Lightning speed

Before his vile words were done, a snap rang through the air and the bay
reared up with a whinny of pain. Doris’ whip had stung the horse’s flank
with lightning speed. In a heartbeat, Greco’s massive frame was thrown out
of the saddle and crashed to the ground. Hand pressed to his tail, he groaned
in pain. The bay’s hoofbeats echoed loudly as it fled the farm, heartlessly
leaving its master behind.

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