Uma Musume, Master of Love

So she stepped forward, grabbed Da Zhen's clothes, and pulled him out of the bathroom: "I don't care, Trainer Naise said you need to rest more! Don't even think about training these next few days."

"Ugh—okay... I'll rest well, but don't tell Fumino about this—! Please, Huiyi!" Da Zhenhan seemed very sincere when he apologized, and Huiyi thought that Da Zhenhan was also a person of his word, so he nodded and agreed.

However, Huiyi still had to train to prepare for the Sakura Appreciation Competition, so after she left, she locked Da Zhenhan in the dormitory and asked Senior Ennis Fengshen to deliver food to Da Zhenhan on time. After all, Senior Ennis Fengshen would accept almost any safe delivery, and she had recently been working as a delivery person at Treson Campus, so she accepted the delivery very quickly.

Huiyi walked downstairs, while Dazhen watched her back from the window upstairs.

This situation is very much like watching one's family gradually drift away from them while in prison...

"Why does Treson feel like a prison... This feeling is so strange... No! Am I locked up by Huiyi right now?!" Da Zhenzhen banged her head against the wall intermittently, desperately wanting to sneak out.

Although the dormitory is on a high floor, it's not impossible for Da Zhenzhen to climb out... but how to climb back up after going down is a problem, and if Huiyi finds out that he's not in the dormitory at night, there might be a bloody accident...!

I guess I'll just stay in my dorm room and scroll through my phone, that's fine too...

As always, Huiyi arrived last in the training room, Xiaoli Mao was still munching on snacks, and the brand-new Guanghui was responsibly organizing and maintaining the training equipment, while Beiyuan was fast asleep on the desk.

...?

Wait, why is Kitahara sleeping and slacking off?!

"Shh~ Kitahara-san has been studying the opponents participating in the Sakura Sakura Contest these past few days, and she's quite exhausted. Let her rest." Shining Radiance whispered, putting his index finger to his lips, and then handed Radiance a handwritten booklet containing the strengths, weaknesses, and corresponding strategy tips for each racehorse girl participating in the contest.

"This is something Kitahara-san specifically instructed me to give you before she went to sleep~ Do your best, Radiant. Kitahara-san is also working hard to become a trainer worthy of you." Radiant felt a little sorry for her, because Kitahara had also been working so hard to keep up with Oguri Hat when they were in Kasamatsu.

But in the end, he still couldn't keep up with her pace, and many years later... he never witnessed the glory of Oguri Hat in the center.

Now that she has met Huiyi, Kitahara finally has the opportunity to realize her dream of becoming a top-notch trainer. That's why she pushes herself even harder, just so that Huiyi can win more easily on the field and minimize accidents.

At the back of the booklet were stretching techniques for before and after matches, which could effectively relieve muscle fatigue after a game. Huiyi flipped through it briefly and nodded seriously: "Okay. I understand! Tell Kitahara I went to the training ground whenever he wakes up~"

After changing into her training clothes, Huiyi jogged away from Erqi Liujiu. In the training field, you could see many veteran racehorses doing maintenance training, while Xishario was doing parallel running training with Special Week.

Judging from the sweat beading on her forehead, she had probably practiced many times. And at this point, she was almost indistinguishable from the last runner in Special Week.

"That's really terrifying... If I hadn't escaped, I would have had no chance against such a last-ditch fighter." Huiyi was doing warm-up exercises, but his gaze remained fixed on Xishario. Meanwhile, Rhine Force found its sparring partner—Dongshang Reform.

On the other hand, Huiyi was all alone, which made him look rather pitiful.

"Are you looking for a sparring partner?" A clear voice came from beside Huiyi's ear. The icy aura startled Huiyi, who jumped to the side and turned to see a black-haired racehorse girl. Upon closer inspection... hmm?

Huiyi asked with some confusion, "Tea House Senior... what are you doing here... and why do you seem colder than usual? And why did you cut off that... that shooting star on your forehead?"

