Welcome to Hickstead, home to both Seven Oak Stables, and Blue Acre - two rival stables. Both offer opportunities for their clients to reach the highest level of excellence. Each stable differs from the other, so choose wisely and never forget, loyalty is everything... Meanwhile as the stables battle it out, there's trouble brewing at the university. Be careful, if you don't pick a side you may get caught in the cross-fire...
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Cassie was excited getting another student. She was always doing what she could to encourage more people to ride Western. With her recent success in the show pen with Willow, more people were looking into who she was and where she was teaching.
She left a note for Bailey in the grooming area, informing her they'd be riding outside. Cassie had already finished riding her three horses, glad that they had all behaved themselves on that particular day. She would have to do an assessment lesson with her before she knew where to put her in her weekly lesson schedule. The blonde made her way to the outdoor arena, leaving Charm in the hands of Maddie - who had agreed to groom him for her. The buckskin was becoming fond of the dark haired stable hand.
Once she made it to the outdoor arena, she put her sunglasses on - waiting for the arrival of her new student. Cassie made herself busy, creating an obstacle course for the two - some of them easier than others. It was almost a test of some sort, but it would help Cassie figure out what needed to be worked on and with who Bailey could do group lessons with if the younger woman decided that.
Shortly after, the sound of the gate opening and closing behind her signaled to her that her student had arrived. "Hey, you must be Bailey, right? I'm Cassie. I'll be your coach for this afternoon. Why don't you get on when you are ready and you can tell me about yourself and your horse." She turned herself around and set the last pole on the ground, dusting her hands off on her jeans before turning her focus back to her new student.
Cassie felt Leon tense up under her touch - leaving her wondering if something had bothered him earlier in the day. She dropped her arm to her side as she watched him turn around - the smile staying on her face as he said her name. "Ah my dear, I could recognize you from anywhere. Did you change or something?" She wondered if he did, knowing how brutal some of the fans could be. Thankfully though, Leon wasn't the Maple Leaf's superstar - he had a bit more relief with the fans due to that one.
"Did you fly okay? Connor get on your nerves yet?" She was slightly jealous that he only had a four and a half hour flight from Edmonton, but that was nothing compared to having to fly back home to Prince Albert. It was a grueling 10 hour flight, excluding the drive from Saskatoon. "Do you have your luggage or shall we get going?" She kissed him in return, regrettably letting go afterwards. Cassie gave him a look, noticing that he was looking quite tired - wondering how much sleep he was actually getting.
Cassie nodded, happy that she had been called competent. She was thankful that her aunt was the one who taught her how to bake. "Whenever you need a date night with Tristan, I'd be more than happy to cover. Don't worry about paying me, just think of it as a present." Baking was something she enjoyed doing - it helped her with her mental health. She also knew Hazel worked far to hard - running the bakery was a handful!
"Did you want me to work on the fudge or shall we do everything together?" Cassie made sure her hair was up in a ponytail as she shuffled over and began gathering the wet ingredients, knowing that milk and eggs would be needed as well. "Oh good, have you had a chance to ride your horses too? Something to clear your head." She was busy with her three horses - glad that Morgan was able to help out when she was in a pinch with school.
Cassie glanced at the electronic mixers, glad that Hazel didn't go about it the old fashioned way with such big batches. "You bet. My students are itching do to their classes outside, three horses to ride and coaching? I feel like I'm in a circus sometimes." Cassie laughed, though it kept her distracted from missing her boyfriend. She was also trying to make more time to see her brother too.
"Oh, I'm glad he healed up nicely. Did you two get sick and tired of each other?" She didn't really have anything to compare it to - though from when Tristan came into the bakery when she used to work for Hazel, she could tell they truly loved each other.
Hailing from Prince Albert, Canada, Cassandra was basically born on the back of a horse. Her mother is currently a dressage coach back home and her grandparents run a fully operational ranch. Cassie has trained and competed in barrel racing, trail riding and reining. She began helping teaching lessons at 16 years old, helping various riders back home prepare for competitions or continue learning about horses.
Cassandra has also helped with roping, but more for the use of herding cattle on the ranch rather than competing. She has learned from various riders while participating in various clinics.
