"We do!" Béatrice clapped her hands. "An extra-large mountain bike! It's brand new. And you'll wear one of our helmets so we can watch the route you took afterwards. This will be an inaugural ride so you can help us by telling us afterwards if you think it's something the tourists will enjoy. I'm told there is a lovely single track trail down in the valley by the river!"

Ben actually thought that sounded like fun so he nodded with a smile. Béatrice clapped her hands and gave him another hug. Then she noticed how dusty her clothes had gotten and looked down at herself with dismay.

"Come on you!...