An Epic Christmas: On The Fifth Day…
On the fifth day of Christmas my true Muse sent to me…
Five Messenger Horses
‘There were five horses, all black as night and as beautiful, with spirited heads, deep chests denoting endurance and legs built for speed. All five horses were equipped for a long journey, with a travel roll and journey bags strapped behind each saddle, and they snorted and stamped their hooves as they waited. “But—these are messenger horses!” Kalan exclaimed.
“I know,” said Malian. Her eyes were blazing with excitement. ” Asantir says they will outrun and outlast anything else in the keep.” ‘
~ from © The Heir Of Night, The Wall of Night Book One: Chapter 24 — The Long Goodbye
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