Hoof beats drumming frantically on hard ground.

I hold tightly to the reins as rain like nails pelts my skin.

Speed picks up as my fingers slip,

And I begin to lose my grip.

I cry out in desperation not to fall.

Sky the color of steel seems to look down at me with angry eyes.

Suddenly I hit cold, wet pavement.

My blood mixes with tears and sweat as I cringe with pain and fright.

I look up and a strong hand stretched out to me

As I watch my ebony steed gallop away.