At the Back of the North Wind Chapter 29 - Ruby

In which a kind gentleman named Mr. Raymond offers a thoughtful proposal to Diamond’s father, seeking to provide gentle work for his old horse and a home for the ailing girl Nanny, sparking a careful discussion about kindness, duty, and practical hardship. The new arrangements bring a hopeful change to Diamond’s household, introducing a chestnut horse named Ruby and a renewed sense of purpose and care.