McQueen's attitude towards the Emperor improved considerably, with fewer confrontations. However, her attitude towards the Golden Ship began to change drastically.
However, the Golden Ship paid no attention to this and acted as usual.
Time passed day by day, and soon June arrived. After the Silent Suzuka participated in and won the GI Yasuda Memorial, which had nothing to do with everyone else, the Takarazuka Memorial tournament followed in a short time.
"Crossing the finish line! Takarazuka Commemoration! Good Opera has once again achieved a beautiful victory! It's a complete victory without even fully driving the final leg! It's taken its fifth GI!"
"And after this race, Good Opera will travel to Paris, France, to race at the Longchamp Racecourse. Will this Takarazuka Memorial give her the confidence to win and lead her to break through Japan's long-cherished dream of the Arc de Triomphe?!"
"King of Opera! King of Opera!" XN
At that moment, the entire audience cheered for the name of Good Opera, and Good Opera, facing the cheers of the audience, raised its fist with a confident smile as always.
However, this time, the smile on Good Opera's face was tinged with more melancholy than before. She kept glancing nervously at her ankle, but there was no unusual sensation there.
But... for some reason, that feeling of being unable to hold on became more and more obvious, and the unease about good opera also began to grow.
Chapter 332: Naze Fumino and Wada's Farewell at Parting
"Congratulations! Congratulations to you both! Trainer Wada and Opera, your victory in the Takarazuka Memorial was absolutely brilliant! You perfectly showcased the true strength of our Treson Academy's elite racehorse girls!"
"Well, the car to the airport will be here soon. Is there anything else you need? Trainer Hotan, and Good Opera, is there anything else you need or anything you're worried about? You can still let us know now!"
"Don't worry! As the chairman of the board of directors of Treson Academy, I can still fight for this kind of thing for you. The central government will also do its best to support you. Even if the central government doesn't support you, I will help you out of my own pocket!"
In the chairman's office, Chairman Akikawa Yayoi was in a very good mood today. A student from the Teresa Academy had suddenly emerged and even represented Japan at the Arc de Triomphe Grand Prix in France, which had always been considered an "obstacle." While Akikawa Yayoi was overjoyed, she couldn't help but worry about the good opera and Wada.
This is, after all, an expedition, not within Japan. In Japan, the central government would provide immediate support no matter what. But in France, everything must be done according to the arrangements of the French central government. All the Japanese central government can do is to do everything possible and think of everything they can think of.
The central government is already very experienced in this regard and has considered everything that can be taken into account, including medical teams, logistics teams, translators, etc. Everything that can be thought of has been prepared.
The remaining questions concern more personal matters related to the Wada-Ko Opera. These include things they like, items that can motivate them, their favorite foods, and dietary restrictions, among other minor issues.
These may seem like minor issues, but they are often the ones that determine success or failure at the most crucial moments. That's why Akikawa Yayoi needed to give her special instructions.
At times like these, no detail can be overlooked. To ensure the condition of the Japanese representative, Yayoi Akikawa had to put the bridesmaid dress on the Central Committee Chairman even if the opera singer and Wada asked him to be the officiant.
“We don’t have many demands, Chairman. The Good Opera and I have long been fully prepared for this day.” Wada’s reply was very serious, and at this moment he really could be said to be fully prepared.
When Wada learned that he was going to the Arc de Triomphe with Good Opera, to a competition venue that neither of them had ever set foot on before, he was indeed very afraid and panicked at first. However, with the support and encouragement of everyone, he and Good Opera made full preparations.
"However, I still have some concerns... Chairman, can we trust the logistics team this time?"
"What! You actually question it—well, I know what you're worried about. After all, it's normal for you to have doubts now, given what happened at the company." Akikawa Yayoi was initially taken aback by Wada's concern, but when she thought about what Wada and the others had gone through, she felt relieved.
"Don't worry, this team was directly selected by the central government. I've reviewed each member, and they are all highly professional logistics personnel. This time, I guarantee that no one will be able to cause any trouble."
"I still hope we can be a little more cautious, especially for the medical team. We desperately need such protection in times of need." Upon hearing this, Wada's expression relaxed considerably, though he still harbored some doubts, but was clearly much more at ease.
At this moment, Wada looked at the Good Opera beside him. The Good Opera was unusually quiet. Seeing this, Wada and the chairman couldn't help but feel a little worried. Wada took the initiative to ask, "Good Opera, what's wrong?"
"Ah? It's nothing, I was just a little distracted, Ryuji."
