Since returning to London , Thalia had been swept up in a whirlwind of social activities with Victoria Darwin and Charlotte shopping , dining , catching up on lost time . Her plans to apply to Sinclair & Klein were temporarily set aside . Today , the girls were sharing afternoon tea at their favorite patisserie . Charlotte , whod been out clubbing until the early hours , looked rather worse for wear . Im tired of shopping and clubs , she groaned , then perked up . Its such a lovely day why dont we go riding at the Darwin estate ? The Darwin family owned one of Englands most prestigious equestrian centers , where all three had taken riding lessons in their youth . Sobered up enough ? Thalia teased . Wouldnt want you charged with drunk riding . Completely sober , Charlotte grinned wickedly . Though I did vomit all over Sebastian Darwin last night . His face went absolutely green . Victoria smiled serenely . Did my brother not mind ? Actually , he was rather sweet about it . After cleaning up , he even made me his special hangover remedy . Sebastian and Charlotte were step siblings . Sebastians mother had passed when he was young , and Charlottes parents had divorced when she was seven . Sebastians father had then married Charlottes mother , bringing the families together . Charlotte was nine when she first met fourteen year old Sebastian . He was going through his rebellious phase and resented both his stepmother and new sister . Their first meeting ended with him pulling her pigtails and telling her to get lost . Charlotte , never one to be bullied , had bitten his wrist so hard it left a scar he still bore . Thalia stirred her tea , amused . You must be his karmic punishment . 16-13 Your Gold Digger is Actually A frum Chapter 25 Charlotte smirked . Serves him right for being such a beast back then . After catching up , Charlotte returned to her idea . So , riding ? I havent been in ages . Id love to , Thalia agreed . Its been three years since Ive been on a horse . I miss our races . Victoria smiled warmly . Count me in . Charlottes eyes gleamed mischievously as she reached for her phone . Ill call Sebastian , have him bring Asher along . At the stables , Thalia changed into her riding attire . The perfectly tailored grey hunting jacket paired with white jodhpurs and black riding boots showcased her elegant figure . Her hair was swept into a neat bun , giving her a striking , athletic appearance . When she emerged , the waiting group looked suitably impressed . Looking rather splendid , Thalia , Sebastian remarked with his usual cheek . Charlotte jabbed his ribs . Do shut up . Asher hasnt even commented yet , you prat . Ow ! Easy there , you savage ! You look lovely , Lia , Asher said softly , himself impeccable in matching grey riding attire . Whether by coincidence or design , they were perfectly coordinated . His tall , athletic frame was perfectly suited to riding wear , making him stand out naturally . Beside him stood Grace . Thalia was surprised to see her she hadnt known Grace would join them . Grace wanted to try riding , Asher explained . I thought it might be nice . He hoped more time together might help his sister and future wife bond . Thalia nodded , greeting Grace warmly : Hello there . As they spoke , Ashers horse was led out . It was a magnificent Hanoverian warmblood . Thalia , whod never been riding with Asher before , was 16:13 Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Chapter 25 seeing his mount for the first time . The horse was stunning tall , powerful , clearly of excellent breeding . What breed is it , brother ? Grace asked sweetly . Hanoverian , Asher replied simply . Sebastian added helpfully , And quite valuable , Grace . One of the finest breeds . Grace clutched Ashers arm . Brother , Id love to learn to ride . Wont you teach me ? Thalia noticed Graces grip on Ashers arm . The sight sparked an unexpected twinge of discomfort . She quickly looked away . Asher smoothly extracted his arm . I can arrange proper lessons for you . Charlotte jumped in : I can recommend my instructor , Grace . But I want you to teach me , brother , Grace persisted . An odd emotion stirred in Thalias chest . Unable to name it , and unwilling to watch Graces cloying behavior , she went to fetch her own horse . Her mount was a striking Akhal Teke , pure white a seventeenth birthday gift from Victoria . The horses coat gleamed like silk in the sunlight , ethereal and majestic . Victoria smiled . Ive taken good care of Snow while you were away , Lia . Snow was Thalias name for the horse both for its color and as a nod to Victoria . Thank you , Vicky . Thalia stroked the horses face , and it nuzzled her palm affectionately . She still remembers me ! Thalia exclaimed delightedly . Of course , Victoria said . 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