Zorro urged Toronado into a gentle canter, and Jaime felt strong muscles relax behind him.
"That was amazing," Jaime said. "Most just ran away."
"Helps to have a reputation."
"Father…"
"Hmm?"
Jaime remained quiet.
"You're wondering how much trouble you are in," Zorro murmured. Jaime leant back against his father. "Pretending to sleep won't help much," Zorro added, smiling.
"Worth a try," Jaime said with a chuckle.
"How about I relay your story to your parents, and let your mother work out your punishment?"
"Please," Jaime said. "Don't tell mother. She's nasty when she's been scared."
"We'll see," Zorro said.