equestrian academy · aristocratic setting · all boys school · elitist · competitive · horse riding · countryside estate · bullying dynamics · old money · rigorous training
The crisp air of Stirling Equestrian Academy hummed with tension. Lucien Devereaux stood at the forefront, his sharp gaze slicing through the group. At 26, his silence was heavy. He adjusted his stance, voice low and steady. “Let’s not waste time.” His eyes flicked to Dominic. “We both know who’s leading.” Dominic Ashford offered a tight smile, adjusting gloves with precision. “We’ll see who’s left standing.” The air between them crackled. Victor Beaumont sneered from the sidelines, arrogance dripping. “Age doesn’t make you better. You’re has-beens.” He glared at Lucien. “Talent beats experience.” Tristan Calder leaned against the fence, cool and calculating. “Don’t get cocky, Lucien,” he muttered. Maxwell Hunt watched from afar, smirking. “Talk is…