"Here we are! The London Funfair! Azzy I hope you're ready for the best show you can give before you switch to Barrel Racing!" Azrael Faire's mom, Lucille Faire, said excitedly. Azzy smiled excitedly. "Heck yeah! I'mma do my best and see if I can't get one last win!" They said, stepping out of the grey Silverado their dad, Parker Faire, owned. "C'mon now, Balance and Shadow. Time ta stretch yer legs, been a long trip." Parker said as Azzy rounded the back of the horse trailer. Azzy clicked their tongue and both horses walked right up to them. "I still don't understand yer way with horses, Azrael. But yer damn good with 'em." Parker said, ruffling Azzy's hair, Azzy smiled and grabbed their horses reigns, leading them to the stables with Parker close behind them. "Shadow, you're going to be the horse that represents the temperment of the Faire Ranches horses, you be a good boy and treat those kids well." Azzy said to the all black Clydesdale on their left. "And Balance, we're going to give our best final hurrah for this ok? Then for the summers it's off to America for Barrel Racing." They said to the black and white Clydesdale to their right. Today was gonna be one heck of a day.

Clair's show horse (Archer)

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It had been arranged that Clair would get to go to the horse show in London over the break. A surprise presented to her by Belle and Josh. She had not been to a show since she had started Hogwarts, for good reasons. Clair had said it would have made more sense to have her stay in London until the show with her grandmother and have Belle trailer Archer and her show supplies into London, but alas her sister had not agreed and so Clair was once again driving into London. Only this time she was in the old farm truck with their trailer behind them. It was relaxing to sit in the truck, with its familiar smells of leather and horse, it reminded her of when she and her father and then her and her mother would drive to shows together. In the trunk of the truck was all her show supplies and things that Archer would need, plus a few extra girths and other bits of tack in case anyone forgot theirs, there was no doubt that Clair was prepared!

When they arrived Clair tied the hay net to the side of the trailer and then led Asher out and tied the grey gelding by the hay, she offered him some water and gave him a quick check to make sure he had dealt with the five hour drive well. "well buddy, rest up! we've got a big day ahead of us!"
She patted his shoulder and went to up pack the things she would need right away.
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Anna had no idea why her parents decided to surprise her by bringing her to the Muggle horse show. Of course she loved horses, but mainly the winged ones and you couldn’t bring them here now could you. Anna breathed a sigh of relief as she landed in a secluded part of the fair with her parents. Apparition was useful for sure but it made her feel so weird. “You’re going to love it Annie, they have many horse races and talent shows. My colleague from work just wouldn't stop talking about it”, her father let go of her hand and ruffled her hair.

“I guess so. But it’d still be better if Noir and Lune Black and Moon could attend”, Anna pursed her lips. “Are there any wizarding horse shows?”, she asked as they moved towards the main building. “I think there used to be some in France, but I’m not sure now”, her mother smiled at her. Anna nodded and followed her parents inside. They were all wearing normal looking Muggle clothes, Anna herself in a lilac blouse and wide black trousers. She was still mulling over how unfair it was that wizards didn’t have something like this, when they have arrived at their seats. They were in the front row and Anna could get up and lean on the railing if she wanted to. In front of them was a big stadium filled with various obstacles and racing tracks. But it was barren for now. So Anna sat back and waited for the shows to begin.

Azzy groomed Balance, making sure to make sure that all the strands from her mane were to the right. It was bad luck if they weren't. They then saddled Balance, the big Clydesdale was prancing with anticipation. They smiled, patting her nose. "Easy girl, save all that energy for the ring hm? We may not win but we're gonna do our darndest to. I promise. And no matter the outcome, I promise you'll get some of mom's horse treats ok?" Azzy said, rubbing the white spot on the large horses nose. Balance lowered her head, as if understanding. Parker was saddling Shadow, "Easy boy! I'm just tryina get you saddled is all!" Parker said, struggling as Azzy braided Balance's mane, one lucky braid just above the riders hand, just as it always was. Azzy and Balance were always a well balanced team, they always knew what the other was feeling, a connection only rider and horse would ever bear together. They listened as the show started. Azzy put on their helmet and swung up onto the Clydesdale. Parker catching sight. "Azrael Faire, you do your best out there ok? There is no such thing as winners or losers-" Parker started. "Just so long as we have fun. I know Dad. I know. Besides, I plan to have some fun out there. And you know what, as long as Balance and I try our best, I won't mind what place we get." Azzy finished. "Thas my babygirl. Go knock 'em dead sweetheart." Parker said, tapping Azzy's leg. They nudged Balance and rode towards the start. It was show time, Azzy held their head high, Balance following suit.

