[It's late afternoon, and Utena's hot, tired, and just about out of food. Just how much longer is it to Cherrygrove? She sighs, and her small Ponyta, who has been trotting alongside her, nudges her hand]

You're not making this any easier, Mister Fire-hey!

[She looks ahead, and her eyes light up as she sees the city on the horizon. Utena quickens her pace, now full of newfound energy, and is practically jogging by the time she catches sight of Astrid's small camp]

Hey, Astrid! [slows down, and beams at her] Boy, am I glad to see you - I thought I'd be stuck on the road forever.