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

She's such a fool... choosing to believe this young trainer she once looked down on... she's hopeless.

“Wada, go, go and make good opera on the world stage... You deserve this honor.”

"I will always support you in Japan, Wada. We... will always be good friends."

Yes, my dear friend, this is pretty much where things end. Naze Fumino thought to herself, feeling that this outcome might not be so bad for her.

Fumino Naze never expected to see Wada again after this event. In her mind, Wada and Kou Geki's performance this time would definitely change the French central government's perception of Japanese racehorse girls and trainers, thus opening a green channel for them. Kou Geki and Wada should be the first pair to enjoy this green channel.

They will stay in Paris, study and learn there, and then become a world-class team—this is the dream that Fumino Nase has pursued all her life.

She may never have the chance to realize all of this herself, but if she could witness the Wada-Ko Opera reach its peak, she would be content.

At this moment... it's best not to let him have any extra feelings to hold onto. Naise Fumino thought to herself.

They were about to become people from two different worlds, and Naze Fumino didn't want to cause Wada any more trouble at the last moment.

"Don't say that. My opera partner and I are just going to France, not really going on a war expedition. It's like you're worried we won't come back..."

Naze Fumino's deep affection left Wada speechless for a moment, so he could only make this joke. However, Wada's joke only elicited a slight chuckle from Naze Fumino, but she still addressed him:

"Well then, take care, Ryuji Wada."

Goodbye, or perhaps never again. Naze Fumino said this to Wada in her heart.

Naze Fumino gently patted Wada's shoulder, then turned and left without looking back. Wada cooperated by not calling out to Naze Fumino again.

The adult world is never full of touching moments. Everyone eventually drifts apart in the end, perhaps not because of incompatibility, but simply because they have come to recognize the differences and barriers between them.

This time, Wada didn't try to stop Naze. Wasn't he thinking the same thing as Naze Fumino? It's just that Naze Fumino hadn't expected some of his actions and decisions.

After carefully putting away the list, He Tian continued walking towards Treson Academy... As he entered the public eye, the reporters who had been stopped by Lu Duo and others excitedly crowded around He Tian, ​​shoving flashes and microphones at him one after another.

"Trainer Wada! May I ask about your relationship with Trainer Nase—"

Are you a couple?

"Why didn't Trainer Naze come back with you?"

However, Wada did not answer any of these questions. He simply sat back in the car as if he had given up all hope. There, the opera singer smiled and said upon seeing Wada's return:

"Welcome back, Ryuji. It looks like you're ready."

"Okay, let's go." Wada stepped into the car, closed the door, and calmly said after taking a deep breath:

"Let's go together and reach the top of this world."

Chapter 334: The Silent Suzuka and Fumino Nase

Wada and Yoshimi Kagura left Japan that same afternoon, boarding a plane to Paris, France. It will be about six months before they can meet again. France is not a place you can leave after the Arc de Triomphe, so if things go smoothly, Yoshimi Kagura and Wada will have to wait until at least the Arima Memorial or the Japan Cup to have a chance to return to Japan.

After saying goodbye to Wada, Naze Fumino returned to Treson Academy alone in silence. She found a bench and slowly sat down, but her emotions just couldn't rise...

"So, what should I do now..." Naze Fumino raised her head somewhat blankly. Having placed her dreams on Wada, Naze Fumino felt very relaxed... but this relaxation left her at a loss for what to do.

Losing her goal left Naze Fumino feeling somewhat lost. Although she had decided long ago to leave the team and take the position in her own way, the sudden departure of Wada left her feeling uncertain about her future.

Could she really have such a deep bond with her racehorse girl, like Wada? The thought made Fumino Nase feel a little insecure.

It's a strange feeling. When she first joined the team, Naze Fumino treated Wada as a junior she needed to teach. But now, this junior, whom she used to look down on, has become someone she needs to learn from.

The subject matter of her studies left Fumino Nase completely baffled—"the bond between me and Uma Musume".

But can she find one? Just like the good opera for Wada, is there really a second pair like this in the world?

Just as Naze Fumino was pondering, a clear and gentle female voice, tinged with worry, asked her:

"Trainer Naze? Is something bothering you?"

Naze Fumino turned her head slightly and noticed a horse girl with chestnut-colored hair. She came to sit down next to Naze Fumino, her green and white hair making one's eyes feel cleaner and more relaxed.

"Suzuka... how are you feeling?"

"Very good, Trainer Naise. On the contrary, you don't seem to look so well, Trainer Naise." Silent Suzuka sat down beside Naise Fumino with a smile, handed her the drink she had bought, and asked gently:

"Is it because Trainer Wada left? I heard that Trainer Nase and Trainer Wada were very close."

"Ahem—Suzuka, where did you hear this rumor from?"