Good Opera snapped out of his deep thoughts and immediately showed his familiar confident smile to Chairman Wada, saying, "You mentioned the medical team earlier, right? Hmm, it's very necessary. Good suggestion, Ryuji."
"However, as the Overlord, I have no need to worry about other factors interfering with me. I only need my most loyal ministers to assist me, and as the Overlord, I will overcome all the difficulties in front of me!"
"Alright, then, let's move forward, Ryuji—let's rush to the stage of this world, and together we'll sing a grand opera where we are the protagonists on the world stage!"
—And after this opera ends, perhaps the opera king will soon be taking his final bow. The opera king silently looked at his perfectly healthy leg. He had undergone more than one examination, but the results were always the same: his leg was perfectly healthy.
Perhaps the feeling that she would be in danger if she went all out in that competition was just an illusion? Good Opera wanted to think that way, but her reason told her that it wasn't realistic.
However, she did not tell Wada this, because she knew that they were heading to the world stage, and that they were being anticipated by so many people who hoped that they could break through this "barrier" and give all of Japan's horse racing girls the opportunity to touch the world stage.
Therefore, they absolutely cannot give up, especially when they are in such excellent condition. Neither the opera nor Hotan can give up at this critical juncture.
Therefore, Good Opera decided to keep her concerns to herself. After all, being able to step onto the international GI stage this time was something she was willing to give her all for.
"Don't worry! No one dared to touch your group this time! Hehe, you should thank me properly. I almost had a fight with the central chairman to protect your group from interference. But the chairman is a reasonable person. After seeing your performance at the Arima Memorial, she decided that your group will definitely not change this time!"
Akikawa Yayoi smiled and said, then glanced at the time and immediately added, "The convoy will be here soon! Go ahead, everyone is waiting for you outside."
"Remember! You must take the Arc de Triomphe! And you must come back safe and sound!"
"Yes!" x2
Both Wada and Hao Geju's answers were resounding, but Wada seemed very confident about them. Whether Hao Geju was truly confident... remains to be seen.
……
"Everyone, it's time to say goodbye for a while now."
"Yes, go and come back soon, Wada-kun. Everyone will be watching you this time."
Outside the gates of Tresson College, Jinlang, Ikezoe, and others were already waiting. Just before Wada's opera was about to depart, Jinlang and Ikezoe offered their encouragement to Wada.
"Remember, Wada-kun, don't put too much pressure on yourself this time. Just play your best and treat the Arc de Triomphe like a regular GI match." Jinlang patted Wada on the shoulder. He knew Wada's weaknesses very well, so the only advice he could give Wada in this match was to let him perform normally.
Even if they don't win by performing normally, it's better than recklessly rushing in and missing the opportunity. At least, their goal this time isn't entirely to win. As long as they demonstrate the strength that Japanese racehorses and their trainers should be able to achieve through teamwork, that's enough.
Once they gain recognition, the French central government is willing to open a path for them to the world. Their goal is this path; victory is secondary.
"I understand." Wada nodded solemnly. After Jinlang finished giving his instructions, Ikezoe immediately came over and patted Wada's arm.
"Wada, you actually went to the Arc de Triomphe before me! But I won't fall behind either. Orphie and I will follow closely in your footsteps!"
"But this time, win big! I believe in you and Good Opera!"
"Yes, we will do our best. Thank you, Ikezoe-kun." Wada nodded, then smiled and said:
"Keep it up, Ikezoe-kun. I hope that when we come back, you and Orfi will have already won the classic treble."
"Waaaah... My dear opera friend, you and your trainer must be extremely careful on your trip to France this time."
On the other side, this time, Nutao seemed to have suppressed his other side well. He hugged Haogeju tightly and cried bitterly, saying, "You must come back safely, Haogeju. Everyone will support you."
"Don't worry, Nutao, no one can beat Ryuji and me!" Good Opera gently soothed Nutao's emotions. After Nutao reluctantly let go of Good Opera, Wada and Good Opera stood together again and bowed deeply to everyone.
"Well then, everyone, we'll take our leave."
Come back soon!
"Bon Voyage!"
"Waaaaah, please come back safely!"
The "Miracle" team and all the other team's female racehorses bid a reluctant farewell. Among them, surprisingly, the one who had competed with Good Opera for a spot cried the loudest. With Grasshopper comforting her, she wailed loudly:
"You must, you absolutely must fly with my share of Elu in your heart! Good opera singer! Carry my share of Elu and soar into the world!"
"Everyone... take care."
Wada Kaho Opera nodded solemnly, and just as they were about to get on the bus, suddenly, a figure squeezed through the crowd and came to Wada Kaho Opera.