The tea table looked strange; the hair was messy, and there was no white fringe. The whole person exuded a gloomy feeling under the sun.

Tea House shook its head and stretched out its hand. When Huiyi saw the hand reaching towards its face, it instinctively closed its eyes, but after a few seconds it realized that it was not touched. When it opened its eyes, it found that Tea House's palm had passed directly through its head and appeared behind it.

"Actually, I'm also Sunday Serenity. It's just... well, you only need to know that I'm Sunday Serenity. It's just... a ghost." She spoke softly, a complete contrast to the Ice Sister beside Huiyi.

“You have a very sacred aura about you. Although ghosts usually avoid you, this sacred aura intrigues me, so… I can be your sparring partner.” Zhou Ri Ningjing said, “And… I can only use the Tea House ability right now, is that enough?”

"Wait...! A ghost... why can I see you! Can't the other horse girls see you?!" For some reason, when Huiyi saw the ghost, she didn't feel scared at all. Instead, she thought this ghost, Zhou Ri Ningjing, was kind of... cute?

“Because you’re special, like a teahouse, but… even stronger than a teahouse. So, wanna run?” Ghostly Sunday Serenity extended an invitation, and Radiant Light, after a moment’s thought, agreed.

Since she is also a quiet person on Sundays, she must have a lot of skills, and Huiyi can also learn something from her.

However, before the race started, she still asked, "But you disappeared...aren't you worried about the tea house?"

“I often disappear. There aren’t many horse girls I can talk to, and the teahouse isn’t one of them. But you’re one of them… I’m mostly just a listener at the teahouse.”

On Sunday, Ghostly Ningjing assumed a starting position and nodded to Huiyi.

Ghosts are always like that, appearing suddenly and disappearing just as suddenly, but... at least Huiyi can now be sure that ghosts really exist, so the three goddesses must also really exist!

Today is also a day similar to the cuckoo bird's day.

Chapter 165 Your idol has his eye on you... [Stalking]

To outsiders, Huiyi is currently just conducting a seemingly ordinary solo pace training session, but it carries a hint of competition.

In Uma Musume, if someone can create an imaginary rival through their own will during solo training and compete against that rival, then she is at least a horse girl who can win G1 races, and has a high probability of winning multiple G1 championships.

This kind of talent cannot be achieved through simple fantasy; rather, it comes from opportunities under the watchful eyes of the three goddesses.

"Well... let's get this straight first, the 1600 meters isn't really within my or Tea House's comfort zone, so I don't have any tactics to speak of. This time, I mainly want to inspire the momentum and... determination that are essential for you on the track." Ghost Zhou Ri Ningjing also has a special ability; she can vaguely sense that Radiant White Horse's soul is somewhat special.

A unique and distinctive character among Uma Musume (horse girls). (艺奇轳$1彡尔九兒)

Huiyi bent down to get into a starting position and nodded: "Yes, I understand—! The final battle is the last straight, right?"

“No problem… but what you need to pay attention to in this training match is not where I will catch up with you, but that you need to withstand my aura throughout the entire match. This may be a little difficult for you. If you feel uncomfortable, stop immediately, understand?” Ghost Zhou Ningjing specifically pointed this out, and Huiyi nodded.

As Huiyi tossed the coin, which tumbled through the air and landed on the grass... this special training match officially began!

As the Classic tournament approaches, Rudolph often visits the training ground to watch how the new generation of children train. However, she clearly has something more important to do today: a senior alumnus from Tressen has returned to the school.

"Senior Hesek, it's been so long since we last met since you graduated from Tressen..." To the current Tressen student council, Hesek is undoubtedly a respected senior who almost single-handedly sparked the first horse racer craze in Japan. After retiring, Hesek himself continued to be active in society as an idol.

Although the white-eared horse girl in the pink dress is called a senior, she still retains her lively and playful personality from back then. Hessek also has a deep impression of his juniors Maruzensky, Chiaki, and Rudolf.

