Nicholas patted the star on Molly's forehead, rubbed his cheek against her face, and said, "You're looking serious tonight, Molly. Is it time to foal?"

Molly pushed her forehead against his chest and moved her head vigorously up and down.

"Yes, yes," he said, and when she had finished using his chest as a scratching board he patted her gently on the neck and left her stall.