Unexpectedly, Suzuka's first words struck a chord with Naze Fumino, causing her to choke on her drink after just taking a sip. While awkwardly wiping her mouth, Naze Fumino asked Suzuka:

"Those are all just rumors, Suzuka, don't believe them. And even if there really was something between me and Wada, it's all over now."

"He has already taken a great opera to France on an expedition, and I'm afraid he won't be coming back this time, so I won't be bothered by him at all."

"...Is that so?" Suzuka didn't expose Naze Fumino's excuse. She just felt that Naze Fumino's expression was too easy to understand. If Naze Fumino weren't a racehorse girl, her tail would probably be wagging somewhere right now.

During this time, under Wada's arrangement, the relationship between Naise Fumino and Suzuka did indeed improve day by day. At first, the members of the Okino team were quite wary of this sudden friendly gesture from the trainer of the "Miracle" team, but as time went on, seeing that Naise Fumino seemed to be genuinely just trying to get along with everyone, they gradually began to relax.

Even now, when Okino sees Fumino and Suzuka chatting together, he's already quite used to it. It has to be said that Fumino's claim that she's not good at dealing with people is probably just modesty—or perhaps, because the other person is the silent Suzuka, they can get along better.

Regardless, Suzuka and Fumino Nase are now very close. Suzuka even takes the initiative to chat with Fumino Nase and occasionally confides her troubles. Suzuka has even approached Fumino Nase to ask about the Emperor's Autumn Prize from back then.

"Trainer Nase, why is Trainer Wada so nervous about my participation in the Autumn Emperor's Slam? Although I am determined not to let others have the best view ahead, but... with so many strong opponents, am I the biggest threat?"

"Will my presence hinder everyone's victory...? Raging Waves... and McQueen... they both want to continue their winning streak... am I a threat?"

Suzuka had actually been thinking about this question ever since Wada found Okino, but no one could give Suzuka an answer. After all, even if Suzuka was right, no one would admit it.

However, Naze Fumino's answer completely reassured Suzuka. Naze Fumino said to Suzuka:

"Don't worry, Suzuka. Everyone admires your figure and wants to surpass you on the track. For proud racehorse girls, the stronger the opponent, the more they can improve their strength."

"Therefore, Suzuka, you are definitely not an obstacle to your opponents, but rather a gust of wind that they want to chase."

"...That's why no one wants your influence to fade away so quickly; everyone is chasing after you, hoping to surpass you."

— With the help of Fumino Nase, Suzuka resolved her inner conflict and developed a stronger liking for Fumino. However, the more time she spent with Fumino, the more Suzuka felt that she and Fumino should have known each other much earlier.

"From the first time I met Trainer Naze, I felt a natural familiarity with you. Trainer Naze has taken such good care of me. Now, perhaps it's my turn to help Trainer Naze resolve her doubts."

"Trainer Naze...you like Trainer Wada, right? It's just that Trainer Wada only has eyes for Good Opera, and the gap between you two is too big, that's why you're so hesitant, isn't it?"

Suzuka's words directly exposed Nase Fumino's little scheme. She didn't answer, but that silence seemed to be more effective than any reply. Suzuka gazed at Nase Fumino and said with a smile:

"Although I know nothing about love... I think that if you, Trainer Nase, also admire someone's back... we should chase after them."

"This feeling is like a race, right? We want to overtake all the opponents and run to the front—Trainer Naze, if you want to stand next to Trainer Wada, you should at least chase after him, right?"

Silent Suzuka smiled gently and said, "How about trying to train a racehorse girl? If Trainer Nase can reach Trainer Wada's level on her own, I think the chances of you two being together are quite high."

"At least I would be very touched. The feeling of a child standing on the field with me just to follow me... I would be very happy."

"Chasing after a silhouette?"

Naze Fumino, however, seemed thoughtful upon hearing this. She felt that Suzuka was right; if she truly wanted to stand with Wada, she should at least demonstrate corresponding achievements.

But where can you find a Uma Musume (horse race) with a combination like the Wada Kaho Opera?

Unconsciously, Naze Fumino's gaze fell on Suzuka beside her, and Suzuka, noticing this, asked in confusion, "What's wrong?"

"...It's nothing, I just feel that Suzuka, it would be great if you were my designated horse girl."

"If it were you, perhaps we would have a chance." Naze Fumino smiled and shook her head, saying helplessly, "It's a pity I've been away from Treson for too long. If I had met you sooner, perhaps we could have pursued even greater goals."

"Hehe... Trainer Naze is really interesting."

Suzuka smiled indifferently upon hearing this. She was currently a racehorse girl in Okino's team, so of course she couldn't become Naze Fumino's designated racehorse girl.

But...maybe that feeling would be pretty good too? Suzuka couldn't help but imagine herself as Naze Fumino's horse racing girl, and thought it wouldn't be so bad.

