Sparks FLY

[Kaylin]

Jockeyed by Matt Allen

LETS GO MATT Candi yelled into the muck room. The guy was worse then a girl getting ready! And why? He was fine when he got here... Dressed and everything, what more did he have to do! Candi glared in the direction of the muck room, waiting for the young man to walk out.... She tapped her foot and crossed her arms inpaitently. Whats taking you so long! She said a bit harshly. Ash, the horse that was getting worked today, snorted and pinned his ears back. He didn't like Candi's tone of voice.. She smile slightly and rubbed the colt's ear. Its okay boy... She said softly.
Okay... Im ready... Matt said as he stepped out of the muck room. Candi shot a glare his way. You took so long.... Why?.... Nothing has changed about you appearance... She mumbled and walked off, leading Ash in the direction of the track. The colt eagerly pranced along side Candi's side, knowing what was going to happen..
I'm sorry.... Matt said as he walked alongside Candi. He ran his hands through his hair, nervous. Candi spotted another horse at the track as they apphoarched. It was Spencer, there most prized horse. It once belonged to Candi's aunt but when she disappeared, he was sold off. When Candi returned to the tracks she went looking for him. She was just going to breed a mare to him when the owner offer to return the great stallion to her, knowing how special he was to her. Why is Spencer here?? She said, looking at Matt.
Matt smirked and shrugged. I don't know... He said sheepishly. Another stable hand, Aaron stood there holding the grey stallion. Spencer just stood there, looking around, shifting his weight ever so often side to side. When they got on the track Candi gave Matt a leg up on to Ignite who was very interested in Spencer. Candi knew the colt was fine with other horses, but she sent them on there way. Warm Ash up... then do a four furlong gallop... She said and nodded ask they walked away.
The stable hand walked up to Candi. Take Spencer... I need to go do something.... He said quickly, shoving the lead into Candi's hands and ran off. BUT why is he here! She called after Aaron. He turned back and just shrugged before jogging in the direction of the stables.
Candi shook her head. What was going on at her barn these days? She sighed and lead the grey stallion off to a patch of grass outside the track, but still with in viewing distances of Ignite and Matt.
Matt warmed the colt up for a good twenty minutes. When he felt the colt was warmed up enough he noted where he was, and urged him into a gallop. Ash shot forward. They galloped on the inside rail and down the back stretch for four furlongs. Ash wasn't so quick but sure was he a nice ride, Matt thought. The young colt was so.... mature for his age. He seemed to run great, even if he didn't have the speed. Soon we will race.... Matt whispered as he slowed the colt down to a canter. Ash tossed his head and willingly slowed down. Matt cooled Ash down before heading in Candi's direction... He watched her to see if she noticed what he had tied onto Spencer's halter. She seemed to busy watching him...
Candi watched the colt's movements as he galloped. He seemed really promising and hoped he would take her to stardom like she did with all her horses. She had to make sure that they stayed on top of their horse's workouts and worked them often so they would stay in top condition. When Matt started to make his way towards her, Candi sighed and leaned against Spencer. The stallion just stood there and grazed. How's my big boy doing? She whispered and stroked his neck. Hearing the other pair approach Spencer lifted his head and gazed at them. Thats when Candi noticed something tied to his halter. Something shiny.... She reached for it and gasped. No way! She thought as she un-tied the string that held it on.
Matt pulled Ash to a stop a couple feet from Spencer and Candi, giving them space...He smiled as he noticed that she had found the ring...So......? He said, smiling. Please say yes! He keep saying in his head. They have known each other for years now, and they went to school together, but never have they talked about marriage. He just hoped he didn't mess up in anyway.
Candi gazed at the ring, speechless....Really?.... She manged to say. Are you serious? She looked up at Matt, tears in her eyes. Matt smiled and nodded. He took a step closer to Candi. YES She said as she dropped Spencer's lead rope and throw her arms around Matt. Matt smiled and hugged her back. When they were finishing hug, Matt put the ring on Candi's finger and smiled. Looks right there.... He said and grinned. Ash pawed the ground impatiently. Alright.... Matt said and sighed. He didn't want to let go of Candi... It felt so right... Lets go put these guys away and go tell everyone the news. He smiled and grabbed Candi's hand. They walked back to the barn together and put the horses away.