Chapter74 With Lennon out of sight, Lauryn dropped her obedient act.
Her smile faded, her eyes cold, as she softly replied, âMm, itâs fine.â
Mariela didnât notice Laurynâs attitude change.
They werenât close, and this seemed more genuine than forced friendliness Mariela commenced the lesson, âFor beginners, maintaining the correct posture is crucial. Make sure to sit up straight in the saddle.â
Mariela handed the rein to Lauryn..
âTry holding this rein. To move the horse forward, donât pull the rein too hard or back. Ease the tension to reduce pressure, so the horse will walk slowly.
Lauryn followed instructions, holding the rein without pulling back.
Snowphie moved forward slowly, obeying well.
Mariela said warmly, âSnowphie is very gentle. Donât be afraid.â
âIs that so? Laurynâs tone was cold, her response odd.
Mariela reassured her, âDonât worry, Iâm here. Everything will be fine.â
Lauryn curled her lips, saying, âI guess I should thank you then.â
Mariela continued. âTo speed up, gently squeeze the horseâs side with your lower leg. This is leg pressure. The horse will accelerate when it feels âThe more pressure you apply, the faster the horse will go.
âWhen the horse gallops, release the leg pressure in time.â
After explaining, Mariela asked Lauryn, âAre you able to follow along!â
Lauryn answered, âYesâ
They had moved away from their starting point.
Lauryn looked back and couldnât see Lennon anymore.
Mariela continued teaching basic riding skills.
But Lauryn was distracted.
In her right hand, holding the rein, she gripped a brooch.
She had deliberately taken it off and hidden it Mariela didnât notice and asked, âHow are you feeling after riding for so long? Isnât it thrilling to be on horseback?â
Lauryn replied casually, âMm, itâs good.â
âWhat a lovely day,â Mariela said, looking at the sunset.
It was evening, with a stunning sunset and a gentle breeze over the field.
Mariela walked leisurely, enjoying the beautiful view.
After a while, Mariela said, âItâs time to go back.â
Lauryn smiled suggestively.
Mariela felt confused Then the accident occurred.
Snowphie suddenly went wild and galloped uncontrollably.
Lauryn, holding the reins, screamed in terror on the horse.