HC02-The Ride

by VST

Near the end of what might have been the fifth season, John must go on a business trip that could have an important effect on the future of the High Chaparral. While he is away, other things happen that will affect that very future. A limited drabble fic told in scenes of exactly 100 words each, this is a sequel to HC01-The Fight. Complete!

18. Drabble 18: Ride Like the Wind

Drabble 18: Ride Like the Wind

Leaping on Jama, Wind galloped away from the ranch. He soon slowed a bit, but continued riding relatively hard through the broiling afternoon heat of midsummer toward town. He couldn't ride all out or Jama wouldn't make it the 35 miles.

He couldn't ride too slow or Mrs. Cannon and the baby might not.

It would do no good to bring her all the way to Tucson to find the doctor was not available. His job was to find him and have him ready when she arrived.

Wind encouraged his horse.

Jama's rapid hoofbeats continued unabated.

Tucson, just 34 miles.

~HC~

Author's Note: I'm traveling today so I've set this up in advance to be able to post from my phone. Thanks to all the readers and any reviewers who may have commented on Drabble 17; I'll do individual thank yous and respond to any comments on Friday. Hope everyone has a great day!