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

Darkness spread to all the runners, and the pitch-black chains that had already erupted once more reappeared from the ground, which was now completely soaked in demonic energy, binding the racehorse girls' hands and feet completely.

This is definitely not something that can be done simply by being possessed by magic.

It's not just about plundering physical strength and fitness; the darkness summoned by the Manchester Tea House can even gradually weaken the five senses of those being plundered!

At this moment, all the runners realized one thing.

If we don't escape this darkness quickly... forget about victory, we might even be completely swallowed up!

……

"Still not enough."

The figure in the teahouse lowered his head and made this judgment as he looked at his "friend" speeding ahead.

Having already unleashed such a massive wave of demonic energy, she felt no pride whatsoever. On the contrary, she knew perfectly well that such an offensive was utterly incapable of defeating Alice, let alone catching up with [Friend].

In the Yayoi Prize match against Eliseko, he unleashed the same terrifying demonic power as he did today, yet Eliseko's running pace seemed completely unaffected.

Just as darkness cannot bind light, I could not stop that guy from running at the speed of light, and watched helplessly as he left me several horse lengths behind and rushed into the finish line first.

Speaking of which, wasn't there a racehorse girl named Stardust Illusion in this race?

Just by being a classic, he was able to fight to this extent against his predecessors, including himself.

I've heard other female horse racers discuss her before, saying that she pioneered the field before the classic Triple Crown—making her a potential future star in the horse racer world.

But nowadays, probably not many people remember that...

That Alice, on her very first time standing on the field, possessed a power called a domain.

She showed no mercy, completely crushing every opponent who challenged her. Maintaining such an overwhelming advantage, she won the Satsuki Prize in one fell swoop, but then announced her retirement due to injury and never participated in any competition again.

Compared to Stardust Illusion, who was called a genius, monster, and tyrant, Alice was arguably even more outstanding.

This completely crushed these female horse racers who were still considered normal runners.

The same is true for Alice today.

The years since her retirement seem to have left no trace on her. The moment she stepped onto the field, Chaza noticed that she was in the same state as when she was at the Satsuki Sho.

There is absolutely no sign of decline or unfamiliarity.

No matter what, the tea house has to admit this.

Unlike her own ordinary talent, Alice was the type who was born to run, which is why she could achieve things that ordinary people could not even imagine.

(What's wrong, friend...? Are similar images flashing through your mind, making you afraid of Alice?)

"On the contrary."

A cold and indifferent reply.

That's right, Sugo is just as strong as he was when he retired, without any change or decline.

But... she is different from Suko.

Unlike Alice, who devoted herself to research in the laboratory after retiring, Chaza, as an active player, has been constantly challenging herself and breaking through to become stronger in each match.

(That's right! She's still the same Alice from back then, but you're different...)

(My friend, you're no longer that weak racehorse girl who could only watch her back from afar.)

(In these past few years, you have become powerful—powerful enough to become darkness that can completely devour even the light!)

As the voice in the heart of the teahouse declared, the entire race seemed to freeze at that moment. The pitch-black shadows covered the sky, taking all the runners into another world!

The sound of shattering echoed in everyone's ears, and the scene before them had completely changed.

Those are celestial bodies, those are the Milky Way, that is the universe!

The racetrack in the starry sky reappeared, laid out beneath the feet of all the racehorse girls.

The illusion summoned by the Manchester tea house is strangely identical to that of Alice.

Like a destined showdown, the battle between the tea house and Soko, light and darkness, is about to unfold here!

"Join me in arms."

The teahouse's declaration resounded in everyone's ears, its chilling momentum rising and roaring.

This jet-black figure was like a streak of light; it was a manifestation of conviction, a testament to strength, and an invitation to a duel.

In their revenge showdown with Alice, Manchester City is undoubtedly showcasing all the strength they have to offer!

(But... what does it mean to join hands with me?)

The golden ship, piloting its unsinkable vessel through the universe, tilted its head, a hint of doubt in its mind.

Are there any runners in this race who can work with her?

It shouldn't exist, right?

