Having trained real horses, why are we now training racehorse girls after time-traveling?

"Hey! McQueen, stop leaving things unsaid! Tell me already!"

The East Sea Emperor suddenly became anxious. She had a feeling that McQueen was hiding something from her. She wasn't stupid. When she was a child and full of curiosity, she had asked her parents and Rudolf Symbol about this question more than once. However, they either stammered or changed the subject. It was Rudolf Symbol who told her the answer in a very serious manner.

But now she sensed something was wrong; she realized that everyone seemed to be lying to her about this issue, and the emperor suddenly became anxious.

However, upon hearing the Emperor of the East Sea's words, McQueen smiled, gently patted the Emperor's head, and said with a warm laugh:

"Your Majesty, you are still young. This is not a question you need to think about right now."

"Waaaaah! Exactly the same! McQueen, your expression just now! It was exactly the same as when my mom gave me that excuse!" Upon hearing this, the East Sea Emperor immediately became emotional, clenching his little fists and saying unwillingly:

"If you won't tell me, I'll ask other people. There will definitely be other people who know the answer to this question. Just you wait and see!"

"Wait—the Emperor?"

McQueen was also startled and immediately followed. In an instant, the first duel between the two racehorse girls, who regarded each other as rivals, unfolded in a strange way...

Chapter 222: Ryuji Wada, the S-Rank Trainer

"Da da da".

"Come in!" After a knock on the door, the voice of the chairperson, Yayoi Akikawa, came quickly. Wada opened the door to the chairperson's office and walked in with Yoko Kagaku.

Just as Megumi McQueen had said, in the office, Ikezoe was with the Gold Master and Maki-rei, Imai-senpai was with the Gold Ship, and Rudolf and Naise Fumino were also in the office, making the originally spacious chairman's office a bit crowded. Surugawa Tessuna, who was standing to the side, smiled and said to Wada:

"Oh my, our new student council president and her trainer have arrived too~ Your presence is truly an honor after our hot spring trip~"

"Miss Junchuan... please stop teasing us."

Wada was also embarrassed upon hearing this. He wasn't curious as to why Surugawa Tessuna knew about this. After all, many people had covered for them back then, and everyone knew the truth. Therefore, it was normal for one or two people to leak information.

But Good Opera knew very well that this wasn't something leaked by anyone else. It was only because Wada didn't like browsing campus forums on his phone that he discovered that everyone in the entire Treson Academy knew about their relationship; everyone was just quietly watching the drama unfold.

"Congratulations! Congratulations to everyone in Team Miracle! You've given me and the Central Committee a huge surprise. Even I'm starting to look at you in a new light."

The chairperson waved her hand, signaling for Wada Kazuyoshi to come forward. In high spirits, she waved her fan and addressed the group:

"I never expected that you would have such a huge impact on the Japan Central Horse Racing Association in just one year. The entire environment of horse racing in Japan has even changed. You have truly made history!"

"The invincible 'emperor' that we, the Central Committee and Treson Academy, jointly created has been defeated. A new pinnacle has been established. Rudolf has submitted his resignation and it is ready for review. Treson Academy is about to have a new student council president."

"And all of this has changed in just one year. You three trainers, especially trainer Wada, have given us a huge surprise."

"By the way! Congratulations, Trainer Wada! You have now been promoted to a Central Trainer of the S Rank. You are the third person to receive this honor, and the youngest of the three. You have broken our Central Trainer's records for the youngest GI Trainer and Triple Crown Racer Girl Trainer."

The chairperson seemed to be in a good mood today. It was unclear whether it was because she had gone to the club yesterday with Junkawa Tesuna and Daikoku and taught those guys a lesson, leaving her feeling refreshed, or because she felt that Treson Academy was thriving because of Wada's honor. She was particularly excited today.

"Hey, Tsuna, bring over the one that the Central Committee sent and give it to Trainer Wada."

