Why was I assigned to be a horse girl?

As they entered the final straight line, Hitsukoha's profile came into Kinkakuji's view, followed by the back of Hitsukoha's thick hair. Hitsukoha only left a crimson silhouette in Kinkakuji's pupils.

"Golden Pavilion, I'm leaving!"

In the end, even the figure of Scarlet Amber was completely obscured by the shovel truck.

From last place to first place, Hitoko Amber thus completed her comeback...

Or perhaps, this was her plan from the very beginning.

"Hitotsu Amber has crossed the finish line, followed by a car sledding across the finish line! Also Hitotsu Amber! Almost two cars sledding ahead!"

"I believe the video of this race will be permanently preserved at Obihiro Horse Racing Track! And with such an excellent racehorse girl, she will surely achieve outstanding results in both draft horse races and racing competitions in the future, right?"

"And right now, Hitotsu Amber doesn't have a trainer yet~ Trainers in front of the TV, did you see that?"

In the stands, the few hundred people also erupted in cheers that were like a tsunami.

“Scarlet Amber, Scarlet Amber.”

In a corner of the bustling crowd, a noblewoman holding a parasol smiled and let out a soft breath, "A beautiful win... I hope to see you on the field again, Amber."

After saying that, the lady seemed to sense something and turned to look at the second-class audience seats behind her... After looking around for a while, she shook her head and murmured.

"How could he possibly be here? But Kotobuki... I actually wanted to introduce you to such an excellent racehorse girl, but unfortunately you're not destined for it."

……

After winning the race, Hitoko's expression was not as flamboyant as it was on the track. Facing the racehorse girls who were arriving at the finish line one after another, Hitoko smiled and nodded to them.

In that case, I can say that I have successfully completed my debut mission, right?

So next... there's the most important thing to do!

At that moment, Kinkakuji also walked over, his face showing a somewhat unhappy expression. Even so, Kinkakuji still offered his congratulations to Hitsukohaku, "Congratulations! I never expected that in a mere debut competition, there would always be someone stronger..."

Fei Tu Hu Po smiled back: "You're amazing too."

"Hmph, I don't need your praise, you wicked woman!" Unexpectedly, Kinkakuji didn't appreciate it, tilting his head back and continuing, "If you participate in the horse-drawn carriage race again next time, I will definitely beat you—no, not next time! Tonight at the horse-drawn carriage winners' stage! I will beat you!"

"Wait a minute, what is the stage for the winner of the horse-drawn carriage contest?"

Just as Hitoko was about to press for more information, Kinkakuji didn't offer any further explanation. He tossed his head and turned to walk back towards the passage where everyone had entered.

So what exactly is the winner's stage?!

Never mind, I'll go ask the all-knowing Kotobuki Toru later... I still have something I want to say to him.

Just as the commentator mentioned on the radio at the end of the match... as a racehorse girl who won her debut race in the draft horse competition with an absolute advantage, she had already demonstrated outstanding talent and strength during the competition.

No trainer wants to miss out on a talented racehorse girl, especially since most trainers who come to watch the debut race are there to discover racehorse girls.

Therefore, as she walked out of the player tunnel, Hitotsu Kohaku was immediately surrounded by shouts from the trainers who were qualified to enter the waiting room.

“Miss Hito, I am Hiroto Treson’s trainer. I believe that your strength and talent can complement each other, and together we can reach the top of the world!”

"Miss Fat Rabbit! I'm from Sapporo Treson. I know you've also delivered food in Sapporo, right? We're from the same hometown!"

“Miss Fei Tu…”

The treatment of racehorse girls before and after winning a race is definitely different.

As Hitotsu Amber thought this, she nodded and smiled at the enthusiastic trainers around her...

Everyone's enthusiasm and sincerity are genuine. If I were to meet them first after becoming a Uma Musume (a horse racing show), I would probably choose to team up with them.

But this time, the first person I encountered was someone else.

And he should be waiting for me too.

As Hibiki Amber moved forward slowly, the enthusiastic trainers surrounding her made way for her.

The further Hitotsu Amber walked, the more silent the trainers surrounding her became, because they gradually realized that Hitotsu Amber had her own direction, her attention was not on them at all, and she did not consider the group of trainers around her at all.

Realizing what was happening, the trainer slowly parted to create a "path".

At the end of the road stood Kotobuki Toru, standing by the dividing line of the internal personnel passage.

