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

"At first, I was quite skeptical about this because of the team's performance. But now that I've actually been in the team and experienced it firsthand, I realize that I was completely wrong."

"It seems that placing the Emperor in your ranks was one of the best decisions I've ever made," said Rudol, raising his own glass of wine to Jin Lang.

"This cup is to thank you for your contributions and for taking care of the Emperor, Mr. Jinlang."

"Thank you, and I thank you too for trusting me when I was still a newcomer." Jinlang also gave Rudolf a lot of face. Although he didn't drink often and preferred shochu, he still drank the sake with Rudolf in one gulp.

"They seem to be having a very pleasant conversation over there." In a small corner not far away, the East Sea Emperor and Megumi McQueen quietly arrived. The location they chose was excellent, directly facing Jin Lang and Rudolph's position, but because of a small corner, it was not easy for them to notice them.

“That’s why I said there’s nothing to worry about.” McQueen looked at the menu nonchalantly, but her ears were twitching slightly, which proved that she was listening very carefully. The restaurant was very quiet, and the conversation between Jin Lang and Ru Duo was clear to the horse girl if she listened carefully.

Of course, the reverse is also true. Rudolph could also hear the voices of the Emperor and McQueen. Therefore, the conversation between McQueen and the Emperor was extremely soft, almost like whispering.

"Your Majesty, what would you like to drink? How about our special honey drink?"

"Huh? There are some here too? I want them!"

"...Hmm? Rudolf, what's wrong?" Jinlang noticed Rudolf's slightly absent-minded eyes and couldn't help but ask.

"It's nothing, I just felt like I ran into two familiar people." Rudolf also smiled and turned his head to say, "But it seems I've mistaken them for someone else."

"Speaking of which, Mr. Jinlang, I've heard a lot about you lately, and there are several things that I find very interesting. You wouldn't mind if I satisfied my curiosity at this time, would you?"

"About me?" Jinlang was also momentarily speechless, wondering what he could possibly have that would interest Rudolf. He couldn't help but laugh and say, "I really don't know what a boring person like me could possibly have that would interest you, Rudolf. But if you want to know, just ask."

"...I heard that the head of the Mejiro family has proposed that you marry into the Mejiro family several times, but you have refused each time."

Rudolf smiled upon hearing this, a rare glint of curiosity in his eyes, and raised his voice slightly as he asked:

"Can you tell me why you didn't choose to marry into the Mejiro family? What... what are your thoughts on the Mejiro family and Mejiro McQueen?"

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However, just as Rudolf finished speaking, a not-so-loud but abrupt clinking of glasses came from the table beside him. This time, Megumi McQueen, upon hearing this topic, could no longer maintain his usual composure.

Because of this question, she was also very curious. For a moment, McQueen's ears, which were raised like radar, peeked out, carefully scrutinizing every word related to this topic.

Chapter 453: Jin Lang: What kind of hell is it to get married at such a young age?

"Huh—McQueen, the trainer and the president seem to be talking about you."

Meanwhile, the emperor, who had only come to listen to what Jin Lang and Lu Duo were talking about, never expected that the topic would suddenly shift to her friend McQueen, and that it would start with a topic that she herself found very intriguing.

For the members of Team Miracle, it's no secret that the Mejiro family wants to recruit trainer Iminami, and even has been determined to have him join the Mejiro family through marriage. Iminami himself doesn't even know how many times Wada and Ikezoe have teased him about it behind his back, saying that he's experiencing a second spring in his life...

However, Jinlang has been hesitant to marry into the family, even though Madam Meguro has extended an olive branch to him several times and even wanted him to choose any of the racehorses from the Meguro family. Jinlang has never expressed his opinion.

This is the best, and arguably the easiest, opportunity to achieve upward social mobility. In Japan, a son-in-law is not like the son-in-law in the neighboring country who is not only looked down upon but also made into various online articles and advertisements. In Japan, this is the ultimate goal of countless men's lives. Of course, it is obvious that men who lack ability, courage, and good looks will not be able to seize this opportunity even if it exists.

