strategic-preparation

This chapter centers on the birth of a filly, the third horse in existence, highlighting the care and concern of the characters—Sera, Florian, and Andy—towards the newborn and the mare. It explores the complexities of animal behavior in a unique environment where only a few horses exist, and the uncertainties involved in their interactions. The chapter closes with a shift to a tense briefing between Florian and Catlin about an upcoming high-stakes exercise involving a hostage extraction, emphasizing preparation and strategic thinking.