“You’ve gotten a lot better at riding. You’re a fast learning, little girl,” he complimented me openly.

I walked by his side as I noticed that the sun was about to set. It was unfortunate that another day was coming to an end. We both knew that I had to leave to return to the maids’ quarters before sunset. That was the rule.

“It’s all thanks to you,” I thanked him with a smile.

He didn’t say anything, and I couldn’t help but wonder what he was thinking about. I smiled to myself again as I looked up at the sky as it was turning orange from the setting sun....