But at least for a trainer like Ijinami, he not only has a good personality but also excellent skills, which is quite attractive to every horse racing family, especially the Mejiro family, an old family that is currently in need of a lot of fresh blood and is undergoing a period of family transformation. They need family members like Ijinami who are capable, courageous, and responsible enough to be entrusted with important tasks to support them.

While the term "son-in-law" may still sound unpleasant to some Japanese men, in today's rigid class society, how much effort would it take to achieve such a significant leap in social class? And now, this opportunity is right in front of us, and it's definitely not a bad deal.

This isn't about marrying the old lady of the Mejiro family, but rather marrying one of the beautiful, young, and vibrant young ladies of the Mejiro family—isn't that a huge win? Even Okino T next door is green with envy.

But why has Jinlang consistently refused to accept it? The simple reason of being indifferent to fame and fortune is not enough; there must be some other reason.

This question is not only of curiosity to Rudolf, but also to McQueen, who, along with Jinlang, contradicts his grandmother. Why is his trainer so resistant to marrying into the family?

Could it be that she's not pretty? Well... although McQueen also felt deep down that his figure might be beyond saving, his face shouldn't be bad, right?

"This...you mustn't tell anyone."

Mentioning this, Jin Lang could only manage a wry smile as he put down his wine glass and said:

"If I said... I was afraid of delaying the young girl's prime years, would you believe me?"

"……Um?"

However, Jin Lang's answer surprised Rudolf slightly. Not only Rudolf, but also McQueen and the Emperor, who were eavesdropping, were slightly surprised. They seemed to be unable to understand the meaning of Jin Lang's words.

"...Excuse my frankness, Mr. Jinlang, but I always feel that you have a different understanding of your age?" Lu Duo also asked curiously, "You look like you're only in your twenties, still very young. Why would you think it would delay a young girl's life?"

"You even look younger than me," Rudolf added. To be honest, now that Rudolf compares his own face to Jin Lang's, he thinks she looks more like the older sister, both in reality and in appearance. If they went out together, people might even speculate about a sibling relationship.

"So this matter is putting me in a difficult position." Jin Lang nodded with a wry smile. Of course, he knew that he looked very young, like a college graduate who had just graduated. But some things cannot be changed by appearance.

As a man with the mental age of seventy or eighty, Jin Lang feels a certain shame about dating a young woman, especially since this young woman is just too young...

"These kids are still high school students. As their educator, I can't possibly develop a bad relationship with them during the course of my teaching, can I?"

“I’m different from Wada-kun and Ikezoe-kun. Even if they cross the final line, they will wait until graduation to get married. But my thinking… is more conservative than theirs. I’m someone who will never cross the final line before getting married.”

At this point, Jin Lang, as if afraid that Lu Duo might not understand, continued to add: "Just think of me as the kind of person who can't make a move on a high school student. Besides, I don't have any thoughts about marriage. Even if I did, the person wouldn't be a high school student, but a proper adult."

"I see. No wonder you were so resistant to marrying into the family, Mr. Jinlang. Was it because of McQueen's age?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Duoxiang finally nodded in understanding, realizing Jin Lang's thoughts. This idea wasn't particularly difficult for her to explain. If the genders were reversed, Lu Duoxiang herself honestly wouldn't target high school boys either; instead, she would choose to date someone who looked to be around her age, or at least her peer.

Just like her and Jinlang, they are of the same generation, but Jinlang will not make a move against Luduo Symbolic because, although Luduo Symbolic has been the president in name for ten years, she is actually still a high school student, a high school student in the senior division.

However, Rudolphine is indeed ready to graduate at any time, but there are still some things she hasn't let go of, which is why she hasn't officially graduated from Treson Academy. Graduation would mean the true retirement of her career as a racehorse girl, and it would also mean that she has completely stepped down from her peak running period and become an ordinary trained horse girl.