"Understood." Junkawa Tessuna nodded with a smile, then took out a red tray and handed it to Wada. Wada looked down and saw that it contained a medal, a brand new name tag, and a card.

"...This is not my achievement alone. The chairman, senior Iwanami, Mr. Ikezoe, and trainer Nase all gave me a lot of help, which made it possible for me and Good Opera to achieve all this."

Wada opened his mouth, but he was too embarrassed to take all the credit for himself. Instead, he spoke very humbly and with a touch of shame to the chairman and the others:

"In the team, I may be the most mediocre and incompetent trainer, but everyone doesn't look down on me because of my mediocrity. They tolerate me and help me, but I have no way or ability to repay them... I really don't deserve this honor."

"Don't say that, Mr. Wada. Only you and good opera can achieve this in this world, so this honor is certainly yours as well."

"Yes, Wada, just accept it. Besides, this honor doesn't belong to you alone. Also, from now on, our team can hold its head high in front of anyone."

Jinlang and Ikezo immediately stepped forward to comfort him, saying that Wada's honor of being an "S"-rank Central Trainer was not only an improvement in his personal status, but also a boost to the status of their team's racehorse girls. Along with their team, they would become the main team of Treson Academy in the future.

This "main focus" is not just talk; it means that their racehorses will have better resources, priority in racing, and access to better training environments and equipment.

For example, if the bounty is the same and they can only field the minimum number of racehorses as other teams, their team's "main" advantage can give them priority over other teams' racehorses to field first.

This is a huge advantage, and it's an honor that Hotan has won for their team. So, being polite is fine, but refusing is impossible.

Everyone wants the kids in their team to enjoy better resources, especially since these resources were earned together by them, so Hotan couldn't very well refuse.

"...In that case, I shall respectfully comply."

Seeing everyone's expectant looks, Wada accepted the honor with trepidation. Surugawa Tessuna smiled slightly and then handed all the items to Wada.

"There are ten million yen in this card. It's a subsidy and reward from the central government to your team," Junkawa Tessuna said to Wada with a smile.

"This funding is entirely under the control of your team members. From now on, your salary, subsidies, and pension will be paid by the central government as an S-level trainer."

"Congratulations, Trainer Hetian. From today onwards, you are a legend of Treson Academy."

"This really leaves me at a loss for what to do..."

Upon hearing this, Wada was speechless for a moment. His gaze fell on the card in front of him, and he seemed to have some ideas. Then he turned to Jinlang and his group and asked:

"Senior Imai... Ikezoe-kun, Trainer Naze, everyone, I want to use this money for something else. Can you all let me be willful just this once?"

"This is an honor that belongs to you, Wada. How you spend it is entirely your prerogative." Jinlang smiled slightly upon hearing this, representing everyone's thoughts at the moment, and said to Wada, "Go do what you think you should do. I believe you didn't just make up a plan to spend the money elsewhere."

"—Thank you." Wada bowed slightly to the group, then put the honor aside, picked up the card, and returned to Surugawa Tessuna.

"This card has ten million yen... Our team should keep five million, which should be enough."

"The remaining five million... Miss Surugawa, could you please donate it to some impoverished horse racing academies? I think they would need the money more."

As he said this, seemingly noticing the surprise on Tsuna's face, Wada immediately added, "I know that if we divide these five million into a single portion, it probably won't be of much help to the academies in those places, and it might not even be able to help them in their immediate crisis... But, even if it's just to add an air conditioner or a few fans to the children in those places, or improve their living conditions... that's all I can do."

"I hope that those racehorses and trainers who are in the local area but still dream of moving from the mud to the grass can know that everyone in the central government is always supporting them and helping them create the next miracle."

"...Trainer Wada, everyone says you're a good person, and it seems that's quite an accurate assessment."

Upon hearing this, Junkawa Tessuna's expression gradually softened from initial surprise, his eyes flashing with admiration. He then took the card from Wada's hand, bowed slightly, and said:

"I know what to do, don't worry, Trainer Wada. I will personally hand over this money to the person in charge of each local horse racing academy, and I will make sure your kindness is not wasted."

