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Midnight started slowing down and I realised that we had reached the forest. I sat back down, knowing from experience that if I stayed standing, I'd get knocked off by a low-hanging branch. Midnight knew the way, so I just sat and relaxed. When we reached the creek, I dismounted and Midnight started grazing. I climbed up a tree and sat there for a little while, looking around at the scenery. I then settled down to take a nap.

I was woken by Midnight's neigh. I sat up, yawning slightly, and looked up to see what the time was. It was already nine o'clock in the morning. I climbed back down the tree swiftly and silently, then I hopped onto Midnight's back and we were off. When we were out of the forest, again I stood up on Midnight's back. As soon as we were in sight of the gate, I dropped back down. The guards let us in almost immediately (because we had to stop so that they could recognise us). We quickly made our way towards the Ward. As soon as we reached the stable, I hopped off Midnight, lead her in to her stall, and started grooming her again. When I was done, I gave her another apple.

Thanks, Rae. Said Midnight. That was a really nice ride.She looked at me curiously. You know, you don't really stand up often on our rides. Why? She asked. Well, Midnight, most of the time I'm just enjoying being with you on a ride, and I just don't think about standing up. I replied. She stood there for a moment, contemplating that fact. I gave her a hug and a kiss on the nose, and then I walked to the Ward, to my rooms, so I could get changed. If I didn't then Auntie Mya would get upset, and besides, everyone would just complain of the smell. Really, I don't know what they're talking about. Horses smell really nice. Although, I suppose it's just a matter of opinion... that and I've been around horses for ages, so I've probably just gotten really used to them.