Uma Musume: From Being Knocked Ten Meters Away

Chapter 241 I'm Glad I Gave Her to You

"How did I tell? Of course it's because you were so obvious, Yasui."

Following up on what An Jingzhen hadn't finished asking, the Emperor of the East China Sea smiled and stretched out his hand towards the stands, "Let's go, we'll talk while we walk." Then he took the lead.

He nodded subconsciously and followed, and suddenly something in his mind moved.

This president... couldn't he have anticipated my emotions and come here just to comfort me or something, right?
He was thinking about it and took a few steps when the Emperor of the East China Sea continued:
"Originally, I came here with Da Zhenhan and the others to inspect the competition venue, and afterward, there were a lot of things to do, like interviews, press conferences, banquets, and so on.

“After all, it’s the Arima Memorial, so things like this are inevitable.

"Since we're here, let's go and cheer for the younger generation."

She half turned around, pointed in the direction the two people came from, and looked at Yasui Zhen:
"So, we clearly passed by you before, but you looked distracted and didn't even respond when we greeted you.

"From the look on your face, I can tell you're nervous about Xiaobei's upcoming match."

Hearing this, he tried hard to recall for a while, but he couldn't think of any impression of what the East Sea Emperor said. An Jingzhen could only apologize:

"I'm sorry, I... was really too nervous and didn't notice it at all."

"There's nothing to apologize for. If it were me, I'd be nervous too."

Smiling and shaking his head, the Emperor of the East China Sea looked over and slightly emphasized his tone:
"I mean, when I was at the Arima Kinen, I was also so nervous that I didn't notice other people."

Then, after these serious words, she smiled and waved her hands:
"Of course it's not the 11-move crushing defeat. I wasn't nervous in that match, but it was still a crushing loss. I definitely won't use that kind of match to encourage Xiaobei."

"Encourage Xiaobei? You mean..."

An Jingzhen was surprised and asked, "Have you already met Xiaobei?"

“I’ve also met other contestants.”

Without denying it, the Emperor of the East China Sea nodded and said, "And compared to your trainer, Xiaobei seems to be more calm.

“Of course, I mean calmer than you are now.

"I think that when we were in the preparation room... before we went out alone, you wouldn't have shown this level of nervousness in front of Xiaobei.

"And if I hadn't happened to pass by, I'm afraid given your personality and behavior... you would have calmed down quickly?"

Upon hearing this, Yasui Zhen did not answer immediately.

He knew that in the eyes of many people, he was probably a person who always remained calm and rational, but in fact he could also be nervous and anxious.

He didn't try to hide this feeling. It was normal to have such emotions when facing important things that could not be completely confirmed. It was useless to suppress it by force.

Rather than suppressing it by force, it is better to let it take its course.

Especially on the court, many things can help distract from the tension.

For example, now, as the East China Sea Emperor approaches the stands, the hustle and bustle that he is already accustomed to is already overwhelming him, and this lively atmosphere just dilutes the tension.

"Probably. I mean, I'll calm down soon. I have some experience in this area."

Giving a humble explanation, Yasui Zhen turned to gratitude and said, "Also, I haven't thanked President Emperor for encouraging and comforting Xiaobei."

"It's true that I'm encouraging you, but I'm not trying to comfort you."

Speaking in a slightly playful tone, the Emperor of the East China Sea raised a finger in front of him and shook it gently:
"Didn't I just say that compared to you now... or rather, compared to you just now, Xiaobei is much calmer.

"So, I just told her to keep going and I'll be there at the finish line.

"As for the fact that I would also be nervous about a race like the Arima Kinen..."

Pointing at Yasui Makoto with a smile, she nodded and said:

"I originally wanted to use it to comfort you, but now it seems that it is no longer necessary."

As they were talking, the two of them had already reached the stands.

From a distance, they could see the Dajing and the others who had arrived early and had taken their seats. After thanking them, the two of them took their seats. "You're so calm after just over a year of debut. Honestly, I haven't seen many trainers like you."

After standing still and gazing towards the stage, the Emperor of the East China Sea continued:
"You don't look like someone your age at all, calm, cool, rational and mature.

"Privately, I told McQueen that I've always been curious about what you'd look like when you get angry, or when you lose your composure.

"Of course it's a bit rude to think that, but I did see it just now.

"Well, although my curiosity was satisfied, but..."

She looked at me seriously and emphasized her tone:
"Your evaluation of me remains unchanged.

“He is calm, cool, rational and mature, far surpassing many trainers.

"Anjing, I'm very glad that I chose to hand her over to you."

When the Emperor of the East China Sea looked towards the appearance circle, An Jingzhen also looked over unconsciously.

The appearance session has begun. The first person to appear on stage is a tall figure, jumping onto the stage sideways on one foot. It is the Golden Ship.

Northern Black Horse is not the most popular today, but fourth. She has to wait for two more horse girls before it is her turn.

If he had not come with the Emperor of the East China Sea, or had seen this order of appearances alone, An Jing really didn't know whether he would have become calmer like he is now.

Maybe, or maybe even more nervous.

But he had clearly said that there seemed to be no need for comfort, and what the Emperor of the East China Sea said afterwards was clearly comfort.

The words were not very complicated, but the sincerity and gratitude in them, as well as the vague but real sense of relief, made him calm down immediately. He looked quietly at the appearance circle, waiting for his horse girl to appear.

And the comfort of the East Sea Emperor seemed not to have ended yet:

"So, as an excellent trainer like you and a great horse girl like Xiaobei, you should all be very confident.

“No need to be nervous, no need to worry, no need to be anxious.

"Confidently step onto this stage of creating emotions and miracles, dreams and challenges, and then...

“Fight with all your might until the very end.

"This... is enough."

……

In the grand and celebratory atmosphere, the entire stadium was like a pot of boiling water, boiling and lively.

The cheers and shouts of the audience intertwined into one, colorful flags and streamers fluttered wildly in the wind, and the air was filled with tension and excitement. Everything was waiting for the arrival of that exciting moment.

The commentator's powerful voice penetrated the broadcast and spread to every corner of the stadium, instantly pushing the enthusiastic atmosphere to its first climax:
"Everyone! Look!

"The top athletes of all generations have now gathered in this magnificent Zhongshan arena!

“They are like bright stars gathered here, about to start a thrilling contest!

"Look, the last contestant is ready and is steadily entering the gate, ready to go!"

The commentator's speech speed gradually increased, and his emotions became more and more excited:
"Today, this stadium is destined to witness history!

"A new king will be born, and a new peak will be climbed!
"At the end of the year, the last grass G1 race, 2500 meters at Zhongshan, every step will write a legend!
"Now……

"Here..."

As these two words were uttered, the entire stadium fell silent in an instant. Everyone held their breath and stared at the 16 closed gates.

"Start!"

(End of this chapter)