can't help the quiet chuckle that slips out. She's cute.
"We'll take Pumpkin," I say to the staff.
"Ah... sorry, Mr Rassais. Pumpkin's already booked," she replies quickly.
"By who?" I ask, noticing the way Abby's shoulders drop a little.
"Mr. Ballis. He should be here any moment."
