Uma Musume Girl, I'll tell you about my Santa Hat special move too?

However, this is not actually the case.

Due to their extraordinary dedication to "expeditioning to Europe and America," JRA sends domestic racehorse girls abroad every year in various ways.

One approach involves collaborating with foreign academies, allowing them to utilize the local training facilities and then compete on-site.

Another method involves using other means to allow female racehorses to be given local citizenship to compete.

This second method is the measure that JRA plans to have Stardust Illusion take.

However, this is actually a way of exploiting loopholes.

Whether in France, Japan, or other countries, the G1 races in Mario Girls are divided into two types: those that allow horses of foreign nationality to participate and those that do not.

Of the three French Triple Crown tournaments, these three competitions are basically the type that do not allow players from other countries to participate.

The previous statement from JRA personnel that they wanted Stardust Vision to compete for the Triple Crown implies that they would definitely take less-than-honorable measures.

Both the JRA and Rudolf symbol are quite clear on this point.

That's why Hikari Toyama said that, for whatever reason, they couldn't let this matter escalate to the point where the noble families found out.

But they're afraid... but aren't some people not?

"Are you done talking?"

The nobleman smiled and turned around, exchanging a glance with the Stardust Illusion standing behind him.

"This matter... is only in the discussion stage. There's really no need to escalate it to the point where even you, from a prominent family, know about it..."

The man in the black suit wiped his sweat again, wanting to glare at the Stardust Illusion that had blown things up, but he didn't dare to look up and could only smile and bow repeatedly.

“We certainly welcome Japanese athletes to compete in France, but if they want to resort to illegal means—they shouldn’t treat everyone like fools.”

The noblewoman spoke in a flat tone, and she didn't glance at the man in the black suit sitting in front of her again.

In any case, their gazes were fixed on Rudolf, who had already returned to his seat as chairman, his expression inscrutable.

"Have two female racehorses already come to Europe this year?"

"I remember the name was... the Golden Master, and it also had Sirius as its symbol, right?"

"What do you mean by this, noble family?"

Rudolf's tone is flat and devoid of any emotion.

"Huh? I was just asking, is that not allowed?"

The noble family spoke casually, as if they were just chatting idly.

However, the man in the black suit, who belonged to JRA and was specifically in charge of races for Uma Musume, could sense the threat in his voice.

Because the rules of horse racing vary from country to country, if they want to send their own horse girls to compete in Europe, they have to ask the European side to arrange local personnel to train them and take care of their daily lives.

In other words, the female racehorses have to leave behind their domestic trainers and all other relationships, and travel alone to accept the arrangements made by the other country.

How much shady stuff could be involved in this?

Even the slightest dietary inconvenience to the racehorses can negatively impact their performance, and they have no recourse for appeal.

Of course, according to common sense, a proud and noble family would not do such a thing.

But the JRA members cannot deny the existence of this possibility—

Or rather, JRA, whose methods are not exactly honorable, naturally finds it difficult to fully trust that others will act openly and honestly.

"This matter... is still in the discussion stage no matter what. It's really... really unnecessary to involve other contestants, isn't it?"

The man in the black suit pulled out a handkerchief from his pocket and kept wiping the cold sweat from his forehead as he stammered out his advice.

"What do you mean by this, defamation? Are you questioning the impartiality of the French horse racing community?"

The powerful family showed no intention of letting the man in the black suit off the hook, continuing to verbally attack him.

"That's not what I meant...we just..."

Despite being clearly being harassed by a powerful family, the man in the black suit was unable to muster the slightest resistance.

He stammered, trying to find a way to explain, but all he found was an increasing amount of cold sweat on his forehead.

Finally, he simply knelt down with a thud.

Directly in front of everyone, the man in the black suit bowed deeply to the scion of the noble family, and said with utmost trepidation:

"In short, this is all our fault, and we are truly sorry!!!"

"……snort."

Seemingly having received the desired response, the noble family didn't pursue the matter further. They raised their heads to gesture for the other party to rise, before leaning back against the sofa.

"However, on the other hand—if Stardust Illusion were to actually transfer to the French Academy, I would welcome it with open arms."

"This...this is impossible!"

Before Rudolf could answer, the man in the black suit, who had just gotten up from the ground, became anxious and shouted that he refused.

In his view, Stardust Illusion, the runner who was able to defeat the Noble Family in the training race, is definitely a future powerhouse.

Even if, as Rudolf's symbol suggests, the noble families simply didn't unleash their full potential, this still indicates that the Stardust Illusion possesses immense potential.

In any case, he could not possibly allow a runner with the potential of Stardust Illusion to be recruited by other countries.

