"I'll have plenty of time while we're traveling to the Fold..."

"I'd recommend brushing up on your horsemanship, if you want her to give you the time of day while riding."

"I know some about horses."

"Some's better than nothing."

"I can brush up more."

"If you're really lucky, you can entice her into teaching you."

"She's into teaching?"

"If you have potential that's worth her effort."

"I'll try to impress."

"Good luck."

"Thanks."

Their walk continues pleasantly.

And by the time they're back, Kaz is finished.

(And Genya's left already.)

"Did you have a good stroll?"

"We did - the lake's very pretty, the Sun Summoner has some impressive powers, Jesper is going to try to seduce the Darkling..."

Kaz pinches the bridge of her nose. "Jesper..."

"Hey, if I don't make at least one questionable decision this trip, how would you know I'm me?"

"I'd ask you to shoot something."

"I am the best shot in the world..."

"A much surer proof of identity."

"Multiple proofs of identity don't hurt."

"I'll keep it in mind as a backup."

"That works."

Heh.

"Ready to go, then?"