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Léof had noticed with some appreciation the unforeseen side affect of his surprise: Javan had completed his work with the water buckets very efficiently. When Javan reported back to him, he nearly spilled the secret, but decided to hold on to its enjoyment for a short while longer and instead passed off a horse for Javan to take to the paddock. He followed with two more and smiled to himself at the brisk pace Javan set, though it was not quite fast enough for Léof to chide him for running.
When five horses had been let into the paddock and they were done, Javan turned to Léof and asked, “Now will you tell me?”
“Surely you have some guesses?” asked Léof.
“No clear ones,” said Javan impatiently.
“Very well,” Léof laughed, “and I hope it was worth the wait. You and I are going out riding.”
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