“Hold on, Vera,” Leo said, throwing one leg off the horse as he managed to get down.

That was also Raya’s cue to stop. Even though he had not spoken directly to her.

Firstly, he leaned in, giving his horse an okay amount of water. He had appointed himself to this role. Next up was Vera’s horse.

Leo made his way to the back, where Silver stood tall. This was the second time since they moved that he gave Silver water, and yet he had not said a single word to Raya.

After what seemed like Silver had had enough to drink, he took a step but paused, clearing his...