Riding the same horse wasn't an option since his hunting companion today was Rhea, the Chief's daughter and a maiden. Of course, they had to maintain their distance.
The three guards followed behind them, keeping a respectful gap so she had room to breathe.
Rhea didn't like being crowded during a hunt, which was why she agreed when her father asked if a companion would suffice. She usually accompanied him, so this was the first time she was going out on her own.
Glancing at the young man, who seemed about a year younger than her, she asked, "I hope you aren't putting anything important aside for this."
Luke hummed and shrugged. "Well, I would've rested at home today, but Gary trusted me with this job, so I figured I might as well earn a few coins."
Rhea's brows lifted. "Aren't you already one of the richest people in the village? Why take on something this trivial?"
Luke grinned. "I get to spend time with such a pretty girl, so that's a bonus."
