"Does havin' other horses nearby spook him?" she calls back, eying the lines of Doc's mount as he trots along ahead of her.

He's a beautiful animal, with that healthy, sleek coat, and well-toned form.

She keeps Nova at a respectful distance, just in case, though there is a mite bit of protestation on the horse's end. He's keeping both Doc and the gelding in his sights, the way a wary mother might.

It makes Katherine smirk, and laugh lightly.