"Wait—Wada."
“Nase…you…”
However, when Wada saw Naze Fumino emerge from the crowd, he instinctively glanced at the opera singer beside him. The opera singer, however, simply smiled tolerantly and said:
"Five minutes, Long Er. See you in the car in five minutes."
"...Thank you, beautiful opera."
Upon hearing this, Wada paused for a moment, then smiled gently. Before everyone's eyes, he grabbed Naze Fumino's hand and ran towards the other side of the street leading to Treson Academy…
Chapter 333: Kawada's Journey to Paris and the Fine Opera
As a trainer of fine opera, instead of heading to the airport immediately with his best racehorse girl, he turned around and walked in the other direction with another girl—and even received the understanding and permission of the racehorse girl in charge. This scene was extremely shocking to both the racehorse girls of Tressen Academy and the news reporters who were waiting outside Tressen Academy for the "King's Departure".
The sight of Wada pulling Naise Fumino away from the scene not only surprised the group from Treson Academy, but also ignited the excitement of the reporters who were waiting for the first-hand news of "The Overlord's Expedition." The jackals were excited as if they had found raw meat, and their eyes gleamed as they pointed their cameras at them.
"Big news! Big news!"
"Wada and Nase Fumino's relationship has been exposed!"
"A relationship that even a tyrant can tolerate! Does this mean it's already been accepted—"
You absolutely have to take a picture of it!
However, just as the group of reporters were about to follow Wada and Naze Fumino, Rudol immediately reacted and, with a group of student council members and other disciplinary committee members, the Uma Musume (horse girls) blocked the group of reporters at an astonishing speed, forming a "wall" of Uma Musume.
“I’m sorry, but as the ‘Emperor’ and the president of the student council of Treson Academy, I must guarantee the privacy of the two trainers within our Treson Academy.”
"Therefore, no one is allowed to go over there now. Friends from the press, please go back."
"Huh?! How could this happen?!" XN
Immediately, the reporters were full of complaints, and some even tried to rush out, but how could ordinary people be a match for the racehorses? Several of them rushed forward, only to crash into the racehorses as if they were hitting a wall, and returned empty-handed.
……
Meanwhile, under the cover of Rudol's group, Wada finally brought Naze Fumino to a quiet place. Before they could even catch their breath, they spoke almost simultaneously:
“Um—I…” X2
“…No, you go first.” Wada also gave the opportunity to Naze Fumino. There were only five minutes left before he and Hao Opera were to depart. This was already the biggest concession the Overlord had made, and he dared not be negligent.
"Wada, this is a list I... compiled." Naze Fumino handed the list to Wada and said, "..."
"The people on this list are all from Paris. They are some of the people my father knew back then. They have no financial ties with the sports broadcaster and are very professional team members serving female horse racers. Although most of them have retired, they are still very experienced."
“Once you get there, you can contact these senior figures. Just contact them in my father’s name. I believe they will help this time. With the help of local French seniors, you and Good Opera will encounter far fewer problems.”
Naze Fumino handed the list to Wada. The list was clearly handwritten, with French text that Wada couldn't understand. However, Naze Fumino had marked each name with katakana so that Wada could pronounce the names.
Moreover, each person's area of expertise, past professional responsibilities, and even their attitude towards horse racing girls are listed on the side... It's as if Wada has been given a cheat code, as he can know each other's personal information at a glance.
Just organizing this kind of information takes a lot of time, and during this time, Fumino Naze has been concerned about the Silent Suzuka, so she doesn't have much energy to focus on other things.
But she still did it anyway. Now that things have come to this, if Wada still doesn't understand Naze Fumino's feelings, then he's not just a blockhead, he's a complete fool.
But... he couldn't say anything, nor could he promise anything. He remained silent for a long time before finally speaking softly to Naze Fumino:
"...Thank you, Nase, but I don't know how to repay you."
"Bringing back a championship would be the best reward for me, Wada." Upon hearing this, Naze Fumino smiled slightly. Since joining this team, she had felt like she had become someone else.
She used to be calm and rational, but after leaving the super small bay, she became an extreme egoist—because only in this way could she survive in the environment of the community. If you don't fight for it, you will never get a chance. This applies to community organizations, and it also applies to Japanese society.
But since she joined the team, she has found herself starting to believe in many things again... such as miracles, dreams, and... other people.
She had always believed in herself, and thought she would continue to believe in herself and live on. But now, she was placing her hopes on others, wanting them to carry her dreams onto the world stage.
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