Michele Feltman Strider on Nostr: Since the mystery rider's path leads away from the torches, you go that way. After ...

Since the mystery rider's path leads away from the torches, you go that way. After only one mis-mount, you're off.

Lily is fast and focused. Soon, you hear the mystery horse. You're closing in.

You hear a splash as the rider crosses a stream. Lily follows. Your feet get wet down to your socks.

Suddenly, the rider turns on you. The mystery horse rears up on two legs. A woman's voice shouts, "Who goes there? You the law?"

"No." You're not on the HOA board.

"Then how come you're followin' me?"