Hitoko walked up to Kotobuki Toru. She had already thought of many words to say while walking.

What do you mean by "I'm awesome"? From now on, this racetrack will be called the Scarlet Amber Racetrack, and other cheerful and uplifting things.

But when she stood before Kotobuki Toru, she had almost forgotten what she had said.

Hitotsu Amber simply put her hands behind her back, leaned forward playfully, crossed the divider, and moved closer to Kotobuki Toru.

Then the girl instinctively laughed, her eyes crinkling into crescents, a smile that could topple empires.

"Trainer, I won!"

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Chapter 54 Then I'll skip Central Teresa for now.

"Trainer, I won!"

When Fei Tu Hu Po finished speaking, a thunderous applause erupted around them, like a downpour of applause.

Although there were exclamations like "That bastard!", "Why?", and "Damn it!", it was clear that everyone was sincerely wishing that Uma Musume would find a trainer.

Especially to the trainers, the weight of these words was even more impactful...

As is well known, the vast majority of trainers find their assigned racehorse girls by watching racehorse races, actively seeking them out, and then applying to become racehorse girls themselves.

It depends on the horse girl's own wishes and intuition, and five out of ten will be rejected, since horse girls are very sensitive spirits who value their intuition highly...

And what did this guy in front of everyone do? He proactively approached the kid who wasn't a trainer yet, and before he even knew if the kid was willing, he greeted him with a sweet "Trainer".

Even if you acknowledge the kid's efforts, it's essentially like inviting him to become your trainer.

This is the legendary reverse nomination! It's even rarer than a girl actively inviting someone to be her boyfriend!

Which trainer could withstand such a test?

Looking at Hitotsu Kohaku in front of him, Kotobuki Toru still felt a slight lump in his throat. The time he had spent living and training with Hitotsu Kohaku had instantly blurred his vision.

I never knew before that being called a trainer could be so touching, almost to the point of tears...

Kotobuki Toru really wanted to agree to Hitokohaku's request and, as a trainer, give a high-five, or even a hug, to her team's successful debut member, but...

"Hibiscus Amber, I'm here."

A cold voice rang out beside the two, and the waiting room fell silent instantly. At the same time, several thuds of people falling to the ground due to losing their balance suddenly rang out.

"Little, little chestnut hat..."

Today, Oguri is wearing a school uniform-style outfit, but without a hat, her gray-white hair falls naturally down her head.

Any trainer present who had some knowledge of racehorse girls and was familiar with world affairs would not mistake this racehorse girl.

This is the vice president of Central Treisen, the Cinderella of the Reed... and the legendary racehorse girl.

When she appeared on the field of the horse draft race, the impact was no less than when the US president appeared at a McDonald's on the street.

Oguri, seemingly oblivious to the presence of those around him, glanced back and forth between Hitoko and Kotobuki with his grey-blue eyes before slowly asking, "It's the same question as last time... I'm leaving tonight, so, Central Tereson, want to come? If you come with me to Central Tereson, you can start classes tomorrow."

This time, a collective gasp rippled through the crowd.

Having just finished his debut match, he was recruited by the president of Central Treson... What terrifying talent, and what a bright future!

With such a great opportunity, shouldn't we just follow Oguri Hat out on the spot?

It's just a pity for that trainer who was just chosen by Hitoko Amber... Going to the central area means parting ways.

Won't you go crazy from such extreme joy and sorrow?

But Hitotsu Kohaku simply looked up at Kotobuki Toru again and asked, "I asked you this once before, but you still haven't answered me. Maybe you thought you were an outsider and couldn't give me advice before, but now, trainer, please give me some advice."

Kotobuki Toru also suppressed the emotional expression on his face. After taking a few deep breaths, he said seriously, but in a low voice, "First of all, I want to say that trainers should take the development and growth of racehorse girls as the primary metric. When a racehorse girl has a better direction for development, she should be encouraged to move forward and explore new environments."

The trainers around them nodded in agreement.

Kotobuki Toru's words are quite correct, almost identical to what's stated in official textbooks... Trainers actually comfort themselves with this whenever a local racehorse girl is poached.

Kotobuki Toru continued his serious analysis: "And in Central Tressen, there are better teachers, a better training environment, and better logistical support..."

Hitotsu Kohaku turned to look at Oguri Hat and asked, "Oguri Hat-senpai, if I go to Central Tereson with you, what about Kotobuki Toru? Can he get an internship or something?"