"Long time no see~ I was there for all of Xiao Wanshan's eight wins and eight losses~ Xiao Qianming and Xiao Luna~ Three-time champions. Especially Xiao Luna, the first undefeated three-time champion in history." Hesek took off his disguise sunglasses with a smile on his lips and said, "Although Saint-Leet didn't say it on the surface~ he still praised Xiao Luna highly."

"Ahem... Senior Hesek is too kind... and Senior Saint-Léite too." Rudolf had heard many compliments since he was a child, but what he was most unaccustomed to was being praised by his former idols Saint-Léite and Hesek in person. He didn't know what was wrong with him.

Maruzensky, the most senior member of the student council, was quite at ease, because she had been in contact with Hessek since she enrolled in Tressen from abroad.

"Alright~ no more joking around. I didn't come back to Treson just to catch up with old friends~ I heard there are two very special racehorse girls this year~ I'd like to get to know them~" Hesek still clearly remembered the white-haired racehorse girl who sang an original song on the winner's stage. Hesek came this time to find her and get the cover rights to that song.

Rudolf naturally thought of those two: "Senior Hessek was referring to the Great Shock and the Radiant White Horse, right?"

"That's right~ it's those two little ones. They have a good chance of achieving an undefeated three-title run and a three-time world champion, don't they?"

"Hmm... The Yayoi Prize has just ended, so they should be in a recovery phase. Shining White Horse has been conserving its energy since the end-of-year Hanshin JF competition, and should be training at the training grounds. Let's go check it out first, but please make sure Hessek-senpai is properly disguised... otherwise, there might be a situation where Treson's campus is completely blocked by horse girls." Lu II%I (IV) Ling Qi Er Si Ba Shi Dao Fu said this, and together with Representative Chiaki, led Hessek out of the office. Maru Zenki did not follow.

After all, today is Ta-chan's regular pampering day~

When he arrived at the training ground, Huiyi and Youling's Sunday match was in its final stages, and Hesek was immediately captivated.

"The little guy is really beautiful~ His white hair looks like floating clouds when he runs... and... and..." Hesek took off his sunglasses, leaned against the railing and watched intently. Rudolf and Chiaki also noticed something was wrong. Why was there an aura on the training field that was only seen on the field?

On the track, Huiyi, who was leading the way, was exhausted and was already panting heavily. On Sunday, the tranquil ghost's constitution prevented her from making any noise. The thought of a ghost that couldn't hear her chasing her and not knowing when she would overtake her only intensified her anxiety.

"Don't overthink it! Once you reach the final straight, all you need to do is shake off the racehorses behind you again. In other words, focus all your energy on your mind!" Ghost Zhou Ri Ningjing said as she passed by Huiyi.

Once a horse is overtaken on the final straightaway, it is very difficult to catch up. This was just a training match, but Huiyi could not allow herself to lose here. This competitive spirit was amplified infinitely by the horse's physique, and finally, it became a glimmer of blue light in the corner of her eyes.

"She actually generated an aura while practicing alone? She...she's definitely a little Huiyi, right?" Haisek was a bit stunned. Back when she transferred from the local to the central government, the most profound time she had ever experienced was just touching the threshold of aura on the training field, but she had never been able to release it so directly like Huiyi!

"Qianming...you didn't even manage to do this back then, did you?"

"Don't even mention me, you don't have one either! What a prodigy! It's such a pity she's not racing for the Triple Crown..." Qianming said, but in the eyes of the racehorse girl on the other side, Huiyi's body was already enveloped by a light blue aura.

So... what kind of imaginary rival is she competing with that would cause this situation to occur?

In the end, Huiyi Baiju was still half a body length behind Ghost Zhou Ri Ningjing. After crossing the Amazon finish line, its momentum collapsed instantly, and Huiyi itself also collapsed on the lawn like a broken ripple.

