(ZEVRAN)
"Asa," I said sharply. "Why are you here?"
He shifted his gaze to mine. "Oh, right." His cheeks were a little pink from whatever Finlay had been saying. "Um, I was thinking about going horseback riding."
"Horseback riding?" I repeated dully, even as a stab of jealousy sliced through me.
"Yes, I met your stable manager, Kurt, earlier today. He invited me down to the stables. I was thinking it might be nice to get some exercise and fresh air."
Is that right?
"That sounds like fun," Finlay said brightly.
"I thought so." Asa nodded. "I usually try to exercise every day. I've been very lazy since I've been here."
Finlay smirked. "Still looks mighty yummy to me." Asa laughed awkwardly. "Thanks."
Sweat broke out on my upper lip as I watched them. A surge of jealousy washed over me, and I blurted, "I don't think that's a good idea, Asa. You don't need to go riding."