Oguri Hat seemed to have already known the answer, and shook her head decisively: "No, there are no shortcuts to the Central Teresen's entrance exam. It's an exam, an interview, and competing with other candidates. Even Kotobuki can't do it."

"Then I won't go. I don't know anyone here."

Hitotsu Amber turned her gaze back to Kotobuki Toru and teased, "You little brat, are you trying to kick me out like this? I finally found a trainer, how can you just transfer me to another class like that? And then I'll find a new trainer after I go there?"

"that is not……"

Kotobuki Toru looked at Hitoko Amber and slowly spoke, her tone firm and serious: "Actually, I wanted to tell you before that I'm already preparing for the Central Treson trainer exam in December. You go to Central Treson first, and I'll definitely catch up by December!"

The trainers around them gasped even louder... Kotobuki Toru's claim that he would pass the entrance exam for Central Academy of Drama in two months was far more shocking to them than when they met Oguri Hat.

Who here doesn't dream of a central Tresson? But aren't we all still here now...?

It's not like you can just pass the exam and expect to pass it.

Meanwhile, Miss Hitotsu Amber, who was the center of everyone's attention, also seemed to have some doubts.

"Huh? Central Tresson must be difficult to get into, right?"

"It's really hard to pass the exam, but my academic ability is pretty good, so I should be able to pass."

Fei Tu Amber's fox-like lips curled up. "If your academic ability is passable, why did you tell me to wait for you? It's been such a long time."

Kotobuki scratched his head: "Even though it's just an empty promise, please believe me."

"Can you really pass the exam?"

"can!"

Hitotsu Amber nodded and bowed to Oguri Hat beside her: "Oguri Hat-senpai, thank you for your invitation... I look forward to your guidance in the future."

Kotobuki looked at Hitoko Amber and suddenly felt a little lonely... But separation is for a better reunion next time.

"But please allow me to decline your invitation to take me to Central Teresen. I've decided to stay here and wait for Kotobuki Toru to pass the entrance exam for Central Teresen."

Kotobuki Toru almost fainted. "No way, you rascal, are you stupid?"

"Didn't you tell me to trust you? I did, so why are you calling me stupid?"

"You trusted me, so why aren't you leaving?"

Fei Tu Hu Po shook her head on the spot and said, "I trust your learning ability. Didn't you say you could pass the exam? So I believe that you will be able to reach the level of a Central Teresen trainer in two months, or even less than two months."

At this moment, Kotobuki Toru saw an extremely cunning expression on Hitoko Amber's face for the first time. The girl's eyes were also curved like a fox who had succeeded in its scheme, making people want to pin her to the ground and beat her up.

"The 100 days before the college entrance examination is when most candidates have the most knowledge. If that's the case, why don't you use the knowledge you've learned to tutor me? Besides, you don't have any other work-related issues, so wouldn't that be perfect for one-on-one tutoring?"

"No, there's also the trainer's experience..."

"I don't believe that all trainers are from the local area. If they are trainers who passed the exam without any experience, then why not find racehorse girls to be their trainers? I am very honored to be your first trainer."

Kotobuki Toru was stunned. Hitoko Amber actually had such improvisational skills? Her conversational and reasoning abilities were more than enough for an interview at Venus Company.

And what this silly roe deer said actually made some sense... And from the bottom of my heart, I really didn't want Fei Tu Hu Po to go to Central Teresen, what if she got sold on the way?

So Kotobuki Toru threw the question back to Oguri-senpai, who was watching the commotion from the sidelines, "Oguri-senpai, what do you think?"

“If that’s what Fei Tu Hu Po thinks, then I support her.”

"what?"

Chapter 55 What's your trainer's name?!

"Hey, Oguri-senpai, why did you agree too? Logically speaking, shouldn't you be grabbing my hand and saying something like, 'Please don't go, I'll do anything' right now?"

The person who should have voted against it actually voted in favor!

Am I at the United Nations right now? Why are people voting randomly...?

“I think you’ve convinced yourself, Hitoko Amber, and you’re unlikely to regret your choice. Also…”

Little Chestnut Hat suddenly laughed, his bluish-gray eyes sparkling, and his gaze seemed to have returned to a very distant past.

“I’ve faced the same choice before. Back then… my choice was to leave my trainer in Kasamatsu to prepare for the Central Tresen exam, while I went to Central Tresen alone from Kasamatsu.”