It was hard to miss the bittersweet twinkle in the breeder’s eyes, and Bragi glanced down at his feet, feeling a little sheepish. Was it too romantical to give the young stallion and his erstwhile master time to say goodbye?

But then he blinked up again at the question. ”Oh yes”, he breathed, his own eyes twinkling now — he was enthusiastic to get started with Galahad! ”Yes indeed.”

”Would you care to join me for a span, Mr Sterling?” Bragi asked before he could bite his tongue.