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William silently watched Elena. She was walking very quickly, lifting her heels high and then quickly bringing them down, raising and then dropping a thin layer of dust that stuck to her pants, dirtying the cuffs of her light-colored jeans. Inside the training ground, some people had already started running laps, and several spirited horses were striding and trotting, kicking their hooves as they ran, some fast and some slow.
The meteor was led by a rein, and its big eyes excitedly looked at its peers. Obviously, such a scene is not common for this little horse. It was extremely excited, lifting its front hooves and neighing excitedly. Elena, on the side, could hardly hold it back, but seeing the little guy so happy seemed to dispel a lot of her bad mood, and she couldn't help but smile.
"Do you want to give it a try? Let's go over there," William pointed to a spot a little further from the entrance.
He asked calmly, with obvious goodwill.
There were no inquiries about Osiris's identity, nor did he constantly ask about Elena's emotional fluctuations.
He calmly and steadily changed the subject, as if the appearance of the couple was just an insignificant episode that didn't need much attention. Elena was grateful for William's thoughtfulness, as she had no intention of revealing her past.
I scratched the meteor's fluffy mane in my palm, and Elena responded, carefully leading it forward.
"If you're a beginner, I still recommend getting a coach to teach you. There are many things to pay attention to when you're just starting out. It's better to learn the basics first, and then gradually add more content," William said cautiously. He didn't want to discourage Elena, but safety was the priority during the insurance period.
When he spoke, he was facing Elena. By now, he had already prepared the saddle for the shooting star and double-checked all safety measures to ensure everything was in order before turning to Elena. However, Elena looked at him strangely and asked, "Aren't you going to teach me?"
She thought that William brought her here for this.
Her bluntness stunned William for a moment.
Then he awkwardly scratched his head.
He did consider teaching, but that was when Elena showed interest in him. But now, he's not sure. "Do you want me to teach?"
William looked at her expectantly, as if something would change between them once she agreed. It wouldn't be the same as before. But this change made William's smile even brighter.
Instead of the polite and distant smile just now, this time there was obviously a little more happiness. Elena also understood William's intention at this moment. She didn't agree immediately, but she didn't refuse either. She just remained silent for a while, and before William started to feel disappointed, she nodded seriously.
"Yes, if I have to choose a coach, I hope it's you."
William did treat her well.
Perhaps this would be her new beginning.
Just agreeing like this, she felt a little embarrassed again.
"I think Meteor also quite likes you." She awkwardly shifted her body towards Meteor's side, letting Meteor's mane cover her face.
mountingElenais not that easy for this novice, but fortunately William is a good teacher.
Lifted up with effort, she quickly managed to sit steadily on the horse's back.
The warmth of William's hand still lingered on her waist, and both of their faces were flushed.
"Well, let me first tell you about the basics of horseback riding."
William nervously swallowed and placed his hands behind his back, too shy to look into Elena's eyes. Despite his nervousness and shyness, he spoke very earnestly. Elena listened attentively as well.
"When holding the reins, lean forward, yes, you're doing great. I'll be beside you, don't be afraid. Are your legs tight? Are you ready? Good, now give the command."
After getting Elena's consent, William gently tugged on the reins, and Meteor began to take steps forward. The pony's speed wasn't fast, more like a leisurely stroll than the long strides of a larger horse. But for beginners, it was still a bit fast.
A series of bumps jolted at her waist and hips. Elena stiffly maintained a forward-leaning posture, her eyes fixed firmly on the road ahead, not daring to blink. She was too tense, and soon her eyes began to sting, and her palms, gripping the reins tightly, started to sweat. "No, we need to stop."
After slipping twice on the reins, Elena quickly called for a stop. Whether it was the height off the ground or the speed of travel, it all reminded her of the fear of falling. "Hey, take it easy."
Noticing her unease, William grabbed the reins of the meteor. "Feeling better?" he asked with concern. Elena took two deep breaths and nodded.
"Okay, I can do it."
Elena is brave, although the fear in her heart has not dissipated, she is not going to give up just like that. Riding a horse is also a skill for her.
She didn't want to call it quits before it even started. That would be useless. She tried to force a convincing smile, but to William, it just looked like a forced facade of composure.
"You can do it, I will be with you, don't be afraid. Look, the reins are still in my hands, Meteor is a good kid, it knows very well how to cooperate with you," William encouraged repeatedly. Elena finally began to feel a little bit. When Osiris picked out a horse, he saw Elena bending down and whispering something to the man from a distance.
His face was stern, and the reins left a red mark in the palm of his hand.
Why was he angry?
He didn't even know the reason himself.
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