In the days that followed, Leech's life returned to the rhythm it had before his trip to Green Forest Castle.
In the stables, the Groom told Leech that the fiery-maned mare was in excellent condition. She was eating a lot, and the comfortable care she was receiving had made her plump and strong.
When Leech asked about the due date, the Groom gave him an approximate time.
Autumn.
A horse's gestation period is about three hundred days. The Griffin bloodline might have some effect, but she would definitely give birth this autumn.
Leech stressed to the Groom that a successful birth would earn him a handsome reward. If it failed... well, he wouldn't want to fail.
His next order of business was to tour the three villages, inspect the watermill, and especially check on the commercial district currently under construction.
The brick kiln was being built.
