[B]Annaveya IV[/B] -- Time to Ride

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Vain's scathing tone came as little surprise for Anna; having dealt with savage Drakken types before meant such dirisiveness deterred her little now. Though in contrast, his partner seemed more kindly, and she would gracefully follow him as he motioned for her and Miry to follow. Obediently, the Royal would smoothly stride along behind her two new guards, intending to be as small a burden as possible.

Once they entered the courtyard however, the Princess remained unflinching against the cold. However, the same fortune could not be said for Miry, whose chattering teeth could audibly be heard. For a brief moment, Anna watched the girl suffer with distaste, until she made a simple but benevolent decision.

Unraveling the luxurously warm fur coat from about her shoulders, Anna would deftly cast it over Miry's. Certainly it was a little long for the girl, but it would be a great deal warmer in the least. Quietly she would smile lightly to the Mory, bound tonspeak a few more reassuring words, only to finally have their Lord ride up to meet them, with a handful of horses in tow. Once he finally met with them, he asked of either of them could ride.

Naturally, Anna nodded to affirm such. [B]"Of couree, M'lord."[/b] She stated first, walking over to the other available horses and carefully studying them. [B]"As Miry can attest, I have spent countless hours sneaking off to the Royal Stables for the sake of learning Horse Husbandry. I can ride, very well at that."[/b]

Having chosen her beast, she dug one boot into a stirrup, and easily vaulted herself to sit comfortably upon the Horse. Riding easily as side saddle, Annaveya guided her mount to casually march up beside Zakroti. Reaching forward, she gently stroked the mane of her horse soothingly, before finally addressing Zakroti at long last.

[B]"I am afraid that Miry has not been taught how to ride. I do recommend that she rides with you, M'lord."[/B] she stated smoothly in finality, checking over herself one last time to insure she was fully ready for the long road ahead.