Chapter 166

"Is this still what this is about?" Richard asked growing upset. "No..." I said back as we got to starting positions, "But it ties in..." We were off! This time I let him take the lead, getting all his ribbons before I did. He hesitated, surprised to see me holding back. With the wasted moment, he sent the horse sprinting towards the goal. I followed, knowing his horse had a significant distance advantage. However, this was a part of my plan! I whistled, calling upon the great white kite. The magnificent bird wasted no time in catching up with the speeding horse and flying fractions of an inch over it's face. The horse that could not be startled found itself startled once again. This gave me the precious time to close the distance on my brother and steal his ring. The highland turned around, taking off in a sheer sprint towards the opposing flag. Richard was right behind me, his horse gaining on mine! The boy looked driven, knowing two rings on one staff could decide the match. I whist