"This isn't so hard," Kael murmured as he adjusted himself on the back of the first horse in the caravan. The morning breeze tousled his hair as he kept a firm posture, the reins held tightly in his hands. The stableman, who had initially instructed him on the basics, watched from a distance with a mix of surprise and approval.
"You learn fast, kid," the older man commented, walking alongside the horse. "Most people take days to find balance on a horse, but you're already comfortable up there like it's second nature."
Kael shrugged. "I guess it helps to have worked on controlling my own body," he replied, trying to sound casual, but secretly pleased with the compliment.
"Just don't get too cocky," the stableman warned with a smile. "Horses don't like overly confident people. Treat it with respect."