Fortunately, Rudolphin's current physical condition is still quite good, and she can return to the racetrack at any time. Moreover, with the accumulation of time and after witnessing the strength of so many new generation racehorses, she has gained some insights and reflections.

"So, does that mean you'll accept this offer after McQueen graduates?"

"Rudolph, if that's how you see it... then there's no problem." Jinlang thought about it carefully and gave a rather indifferent answer. Adulthood is Jinlang's bottom line. No matter what Megumi McQueen looks like, even if her figure is so mature that even Jinlang finds it hard to handle, a high school student is still a high school student. If that doesn't change, Jinlang can't accept it.

He didn't want to burden these children with the shackles of marriage too early. They have plenty of time and youth to enjoy. They can go to university, travel the world, and explore the world they love, are curious about. It would be unfair to them to treat them like caged canaries in a prison at this time.

This is one of the reasons why Jinlang finds it most unacceptable. He is very rational and therefore not in a hurry to get married. He is still very young and wants to experience the life of a young person again.

"Of course, there's another reason... I don't know what that child's feelings for me are, but I don't think it's love."

Jin Lang shook his head with a wry smile and said, "I've always treated all the kids in the team like family, like daughters, and they've treated me with the same respect. But to turn that feeling into love... I think that's a little bit wrong."

"A marriage that isn't based on mutual affection isn't necessarily doomed to unhappiness, but it certainly won't leave one feeling content. And love shouldn't be confined to the confines of a school or to the one man who treats you well. Women should explore the wider world, meet more and better people, before they can determine whether this budding feeling is love or just youthful infatuation."

“This is taking responsibility for their youth, Rudolf, that’s what I think.”

"...Indeed, he is very reliable, Mr. Jinlang."

Upon hearing this, Lu Duo couldn't help but sigh, realizing that he truly admired Jin Lang's rationality in this regard. Maintaining one's judgment amidst such temptations and allure was no easy feat.

Their conversation naturally reached the ears of McQueen and the Emperor, who were standing nearby. McQueen, however, simply sipped his tea silently, seemingly deep in thought...

Chapter 454: Sirius and Rudolph

"Hehe, I see. So the trainer prefers adults to students~"

After listening to Lu Duo's conversation with Jin Lang, the emperor suddenly realized why Jin Lang hadn't accepted Madam Meguro's invitation for so long. It turned out that he couldn't accept dating a high school student.

This news wouldn't have been a big shock to the emperor, but it was a completely different story for McQueen. It made her feel somewhat relieved, but also unconsciously a little nervous.

McQueen was relieved to learn that his trainer's initial refusal to marry into his grandmother's family was for her future well-being, not out of dislike or contempt.

On the other hand... Jinlang's steadfastness also made McQueen realize that it would be difficult for him to sway his trainer's mind. At least, before she grew into a complete lady, his trainer would never consider anything related to romance.

However, the growth trajectory of racehorse girls is completely different from that of humans. Their bodies are unlikely to change drastically at different stages. For example, McQueen, who is currently in her racing period, will have a very low body shape, even if she puts in more effort later in life, as long as her physical condition remains at the racing stage.

Unless she completely retires in the future, and her peak as a racehorse girl is over, and she officially enters her mature stage, she will not be considered a true "adult" as Jinlang and Luduo symbolize.

But that period was too long and too difficult for racehorse girls to grasp. The age at which each racehorse girl enters these stages is different. Some precocious racehorse girls may enter maturity quickly, but McQueen knows very well that the Mejiro family bloodline is generally late-maturing, and it may take a long time for her to grow into an adult.

"McQueen? What's wrong?" The Emperor noticed McQueen's slightly silent demeanor and asked with concern.

"...It's nothing, Your Majesty, it's nothing."

