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// Day Twelve 
// Story: Fifteen Days 
// by UnluckyReaver 
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Ever since they left their camp site Strider's pace was noticeably slower, frequently looking back over his shoulder, debating if he made the correct decision to move on. Finally the indecision was too much for him and he stopped moving forwards. Quickly scanning their surroundings, Strider took a deep breath and closed his eyes.

Strider stood silent for several long minutes. Dash quickly found herself wondering what he could be thinking about; was he having second thoughts about moving on? Did he think that they should have stayed at the rock? 

“I know you can’t really understand what I’m saying, but I think you made the right choice.” Dash said in an attempt to reassure Strider. “Like I said last night; once we find Ponyville, Twilight will be able to get you home.”

Strider slowly exhaled as he reopened his eyes. Taking hold of Dash, Strider held her so he could look directly into her eyes. 

“It's going to be fine.”

Strider studded Dash intently, scanning her for any sign of deceit.  After several long seconds Strider returned Dash to the bag and started to walk once more. As he went Dash could tell that any doubt he had was gone.