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Cassandra believes that riding should be enjoyable - never really putting an enormous amount of pressure. She gives constructive criticism, often giving her students homework to work on for the next time.
Cassie leapt at the opportunity to join Leon in Toronto for the All Star game. It was easy enough for her to find a substitute to teach her classes for the week and as usual, Naomi and the staff at Blue Acres were more than happy to care and ride for Charm, Eddie and Willow.
The blonde found herself at the airport, getting Wes to drop her off so she could see him one more time before she left. She checked herself in, preparing for the seven hour flight across the pond to her home country. Ontario wasn't somewhere she had gone often as a child, but it would be nice to be back on home soil. She checked her watch, seeing she had a bit of time before her flight left. Cassie headed through security and decided to hunker down at her gate. She easily killed the time - listening to music as she waited. Within thirty minutes, the announcement was made that it was time to board. She showed the airport employee her passport and ticket before wheeling her carryon behind her. The flight itself flew by - it was packed, which meant that she had people on either side of her. She spent the time reading, watching movies and was also able to sleep.
As the plane touched the tarmac, she woke up - missing the announcement completely. The woman turned on her phone as soon as she landed, knowing Leon would already have landed by the time she got there. Cassie unbuckled her seatbelt and got up, grabbing her purse and carry-on before heading off of the plane. She knew the Toronto airport very well by now - as it was where she often connected from. She sent a text to Leon as she waited at the baggage carousel, knowing he would have to pick up his hockey bag.
Out of the corner of her eye, she saw someone familiar. A bright smile came to her face when she realized who it was, quickly making her way over to him and gave him a tap on the shoulder.
“Yeah, same. Though when you offered that I could help, I was too excited to sleep last night.” Christmas was her favorite time of year. She knew that Parker’s Pastries was always sold out of their Christmas goodies - from her time working there. The blonde rolled up her sleeves and washed her hands, making sure to scrub under her nails as well. “Those sound amazing. Always a hit! Maybe we could also make some chocolate peppermint fudge too?”
She didn’t realize the shop was practically empty. After washing her hands, she dried them off. Cassie walked over and took a sip of her coffee, glad for the warm drink on a chilly morning. “Oh good. I felt so terrible after I heard what happened. Just promise me you won’t work yourself too hard?” The blonde set her coffee mug down and followed, grabbing another apron before putting it on her. “Oh, I’ve been good. Also busy with teaching both at the barn and at school. I’ll be glad for the Christmas holidays.” She would be flying home to visit her family for a few days - something she always was looking forward to.
“And Tristan? All healed up after the accident?” Cassie began gathering the measuring cups and spoons, remembering where they were from when she worked there.
Cassie chuckled, she wasn't someone who was into being a gold digger - even though her boyfriend made plenty of money. "Call me crazy, but money shouldn't have anything to do with it." She was lucky enough to know him before he made it as a professional hockey player. Though he wasn't the kind to be cocky or rude.
"I was going to say, I'd be behind the times if 3 months was the relationship time. Anyone catching either of your eyes though?" She picked up a snack and popped it in her mouth. The blonde had already said she had a boyfriend, so she wasn't expecting the question back at her. "Huh, that's an interesting way of putting it. I'll stick to the men, thanks." Cassie was respectful of everyone and their choices - as long as it didn't hurt anyone.
She took a sip of wine as she listened to the rest of the conversation. "If you do that, do let us know how you are able to juggle two relationships at once." Having a long distance relationship was enough to juggle for her, let alone have a second relationship behind Leon's back. "How do you keep track of everyone on that app anyway?" She had heard of several people finding the one on a dating app. It was something she would suggest to her single friends though.
"Do you take lessons around here? And do they do self defense classes too?" She was lucky enough to work and live in safe areas - though there were always weirdos around. "Same, it was way too chaotic for my liking. We should go for a trail ride sometime?" As it was Spring, Cassie was preparing her horses for yet another outdoor season. "I don't think I'd be able to either, but I just want to be prepared." She glanced at the other two's wine glasses, seeing that they were getting empty.
