Claimed by my Ex-husband's friend
Flora ran ahead on the trail, glancing back to challenge him.
“Bet you can’t catch me!” she called.
Leo shook his head but couldn’t hide his smile. In a few long strides, he caught up and scooped her into his arms, tossing her over his shoulder as if she weighed nothing.
“Leo!” Flora laughed, pounding lightly on his back. “Put me down!”
“Not until you admit I win,” he said, carrying her easily.
She laughed until her stomach hurt, finally giving in. “Fine! You win!”