"I wish I could debut a little later, so I might have been able to meet Trainer Naze."

However, just as Suzuka uttered these words of comfort, her words suddenly caught in her throat, and without her noticing, her pupils slightly blurred, and something seemed to surface in her mind...

"Silent Suzuka! Silent Suzuka is in trouble—"

"Ha." In just a moment, Suzuka snapped back to reality, while Naze Fumino, who was standing beside her, noticed the change in Suzuka's expression—the same dazed look she had just experienced. Her eyes narrowed instantly, and she grabbed Suzuka's hand, asking:

"Suzuka? What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"

"No... I was just a little distracted." Suzuka smiled gently and quickly recovered. However, seeing that Suzuka seemed to be fine, Nase Fumino couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

Even so, it was a huge success. Silent Suzuka was resonating with her memories... Perhaps, she really could find a way to change Suzuka's fate.

Chapter 335: First Encounter with a Prominent Family, Sisters from the Same Anchorage and Well-Keeping Lineage

Meanwhile, in France, as a plane slowly landed at Charles de Gaulle International Airport in Paris, the team representing Japan finally arrived in this foreign land. The airport was already filled with French journalists—they were waiting for the opera.

Don't get me wrong, the Japanese delegation isn't worth all the fuss from the Parisian journalists. After all, it's nothing new for the Japanese delegation to participate in the Arc de Triomphe Grand Prix, and most French people still view Japanese horse racers as "low-class" in the past.

However, this time, the Japanese central team has mobilized such a large force for the first time. In the past, the arrival of the Japanese representative racehorses was entirely arranged by the French central team, and they even needed to rely on the professional knowledge of the French trainers to adapt to the venue and environment in order to conduct the races normally.

However, this time, the Japanese central government and France have communicated that they do not need a French trainer to take on this task, and this time, they have brought their own team and trainers.

Previously, Japanese trainers were not even allowed to accompany their female racehorses to the international stage. However, this time, the French central government was willing to compromise and give Japanese racehorses a green channel to the world, which has already caused a great stir in France.

This inadvertently brought the stunning figure of "Good Opera," a Japanese racehorse girl, to the attention of French racehorse fans for the first time. After watching Good Opera's two victories in the Chrysanthemum Sho and Arima Kinen, defeating "Emperor" and becoming the new strongest racehorse girl in Japan, the racehorse girl known as "Overlord" unintentionally gained a lot of support from the French public.

This time, she came to the expedition with the original Japanese team, which made many French reporters sense a different atmosphere and feel that this Japanese team was different from the previous ones.

"Paris, France, we've finally arrived, Ryuji."

Having just disembarked from the plane, Good Opera, wearing sunglasses, wasn't trying to look cool this time, but rather preparing in advance to avoid being blinded by flash photography. Beside her, Wada followed closely, while the members of the central team from Japan, carrying their respective equipment and luggage, were also ready well in advance.

Of course, accompanying the Hotan Koyo Opera was a guide, a staff member from the central government who was specifically responsible for translation and also acted as a guide. With his help, the Hotan Koyo Opera's months in Paris went much more smoothly.

"It really feels different, Ryuji. I felt an unexpected surge of energy as soon as I got off the plane. What is this? Is my 'Overlord' bloodline beating actively?"

“Perhaps it’s because this feels like coming home to you.” Wada patted Opera’s shoulder and replied gently to the tyrant beside him, “After all, you are a racehorse girl of the Anzai lineage. Europe is truly the homeland of your bloodline to you.”

“Now that you mention it, Long Er, I’m increasingly feeling that it’s such a pity that Nu Tao didn’t come with us this time.” Good Opera also said, “She can only unleash her true strength in a venue like this. I really hope we can have another showdown with Nu Tao in Europe! Let’s see who the real overlord is.”

"Let's talk about this later. Great opera, we should go now."

"Also, good opera, remember to hold my hand. This is Paris, and I don't know anyone here. If you get lost, I'll have a hard time finding you."

"Hmph, how could this overlord get lost? Ryuji, you underestimate me."

No, no, no, he was genuinely afraid of not being able to find her. The group of Japanese staff members standing nearby sighed with emotion. Before they came, they had been specifically instructed by the people from the central government on this point—make sure not to let Good Opera wander off. If they found her traveling alone, they must drop what they were doing and follow her to prevent this "tyrant" with a terrible sense of direction from getting lost.

Everyone had to be extremely cautious on this trip to Paris, and they couldn't afford to make even the smallest mistake. After all, this was their original team, and everything they did here represented the image of the Japanese people. They didn't want their negligence to cause this expedition to end in failure.

The group headed towards the airport in a grand procession. However, just as Good Opera and Ryuji stepped into the airport, a large group of reporters who were squatting in the airport immediately turned their attention to the two of them.