Cassie took a slice of bread and cut some of the cheese for herself. "Yeah, Naomi got lucky on that one. The new facilities are better than the original." It was the only thing that made the boarders happy after having to share a barn. She was grateful that her three had somewhere to live while they rebuilt the barn. "Did either of you want more wine or something else to drink?"
I don't like the fighting. I thought it was supposed to be about the goals and fancy assists. Yep, winning the game is more important than losing a tooth.
Sunny Florida definitely beats being here. It's always rainy and gross so I don't think she would ever want to come here. At least drag him to Top Golf or whatever it's called. I hear it's a lot of fun for guys. LOL
He may be tough on the outside but just ask my mom, he's a softie. Yeah I guess they do. I just heard about it recently. Right....like my students would know who you were xD.
Oh come on. It's adorable when you are a softie <3. I'm sure everyone on the team know that. I'll email my boss in the morning. I'm sure because it's close to the end of the school year, I can get someone to cover for me. Not like we have many exams in P.E.
You make those "I'm the girlfriend" seats special. Don't make a huge fuss because I'm coming. I don't care if I have to go sit up in the nosebleeds...
Please don't fight anyone. Leave that to Darnell or Evander. That's what they get paid the big bucks for LOL.
She can be a bit much sometimes. A little too girly for my taste in friends but she sends fun gifts for the holidays etc. Well, maybe she won't tag along for the All-Star game and it'll just be the two of you?
You know you don't have to prove yourself to him...I think as long as I'm happy my mom will keep him in check. I am in the midst of talking to the gym professor at the University to see if I can take the kiddos on the ice there. I think they'd enjoy it.
Leo...you are so sweet. It's worth it for you too. I'll look into what school looks like and see if I can come. Though if you really want to, I always have room in my apartment for you <3
Oh, I'll keep it under my hat I promise. I don't think they fear you though, you haven't fought anyone yet . That would be fun! Well, Lauren could always tag along. Or is it awkward being their third wheel sometimes?
You really wouldn't embarrass me like that would you? I tend to be able to deal with the problem students on my own though, thankfully. It's hard teaching them hockey when the school doesn't have an ice rink, though floor hockey is coming up soon in the curriculum.
Ugh, I miss you too <3. I'd love a visit, though 24 hours seems like a short amount of time. Is it worth the jet lag? Did you get voted in? Or did Connor steal the thunder this year? I'll look into coming to a playoff game though, I promise. It was so much fun last year!!
Cassandra laughed, she had long passed the three month rule with Leon. It would be nine years together with him coming up shortly. Most people were at least engaged by that point, but being apart for so long made it nearly impossible. "I must have missed the memo on the three month rule. Do people really get engaged that quickly?" She had heard of people getting engaged after six months of dating, though that wasn't enough time to know someone - in her opinion.
"I have heard of that happening, though I think it was done in a joking manner. Looks like you better sign up for Tinder, Zoe." She didn't know the other two women well enough to know their relationship status - and she didn't want to ask as it was a personal question. Cassandra got up from her chair and began cleaning away the hummus and veggie tray, noticing there would be enough for her to have as a snack for the next work day. "Alright, I'll bring out the brie and bring some more bread out." The blonde put on oven mitts and pulled out the warm cheese from the oven.
She placed the cheese on the table, making sure it was on a trivet before setting it on the table. "My students seem so much happier if we have class outside, which should be here shortly!" Cassie also yearned for the months of being outside every day - almost all day as well. She turned away from the table and entered the kitchen, taking off her oven mitts before picking up the bread basket and bringing it with her. "Really? I'm shocked that happened. Though I ride Western, there seems to be more riders at Seven Oaks that do the same." Cassie was lucky enough to fly under the radar - her three horses behaving themselves even while at a different barn.
"Did you recently start boxing? And what made you start?" She had debated taking a self-defense class, just in case something happened. Cassie was lucky and hadn't gotten herself into a physical fight just yet. "What do you think of the new barn though? It seems much nicer that the old one, and that's saying something!" He finally sat back down and took another sip of wine from her glass.
I really don't like the attention but I feel like the camera crew know when I'm at a game. 