However, just as this sense of mission gave him a sliver of courage, a dark aura enveloped the man in the black suit—

Are you being rude to me?

"A prominent family," the tyrant said, emphasizing each word with a terrifying tone.

This demonic force instantly drained all the strength from the man in the black suit. His body went limp, and he almost collapsed to the ground, but fortunately, his deputy quickly caught him.

"Alright, this is an internal matter for the prestigious family. We don't need you to interfere too much."

At this moment, Rudolf, who had been silent for a long time, finally spoke up, trying to smooth things over between the two sides.

Although she was also dissatisfied with JRA's actions, the extent to which Uma Musume used her magic to attack ordinary people was still a bit excessive.

"This matter was only in the discussion stage, but the Stardust Illusion is too sensitive, and there may have been some misunderstandings in the process of communication."

"You don't need to come here in such a grand manner to interrogate us. The matter hasn't even happened yet, has it?"

Rudolph appeared to be speaking on behalf of the JRA personnel, but he made no move, as if he had completely forgotten about the limp guy.

"Are you really not considering transferring the Stardust Illusion to another location?"

The prestigious family once again offered their bargaining chip: "You should know that I still have high hopes for her. After she joins the French Central Academy, I will do my best to train her to win the French Triple Crown and the Arc de Triomphe, and even tour the entire European arena."

"By then, at least you can say that this future world-class racehorse girl is of Japanese descent, right?"

"I don't think Stardust Illusion is exempt from the corresponding treatment in China. Our Central Teresa College is located in a free country..."

These two rulers of the racehorse races then began to converse in the office, oblivious to everyone else.

The JRA staff could only stand awkwardly to the side, unsure whether to leave or speak.

He hadn't expected that his original plan was to use the power of the JRA to pressure Treson Academy into choosing a better path for Stardust Illusion.

As a result, the matter escalated, and even prominent families learned of JRA's purpose.

He even used the two players who had already gone on expeditions as threats to force himself to beg for mercy and make concessions.

(Letting Stardust Illusion stay in Japan to compete is a complete waste of her talent!)

(Since we have the opportunity, shouldn't we in Japan fully support her to become a world-class racehorse girl?!)

(How awful, how awful, how awful!!!)

To avoid implicating other runners, the man in the black suit could only swallow his anger and keep his thoughts to himself.

He was willing to kneel in repentance for these matters, but he absolutely could not offend the noble families and affect the master craftsmen and Sirius who had already begun their expedition...

"...You've already taken Zhuo Fu as your disciple, haven't you? Even if the Stardust Illusion goes through, you'll only get half the resources."

"...Tch, even half the resources of the French Academy wouldn't be worse than yours. Besides, I can arrange for them to compete against each other in the two countries, so there won't be any competition between them."

The verbal exchange between the elite family and Rudolf continues.

The two, who had initially maintained their composure, now seemed to be getting quite excited, and even began to genuinely debate where the Stardust Illusion should continue to develop.

However, at that moment, an unexpected voice interrupted them:

"No matter what, I will definitely take on the challenge of the Arc de Triomphe."

Standing behind the noble family, Stardust Illusion, who had remained silent until now, suddenly spoke:

At that moment, everyone's eyes turned to her.

"Oh?"

The noblewoman's expression was mocking, but she did not speak immediately, instead waiting for Stardust Illusion to continue.

The man in the black suit was already in despair, realizing that not only would he fail to complete his mission, but he had also almost angered the tyrant of the powerful clan.

Fundamentally, the JRA he represents does not actually want to abuse its power for personal gain or to profit for any particular faction.

In their view, this decision was actually intended to help Stardust Illusion achieve greater glory.

She's doing her best for her beloved Uma Musume in her own way!

Of course, most people would consider this viewpoint utter nonsense.

Regardless of the circumstances, the man in the black suit genuinely wanted Stardust Illusion to begin preparing for the French expedition right now.

That's why he felt desperate after being rejected by both the emperor and the tyrant.

Upon hearing the words of the stardust illusion, he suddenly revived on the spot and quickly stood up and ran to the runner.

He asked urgently, pressing for details:

"Really?! They're really going to challenge the Arc de Triomphe?!"

"As expected! I knew it... How could a racehorse not pursue greater glory!"

"Compared to the classic triple crown, winning the Arc de Triomphe is definitely more important!!!"

"Stardust Illusion!"

Rudolf quickly stopped the Stardust Illusion from answering.

The moment the Noble Family appeared, she knew that JRA's plan was doomed, so she took the opportunity to stage a charade with the Noble Family.