Hokkaido Horse Racing Story.

Chapter 239 is indeed very powerful.
"So you're from the grasslands, huh?"

"Yes, his half-sister has a proven track record of winning the 1,600-meter turf race in the Fairy Championship, and his brother, who is preparing to debut next month, is also in very good health."

"Horse-shaped body looks impressive, but as expected—"

As Kitano and Zepp were observing a pony, the following conversation came from outside the stable next door.

As I stood up, I caught a glimpse of the buyer turning away out of the corner of my eye.

"Boss, that child looks like—"

For some reason, there was a subtle nuance in the tone.

I looked in the direction Zep was pointing.

The next moment, Kitano revealed a subtle expression.

"Indeed, it's very impressive."

The black deer-haired pony, who was playing with its tongue, also raised its head at that moment.

His face is almost identical to that of "Titan of the Grasslands" Chunqiufen, even the three-white eyes and bean eyes on the left and right are meticulously replicated.

It would be a lie to say I wasn't startled.

However, it's highly unlikely that you'll find any foals born during the Spring and Autumn Equinoxes or the Northern Black Horses at the summer auction.

"Maybe they're children from Bright Island."

"The stallions on Mingmei Island have long since retired."

Kitano took out his phone and checked Xiao Ma's information by checking the code.

Who knows, it's quite possible that the foal was born on Mei Mei Island.

Of course, compared to some kind of premonition or omen, it's actually just simple curiosity.

"As expected, they are of the bloodline of the Eastern Army."

Zepp, who was flipping through the auction catalog, leaned closer.

"The column below is more important than this."

Out of some subconscious habit, Kitano would first pay attention to the medical history when checking auction information.

According to the data, the foal that resembles the Spring and Autumn Equinoxes experienced a period of gastrointestinal problems during its age.

"Simple diarrhea. Judging from the timing, it could be due to simple stress after weaning or environmental stress caused by a change of horse farm."

"However, we cannot immediately rule out the possibility of short-term gut microbiota imbalance."

I started analyzing it subconsciously.

Continuing to read through the information, it quickly became clear why the horse owner had said "as expected—".

The registered auction weight is a considerable 419 kilograms.

Even disregarding the fact that it looks almost exactly like the Spring and Autumn Equinoxes, the horse's body, which is quite good-looking, should theoretically be a significant selling point.

however--

The little horse's father was a three-year-old grassland stallion.

Considering the pedigree and track record of the mother's side, it's not hard to conclude that "it will probably be a short-legged English horse, but whether it can run well is completely uncertain."

Past medical history is another factor that negatively impacts one's impression.

[This child experienced a period of poor physical condition and significant weight loss after weaning, but has since recovered smoothly.]

This is a tweet from the production ranch Afrikaans.

In Kitano's view, it is remarkable that both the human and the horse were able to overcome such a disease.

However, most horse buyers would probably have the opposite view.

"Just give it a try."

After all, the father's side has a very significant bloodline.

Thinking this, she turned to look at the black deer-haired pony, who was engrossed in playing with its tongue.

Then, I opened the panel in front of my line of sight and used the [Detector].

【Sunday Hymn 2026 (Untitled)】

【M1】

【Black deer hair】

[Distance Suitability: 1300-1600]

[Horse Farm Suitability:?]

【Foot texture: ? 】

【Growth type:?】

[Temperament:?]

【character:?】

Speed: B- Stamina: ?

[Winning or losing nature:? ]

【Instant power:?】

【strength:?】

[Health: C+]

【Xian:? 】

[Spiritual power:?]

【Softness:? 】

As stated in the foal introduction by Afrido Farm, the foal's condition is actually not that bad.

A level of health that is at least above the passing grade.

more importantly--

"This should be the highest speed that has been directly detected so far."

The day after his application for the Kyushu Horse Owners Association subsidy failed, Kitano began to believe in luck again.

"One thousand one hundred and ninety-seven times."

After noting down the pony's appearance number, I left the stable and departed from the display area.

Because it was the last day, the atmosphere at the event, whether it was the initial comparison display or the formal auction, was much more enthusiastic than in the previous days.

Because it was one of the earlier numbers, it didn't take long for "Holiday Hymn 2026" to take the stage.

"Entry number 1197, Sunrise Song 2026, male, black deer hair, born on February 19th, father Yao Manping, mother Sunrise Song is the daughter of Invincible Vanguard."

Although the auctioneer looked very imposing, the starting bid was only an embarrassing four million yen.

Only a handful of horse owners participated in the bidding.

"The price of the ticket was 5.1 million yen. Thank you to Mr. Kitano Yuki of the Hokkaido Horse Owners Association."

Because the competitors weren't particularly keen on buying, I was able to acquire it easily at a relatively low price.

This year's auction has successfully concluded. Thank you to everyone involved for your hard work over the past few days.

After sending such a tweet via his mobile phone, Kitano stood up from his seat.

Although there is one more Hennessy foal that seems promising, that's pretty much it for the year.

"let's go."

"Oh, so early?"

Although Zep looked surprised, he quickly regained his usual relaxed smile.

After completing the handover procedures, I finally had the opportunity to carefully observe the black deer-haired pony.

Although Xiao Ma resembles Chun Qiufen in both appearance and temperament, she has different legs, with the front two legs being long and white.

"It looks like she's wearing a pair of white gloves."

Zepp leaned closer to examine the little horse's hooves, while the black-haired pony lowered its head slightly.

Both the man and the horse had curious looks in their eyes.

"Foot texture is a good indicator of one's ancestral grassland preference—"

Congratulations on guessing correctly!

While scrolling through his phone and contacting the transportation company, he chatted casually.

"Haha, this is no problem for me."

Unaware of his past "glorious achievements," Zep revealed a smug smile.

"Regarding range, I think the short-range version is more likely."

On this point, the two reached a rare consensus.

"The ribs look a bit soft, but they feel quite firm to the touch."

Having seemingly determined that the black deer-haired pony was of a docile temperament, the hoof trimmer immediately began to stroke it.

The pony, caught off guard, rolled its eyes in alarm and took a few steps back.

"Alright, stop scaring the child."

After patting the pony's neck to comfort it, Kitano continued, "It is said that most of the descendants of the Great Shock have similar characteristics."

"Muscles that combine flexibility and strength, I really want them."

The German's tone became somewhat envious.

"Then let's start exercising now."

"Then please spare me."

(End of this chapter)