Glenn didn't seem to notice Roan's foul mood. He was too busy enjoying the walk in the beautiful weather, occasionally pointing out some novelty such as a funny shaped cloud or an animal that startled at their presence. 

"Alright," Glenn replied, following Roan. "Hey, Roan, you think the 4 silver pennies'll be 'nough to buy a better map?" he pondered, worried suddenly that their adventure might be stalled by lack of funds.

The pair hadn't gone more than a few steps along the left path when the rhythmic 'clip-clop' heralded the approach of a rider coming down the path to the right...