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CHAPTER 132
Astrid stirred within me and I steadied my breath, happy to have her with me one more time. I looked down, rubbing Diamond's mane. "Hey girl, ready?"
Diamond responded by stomping her foot on the ground and before I could react, I was riding.
Zade and his black stallion were already gone and so was I.
"Let's do this," I said and charged off.
My hands held the reins steady, and my body seemed to have a mind of its own. We rode swiftly through the woods, the trees becoming a blur.
I laughed, feeling the wind in my hair and the adrenaline in my veins.
Suddenly, I heard a voice calling out my name and Diamond responded by suddenly slowing down and lifting her legs, pushing us back.
My heart thudded a little as the thrill coursed through me anew as Diamond neighed loudly, making me laugh in turn.
"Zara!"
Shock registered in Zade's eyes as he pulled his horse up beside mine, his expression a mix of concern and awe.
"Are you okay?"
