The light outside is dimming now, and the castle is far quieter than usual. There will still be men on guard, this Alfric knows, however they are not on the lookout for people leaving, rather people entering. And as a lot of people have been heading out for Alnwick castle this particular evening, his presence should rouse no suspicion. Just have to get out of here, everything will be okay. He pats the mares shoulder firmly and commands her to move forward. However, she only readjusts her position and turns her head back to snort at him. Clearly this boy had no idea what he was doing.
"Go India, Go!" He demands, slapping her side again.
India raises up onto her hind legs and tosses her head defiantly, nearly throwing Alfric to the ground. He leans forward, clinging desperately to her mane. This boy was far too cocky, she knew what he wanted her to do, but she needed to teach him a lesson first. She slams her hooves on the cobble stone and neighs, strutting forward and flicking her tail. "Stop, this way, this way!" He stammers, gesturing towards the pathway leading out towards the outer walls of the castle.