McQueen eventually calmed down and subconsciously placed his hand on his chest, feeling the rise and fall that could only be felt by touching it, and couldn't help but sigh.

I don't know if there's any hope for me... Even if I reach puberty, will I be able to improve my figure a little?

……

Welcome back again!

"How is it, Mr. Jinlang? The food at this restaurant is quite good, isn't it?"

Lu Duo and Jin Lang concluded the lavish dinner, both leaving the restaurant satisfied. Facing Lu Duo, who clearly sought Jin Lang's approval of his family's business, Jin Lang smiled and replied:

"Very good. As expected of a business that symbolizes ranches, businesses from established families are very trustworthy."

"I'm glad you like it." Lu Duo Xiangyao replied with a smile. At this moment, Lu Duo Xiangyao, who had already expressed her gratitude, also privately asked her family to help pay off the debt for the decisive outfit that Jin Lang gave to the Emperor. However, she has not yet received a reply, otherwise she would know that the money has already been paid off by the Golden Family and the Megumi Family.

"In that case, let's go back to school together. It's so late now, and we'll be in trouble if we miss curfew—"

However, Lu Duo had only spoken halfway when she suddenly noticed something out of the corner of her eye and stared intently at the shopping mall on the side, which also drew Jin Lang's attention.

Because this restaurant is located on a very busy street in Tokyo, it is right across from a bustling shopping mall. Here, Jinlang noticed a row of huge signs at the entrance of the mall, which clearly showed information about a bookstore opening on a new floor.

The line above, “All kinds of best-selling books, fairy tales, and joke collections are available,” was precisely what caught Rudolf’s attention.

"—Shall we go take a look?"

"Ah? No, no, please don't misunderstand." Upon hearing this, Lu Duo subconsciously realized what was happening, his face flushing slightly with embarrassment, and he said awkwardly:

"My jokes aren't copied from joke collections; they're all things I come up with myself through a series of coincidences and deep thought. While they may have some influence from my family, I think my jokes are still quite original."

"However, my perception seems to be somewhat different from that of the student council members. Every time I tell a joke, Qi Cao and Bai Ren's reactions are very indifferent... I can't help but wonder if my jokes are too old-fashioned... or something."

As he said this, Lu Duo couldn't help but ask Jin Lang with some curiosity, "Mr. Jin Lang, as a trainer of the new era, do you think my jokes are okay?"

"Well, it might be novel to me, but it might be different for the QiCaos." Jin Lang replied with a smile. For someone in his seventies or eighties, his corny jokes were even cornier than Rudolf's, practically household names. Rudolf's corny jokes worked quite well for him, but for others, they were a different story.

"But that's precisely why we need to improve. Let's make some choices together."

"There's no need for you to go to so much trouble." Lu Duo was a little embarrassed, but he didn't refuse Jin Lang's kindness. The two of them walked slowly towards the mall.

Behind the two, the East Sea Emperor and McQueen followed closely. When they saw Lu Duo and Jin Lang walking together towards the mall, the Emperor asked in confusion:

"Didn't we go back after eating? Why are we still shopping together?! Isn't this a date?!"

"Besides, wouldn't it be difficult to keep up? There are so many people in the mall, it's easy to lose them."

"There's no other way... it seems we have no choice but to give up." The Emperor of the East Sea sighed, but then noticed that Megumi McQueen had silently followed beside him. The Emperor was bewildered and instinctively called out:

"Wait a minute—McQueen! The mall can't really do anything about it, can it?"

"It's alright. This shopping mall is owned by the Megumi family. I just need to make a call to the managers there and tell them to be careful and not let the staff bother us. They can also cover for us." McQueen said unhurriedly, "Hurry up and catch up, Your Majesty. It'll be more troublesome if we're late."

"..."

However, despite initially being dragged along by her, McQueen, who was now more enthusiastic than her, continued to follow along, her mind filled with disdain for McQueen's wealth and arrogance stemming from his privileged background.