You’d successfully dodged Agent Ortega and his partner for weeks now, each time coming up with a new excuse, a quick exit, or just the right timing to slip away. You knew they were after answers you weren’t ready to give, so running had become your go-to move.

But just as you were about to climb into your horse and make your escape, you felt a firm grip on the reins.

"Stop that! Stop trying to run," Agent Ortega's voice rang out behind you, frustration evident in his tone. "A couple questions aren’t gonna kill you."