"You'll be glad to know our route north doesn't require us to step off the path till we reach the other side," Ariadne said, trotting the horse to the edge of the clearing, which revealed a small track that led back onto the main path through the forest. She directed the horse towards it, keeping a sharp eye on their surroundings to ensure they wouldn't be caught unawares.<br/><br/>"What are you waiting for Daric?" she said as they reached the path. "There's a half day's ride between here and the forest's edge at normal speed, are you willing to gamble on how quickly that steed can go?"