Aria's POV
I'd never been horseback riding before, so calling myself a fish out of water was a massive understatement.
When Aiden returned from his call, I noticed everyone else had already mounted and ridden off. He waited for me, a pile of unfamiliar protective gear cradled in his arms.
"Sorry about that," I jogged over. "My assistant just had to confirm my schedule for the next few months."
"How many gigs do you have coming up?" he asked, his deep voice a low rumble that instantly sent a jolt through me.
"Not many, just two," I admitted, meeting his gaze. Most were already off the books, especially the international ones. Frankly, globe-trotting felt like a chore this year.
Aiden held out the knee guards. "Come here. I'll get you set up."
My face instantly flushed. "I can handle