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April 5th, 2023 : Date 10:30am : Time Casual : Outfit

It wasn’t long before the whole stadium was buzzing with chatter, and vendors yelling the names of what they were selling. Her father got up to buy some popcorn, and her mother pulled out a hand fan, fanning herself lightly. She smiled at Anna and then looked back at Aiden, who was trying to figure out Muggle money. Madeline chuckled at her husband, but Anna’s eyes went wide as the horses with their riders stepped up to the line. She got up and leaned on the railing. Among the raiders she noticed a dual haired person whom she saw at Hogwarts a few times. She remembers seeing them at the Valentine’s Ball in a beautiful fiery gown, but she didn’t get a chance to introduce herself. This time she certainly would.

Anna didn’t get a chance to register that they were a magic user as well, and here at this Muggle horse race, when a girl with blond and brown hair stopped next to her. She seemed to also notice the same person Anna did, or their horse to be exact. She went on about the race of the horse, and Anna’s eyes widened as she soaked in the new knowledge. “Wow I didn’t know any of that! This is my first time at a horse show”, she smiled politely at the girl. She wondered if the girl was also a witch. One way to find out. “I have only ridden Abraxan horses, and know quite a bit about them. Do you ride?”, Anna covered her mention of magical creatures with another question. She hoped if this girl was a Muggle, that she wouldn’t be weirded out by Anna mentioning a race of winged horses to her. Nevertheless Anna smiled kindly and hopefully towards the girl, and then turned her head to the starting race.

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Azrael looked at the large crowd around them, in said crowd, they spotted two kids they recognized from Hogwarts, Anna and Daphne. However, they didn't remember inviting either one of them! They smiled to themselves and sat up straight, Balance holding her head up high. Azzy had a good feeling about this one. They were going to win! Looking at the horses beside them, everyone seeming a bit smaller. But that was ok. They weren't looking to win this segment. Azzy stretched their arms out and popped their neck, Balance, picking up on her partners anticipation, pranced in place. It wasn't to noticeable though. Azzy took a deep breath. "It's ok Balance, we aren't looking to win this one, just the race. We have a title to hold in that area. And if everything else fails, at least we did our best to try." They said to their beautiful black and white horse. The girl beside them snorted, drawing Azzy's attention. "Like you're gonna win. Vistra and I have been training real hard while you were at boarding school! I wouldn't get your hopes up!" The girl said. Azzy shook it off. "Keep dreaming, Penelope. Balance and I have always beat you and the Arabian. Just because I am switching to barrel racing soon doesn't mean I won't return to keep my title. Azzy said, shifting in their saddle so they were more comfortable. No way an Arabian could compete with Balance. They'd always won. And it would stay that way.

Clair led Archer to the line, the horse was not great at racing, he was better at jumping. But he was the best out of all of them for racing, so here they were at the line ready for a race. Clair patted Archer's neck and then mounted the grey gelding.

Clair nodded at the riders beside her, good sportsmanship was important to her. Archer seemed to pick up on the energy and started to nod his head up and down, the Ravenclaw girl patted his withers in a attempt to chill him out for a moment. It worked for a few seconds, and in that time she had a chance to quickly look around. The crowd was a good size, she did not see anyone she knew there so she turned to the racer's. Two of the racers were chatting, or bickering she could not tell.

"We're not going for the win, alright boy, just don't kill me and we'll have fun. Remember its been a while since I've ridden a horse, and brooms are very different than horses." The horse seemed to ignore her words and instead looked at the crowd that was of course only there to watch him, or at least that's what he thought.
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