"It seems... our new generation of trainers is really reassuring."

Watching this scene, Rudolf nodded in approval and said, "With a trainer like this, the racehorse girls he trains will definitely be good. I can retire with peace of mind."

"But that's still a year or two away, Rudolf. Don't think you can slack off just because you're about to retire," the chairperson reminded him with a smile, though she seemed to be joking.

Meanwhile, Naze Fumino, who had been watching this scene without saying a word, stared at Wada with bright eyes for a long time without uttering a sound. However, the expression in her completely captivated gaze revealed the sense of relief she felt at that moment.

“I think I understand now why Nutao and Good Opera only recognize you, Trainer Hotan.”

"Perhaps there is still a lot I need to learn from you. As for becoming an assistant to the other two trainers... perhaps I should reconsider it more carefully."

At this moment, Fumino Naze, who thought she had learned all of Wada's characteristics, suddenly felt that she should stay by Wada's side for a while longer.

Chapter 223: Good Opera and the Next Stop in Khotan, the Expedition to France

"So, good opera has now become the new benchmark for Treson Academy. In the future, he only needs to win a few more competitions to take over my position as student council president without any controversy."

"As the team's main classic racehorse girl for next year, Golden Master, are you mentally prepared?"

"—I will try my best!"

At this moment, the group left the chairman's office and returned to the student council. Lu Duo was still sitting in the student council president's seat, but her expression was much more relaxed than before.

Now, all the members of the Miracle Team have arrived here. Looking at the row of racehorse girls in front of her, Rudo felt as if she were seeing a rising star of the future Teresen Academy, and her heart was filled with pride.

These are all future leaders of Treson Academy, so Rudolf symbolizes his hope that each of them can achieve great things.

There's not much to worry about with Good Opera anymore. As the next main character for Team Miracle, Uma Musume, Golden Master will take over the burden after Good Opera and challenge for the next Classic Triple Crown.

Rudolf's concern wasn't about the Golden Master's strength, but rather whether she could withstand the pressure. After all, before her, Miracle Team's Good Opera had already presented a near-perfect script.

After Good Opera, she challenged the Classic Triple Crown and was also a Golden Master of the Miracle Team, so naturally she will attract a lot of attention. But as for whether she can surpass Good Opera again... well, not many people are probably confident.

"The passion of this year has ignited the passion of the entire horse racing world. Everyone will be immersed in the victory of great operas and the coronation of new champions. Golden Master, are you mentally prepared to carve out your own niche in this new era?"

"Ah... now that you mention it, I feel so much pressure..."

Although the Golden Master was still quite confident in herself, and was much more confident than before, probably because after awakening her talent, she realized that those geniuses who were usually out of her reach could actually be easily defeated by her, and she gradually became full of confidence in herself.

However, having confidence in oneself and having confidence in creating a new era for opera are two different things. Although the Golden Master had thoroughly thrashed the Eastern Sea Emperor, she believed she was still incapable of beating many of the other female horse racers in her team.

Everyone is too strong, as strong as monsters. In comparison, even the Golden Master, who is described as "the Golden Tyrant who is as strong as a monster" in the eyes of the other racehorse girls at Treson Academy, doesn't have that much confidence in himself anymore.

"Be confident, Orphie, you're very strong too."

However, Chi Tian still had full confidence in the Gold Master, and patted her slightly uneasy shoulder, saying:

"Now that Wada Kazuyo Opera has won the Classic Triple Crown this year, we should strive to win the next one! Just as we said, our team will sweep the Classic Triple Crown and GI events for the next two or three years!"

"After the classic triple crown, we'll also participate in the Arima Kinen. Maybe next time we lose, it will be a great opera, and our era will begin!"

"Idiot, you idiot Chi Tian! Don't put so much pressure on me! I'm so nervous!"

