My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace

Chapter 199

Today’s shoot was titled “Phoenix at the Races“, focusing on the nail–biting rivalry between two teams of jockeys and capturing Phoenix’s masterful strategies from an elevated platform. However, as Kevin admired the stunning scenery, he felt it was a shame not to showcase Phoenix’s grace. He turned to Xanthea with a proposal.

“Xan, I just got an idea. How about we add a scene where you ride out to greet the winning team? It’d highlight both Phoenix’s commanding presence and your leadership style, adding depth to your

character.”

“Uh,” Xanthea hesitated, meeting his expectant gaze, but eventually nodded, “Okay.”

She had learned horseback riding as a child but had fallen off once, nearly breaking a bone, which had since kept her away from horses.

But that was years ago, it should be fine; besides, the horses at the stables seemed gentle enough.

stirrups and settled into the saddle, the horse calmly accepting her without a

two,

Trotter began to move, a balloon tied to

“Ah!!!”

terrified Xanthea, flashing her back to the time when she was thrown off by a crazy horse as she was young. She gripped the reins

the film crew was in shock, shouting, “The horse is spooked! Clear the way! Everyone, move!” “Phoenix is still on the horse! What do

tall figure swiftly mounted

“Ah!!”

Trotter swooshed by, riderless and erratic, tossing Xanthea about, her clothes in disarray, trees whirling past her vision, the

suddenly wrapped around her from behind, pressing her shaky frame against a firm chest. A deep, soothing voice calmed

her panicked grip on the rein caused the Orlov Trotter to rear up dramatically, throwing both riders

galloping horse. Instead of the expected pain, she felt as though she had fallen