Kit hurried through the forest, tripping over roots and stumbling over stones. His legs were much shorter than Ratchett's, and unfortunately this meant he often got left behind when Ratchett was over-excited, though his good nature meant he would never have complained about it.
At last, he caught sight of his mentor standing by the pond, waiting for him, and excitement pooled in his stomach as he slowed to a stop beside the pond, panting heavily and trying to catch his breath.