Chapter 22 Horseback riding 2 (2/2)

”Well I am still young so of course I'm still little. Wait and see when I grow up. I'm sure to catch up to you. Hmph.” I said irritated.

”Of course princess. I can't wait for you to grow up.” Leon said with a smile. I can't help but feel that he had a hidden meaning to his words.

Leon smiled brightly at me that I can stay irritated at him. So I let him carry me so that I can pet Margaret.

'Neigh' the horse made a sound.

”It looks like Margaret likes you.” Leon said.

”Really?” I was amazed. ”Then let's be friends okay. I will be in your care.” I said to Margaret. And then Margaret neighed again. I giggled.

”Come now. Let's get you up on Margaret.” Leon said.

He carried me easily and put me on Margaret.

”Okay first let me teach you the right position in horseback riding.” Leon started to instruct. ”Start by sitting straight.”

I do as I was told and sit up straight.

”That's good. Don't get stiff.” Leon said.

I relaxed my lower back so that I won't sit too stiff.

”Okay next let's align your shoulder, hip and heel. They should be aligned on a straight line.” Leon helps me.

”There, then me sure that both of your sides are balanced out. You must not tip over one side or you will fall off the horse.” Leon instructed so I balance myself up.

”Okay so now hold the reigns. Be sure that in holding it you sholdn't hold it too loose or to tight. Just the right amount.” Leon said. ”There should be a straight line from your elbow to your hand and to the horses mouth.”

I made a mental note on all of what Leon just said.

”That's good. With this current position we are making sure that you have the right balance once the horse starts moving.” Leon smiled at me.