Chi Tian's confidence in the Golden Master only made the Golden Master more uneasy, especially with the new king of opera right there beside her. She felt that this act of declaring war in front of others was too provocative.

Although everyone is on the same team, it's impossible to really take things too seriously. But to throw the game on the field would be disrespectful to the opponent. However, the Golden Masters are not confident that they can win against the peak of the Great Opera at Arima Kinen.

This kind of domineering script is a miracle for Japan if it happens even once a year. It's happened two years in a row. Do you really think that she, the Golden Master, is going to break Japan's strongest record again? No way, she doesn't have that ability, you know that, right?

"Not just the Golden Master, although my performance in the Classic Year wasn't great, I will continue to shine on the stage of the Emperor's Award."

Megumi McQueen also stepped forward and said to Rudolf, "This time, at the Emperor's Sho race, as the racehorse girl of the Megumi family, I will be fearless. Even if my classmate Good Opera comes to compete with me for the Spring Triple Crown, I will definitely win."

"Oh, McQueen, you're very confident! That puts my mind at ease!" The East Sea Emperor raised her hand in support. She had been worried that McQueen, who would be relegated to the background due to the clash between the classic year and the great opera, would lose confidence in himself. But she was still full of fighting spirit.

This way, she wouldn't need to spend too much effort comforting McQueen. The East Sea Emperor still had a lot of confidence in McQueen. In long-distance races, if there were any other racehorse girls who could defeat McQueen, then the other party would definitely be a legendary racehorse girl—or a long-distance specialized racehorse girl!

"It's a pity that I still have a year before I can debut, Emperor! Ahhh, President! I really want to race with everyone! I also want to challenge the President at this year's Arima Anniversary Gala, just like my fellow opera enthusiasts!"

"There will be an opportunity, Your Majesty. When you debut next year, if you can truly overcome all obstacles to come before me, I will definitely have a good competition with you." Lu Duo also smiled slightly and nodded, not paying much attention to the East Sea Emperor's words, and turned to look at Chi Tian and Jin Lang, asking:

"So, have the arrangements for the upcoming matches been planned?"

“Well, Orphie has already reached the Satsuki Prize bounty due to her performance in the previous matches. I plan to have her participate in the Spring Championship in March first, and then directly challenge for the first leg of the Satsuki Prize next month.” Ikezoe had naturally prepared a plan for the Gold Master.

“McQueen will take a break for a while. The Arima Kinen event took a lot of toll on her, so her race has been scheduled for the Hanshin Grand Prix in March.” Jin Lang had also planned McQueen’s schedule and said to Lu Duo with great confidence, “This race is a 3000-meter long-distance race, which is McQueen’s forte. We are determined to win this race.”

Although Imamura was very happy about the achievements of his team members Wada and Yoko Kagaku, he was still a little unhappy that his teammate, Uma Musume, had been relegated to the background for a year in a row. However, he suppressed his emotions well and did not belittle Yoko Kagaku and Wada's achievements. Instead, he offered his greatest congratulations.

Jealousy is useless; only hard work can make up for it. Besides, Wada's achievements are also the achievements of their team, so Jinlang is not jealous of Wada.

Now, McQueen's Year of the Horse has finally arrived, marking the beginning of her peak period. Although it's a pity that it coincided with the peak of good opera, fortunately, McQueen's area of ​​expertise is different from good opera.

Moreover, Wada isn't stupid; he has the foresight to see that now that he and Haoge Opera have achieved success, they shouldn't cause any more trouble in domestic competitions, nor should they sabotage their companions and other racehorses.

"Good Opera was too exhausted this time, so it will take a good rest for a while. After the GI4 winning streak, the next competition will probably be the Takarazuka Memorial. Before that, Nutao will participate in the Osaka Cup, and then I plan to have Nutao and Good Opera compete together in the Japan Cup..."

"Forget about the Japan Cup, Trainer Wada." Rudol smiled slightly upon hearing this, and suddenly took out a letter from her drawer and handed it to Wada.