Emmylou is a cowboy. She lives on a tall mountain. She has a gentle horse friend. They like to ride at dawn. Emmylou wears a big hat. She wears a brown coat. She likes to whistle a happy song. Horse neighs with joy. One bright morning, Emmylou and Horse ride along a stone path. The wind is soft and cool. They munch a snack of oats and apples. They laugh as they share a crunchy bite. Suddenly, Horse slips near a dark cave. Emmylou calls out. She runs with care. A gray Wolf steps from the cave. Its eyes glow. It holds Horse by a rope. Emmylou feels fear. But she takes a deep breath. She knows she must be brave. Emmylou lifts her hat. She speaks in a calm voice. She says, “Please let Horse go.” Wolf growls softly. He says, “I am hungry. I found him near the oats.” Emmylou nods. She offers some of her bread. She holds it out with care. Wolf takes the bread. It chews with quiet thanks. It steps back from Horse. Emmylou gently unties the rope from Horse’s hoof. Horse is free. He stamps his hoof. Emmylou brushes Horse’s mane. She smiles at Wolf. She says, “Thank you for sharing.” Wolf tilts its head. It seems kindly now. It wags its tail a little. Emmylou and Horse invite Wolf to join their ride. They walk along the mountain trail. They reach a bright meadow. They see flowers of blue, red, and gold. They stop to rest. Emmylou pours water in her hat. Horse drinks. Wolf laps the cool drops. They hum a soft tune. They feel warm and calm. They form a new bond. As they ride on, they find a glowing rock. It shines like a star. Emmylou picks up the rock. It feels smooth like silk. It glitters in her palm. She shows the rock to Horse. Horse neighed softly. He seems to nod in wonder. Emmylou thanks the mountain. She says, “This gift will remind us of kindness.” Wolf gives a soft howl of joy. He prances around the pair. Emmylou ties the shining rock to her saddle. She feels happy and strong. They ride down the mountain. The sun sinks low. The sky glows in pink. Emmylou hums again. Horse trots close. Wolf follows with gentle steps. At the foot of the mountain they stop. They say goodbye to the day. Emmylou sets the glowing rock on a wooden shelf in her cabin. Horse nuzzles Emmylou’s shoulder. Wolf sits near the door. The friends rest. Emmylou closes her eyes. She dreams of new rides on the mountain. They all rest under a blue sky. They feel safe and warm. They know they are friends. The mountain hums a quiet tune. It watches over them with gentle care. Emmylou sings her song. Horse and Wolf join in a soft melody. They wake at dawn. A golden sun greets them. Emmylou feels joy in her heart. Friendship feels like magic.