Of the 10 runners, excluding the two who had been completely defeated, the remaining ones were himself, Tea House, Suzi, Donna, Stardust, McQueen, Aldan, and Ryan.

There's no way anyone would be standing by her side at this time.

There can't be an 11th person, right?

Could it be that this guy pushed his domain too far and is becoming a little delirious?

—That's perfect, one less person needs to be surpassed!

The golden ship made an optimistic prediction, and then suddenly crashed into its side!

"What are you doing?!"

Having been fully alert to the impact from the Manchester tea house behind her, the lady never expected that the guy beside her would do something so stupid.

Even with her strength, she couldn't help but sway as she dodged the impact.

(Okay, okay...you want to compete with me, huh?)

Exhaling a deep breath, the noblewoman's veins bulged on her forehead, and her steps shifted instantly, poised to deliver a powerful elbow strike to the golden boat beside her—

However, the next second, a voice resounding in everyone's hearts shattered this plan completely:

(When the overlap of "us," linked by this special bond, occurs, a miracle worthy of being recorded in history will appear!)

(Friend, from this moment on... make monsters fear you, and make even the light unable to escape you.)

"This is--?!"

The stardust illusion, still within the second realm, turned its head in disbelief to look at the runner shrouded in darkness behind it.

The next second, all the celestial bodies trembled simultaneously.

They were then pulled away from their orbits and slowly converged in a certain direction.

The teahouse, which has just begun to move, is constantly adjusting its movements.

It was as if something unseen was constantly adjusting her posture...

There's no mistake!

The Stardust Illusion instantly recognized the true meaning of this state.

The Manchester tea house is now overlapping with a figure that only she can see!

However, the teahouse had already completed this final step.

The golden pupil of his right eye was instantly completely covered by black, and even the entire eyeball was dyed completely black.

The corners of his mouth turned up unconsciously. Although he still had the same face, he strangely displayed an arrogant attitude that was completely different from before!

A murderous aura emanated from his body, and the oppressive presence he exuded was like the most primal and profound.

[Colorful skill, Mystic Realm, activated.]

[Unique skill... The Form of Chasing the Ruler has been activated.]

That was darkness.

It is the ultimate destroyer existing in the universe.

This is the ultimate answer to these celestial bodies before us.

It can even capture light completely—

—Blackhole.

"Don't relax even a little."

Her voice had completely changed; a whisper filled with arrogance and disdain reached everyone's ears:

"Failure... can happen in an instant!"

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Don't Leave Me Behind: A colored skill, an upgrade from Stamina Devourer. When in the middle of the race and positioned behind, it depletes the stamina of the horse girl in front and slightly increases her speed.

Mystic Realm: A high-level skill with colorful effects, capable of sweeping away everything in one fell swoop. If you have plenty of energy left in the early stages of the game, quickly advance forward.

Chasing Shadow: Inherent Skill. In the latter half of the race, while in the middle group, it gradually increases its speed by chasing its "friend," causing the horse girls in front to hesitate and become timid.

Chapter 324 (6k) Argument complete, perfect conclusion!

[There's only one goal: victory in this Takarazuka Memorial! These racehorses have given their all, fighting tooth and nail against each other until now!]

[Stardust Illusion's last leg is now in the most advantageous position, having already closed the gap to second place! Only three horse lengths remain between them and Alice; can they catch up?]

Can this runner, who seems to have returned like a monster, stage another miraculous chase on the stage known as "Takarazuka"?!

The host was so excited on the commentary stage that he simply stood up from his seat, grabbed the microphone with one hand, and started shouting frantically.

Seeing the drama unfold again on the field, and such a thrilling match in the final stages of the game, even she, with more than ten years of commentary experience, couldn't help but become completely engrossed.

Although as an ordinary person she cannot accurately perceive the state of each racehorse girl when she activates her domain, she can tell from experience that Stardust Illusion's performance in the second half of today's race was not ideal.

However, anyone who has watched Stardust Illusion's previous matches will be eagerly anticipating her incredibly profound and magically terrifying final kick.