"Phew...so tired...cough cough, I've lost my breath..." Huiyi suddenly felt that the sun in the sky was blocked when he closed his eyes. When he opened his eyes again, he saw a horse girl in a pink dress staring at him intently, her eyes seeming a little...a little dangerous?

I'm so busy today I'm completely overwhelmed.

I forgot to update

Chapter 166 Hesek: Come be an idol!

"Hmm...hmm?" Huiyi, like a fish just pulled ashore, struggled to sit up from the ground. In those few seconds, Rudolf and Representative Qianming blocked her from behind.

What did she just break? Why was she suddenly blocked by the two giants of Treson while jogging? And who is this woman in front of her...? Why haven't I seen her at the academy? Although she looks somewhat familiar, Huiyi just can't recall any information about her.

"Um...President...Chiaki-nee, is there something you need...?"

“Well… actually, Senior Hesek had something to discuss with you. We just came along with her,” Rudolf said, and Hesek nodded beside him.

Hesek wasn't surprised that Huiyi didn't recognize her, after all, she hadn't been involved in idol activities for quite some time, and people outside the idol circle would be even less likely to know her. She took out a business card and placed it in Huiyi's hand, introducing herself: "Hi~ I'm Hesek, I graduated from Tresson a long time ago. I came to Tresson this time for two reasons: first, to see the two most popular racehorse girls of the year~ and second, to talk to you about some things."

"Ah...!! Hello, senior!" Huiyi wiped the mud off her palms on her pants first. When she saw the name Hesek on the business card, she had a vague impression of it. She had heard Hesek's songs ten years ago. It was played on the stereo when Satomi Osamu was driving. He must be a super idol!

"Pfft~ No need to be so serious~ Speaking of which, where's Xiao Da Zhen Huan~?" Hesek didn't rush to get straight to the point. She chatted with Hui Yi first, and when she learned that Da Zhen Huan was locked in the dormitory by Hui Yi to rest, she couldn't help but laugh again.

My roommates have such a good relationship!

On the way to the dormitory after leaving the training ground, Haisai brought up the song: "And~ Xiaohuiyi, I remember you wrote an original song on the winner's stage, right?"

"Hmm...? That, Hyakki Yagyō? What's wrong?" Huiyi thought of that song. The effect of the impromptu song on stage was not very good. It was all thanks to the author, Huiyi, that the stage was lifted. So Huiyi didn't want to do that on group stages in the future.

But I didn't expect that after so much time, Hessek would bring it up again.

"It's such a shame that such a great song is being shelved. I'd like to ask Huiyi for permission to cover it. You can have all the proceeds from the song; I just want to share it with you." Haisek's words gave Huiyi an idea. That's right... she could use this to build a relationship with Haisek.

The foundation's influence alone is not enough, but with the addition of Hessack, it is more than enough!

But Rudolf and Chiaki were still nearby, so it wasn't convenient to talk about it. However, once they got to the dormitory building, the two left first. When they entered the dormitory, Huiyi unlocked the door and was shocked to see Da Shen lying on the bed contemplating life. She closed the door, leaving only the three of them in the room.

The shock and confusion were palpable. Radiant returned with a horse girl... and this horse girl was none other than Hessek?!

I've known a little about the idol world since I was a child. My friend from the earliest Triple Crown Girls Saint-Germain was also the super popular idol Hessack, so I'm even more familiar with her!

"Huh? That... Hai... Hai... Haisek...!"

"It's me! So shocking! I also watched 'Mijiru Linliu Siluqi + Xia Erbaqi Shengshang,' you ran so well!"

Huiyi squinted, just about to bring up something, when he realized that the two of them seemed to have entered a strange world for two.

That's right. It's easy to be a little confused if your idol, who is so understanding, appears in front of you. Huiyi sat on the other side, poured two glasses of water, and placed them on the table between the two beds.

As for why there wasn't a third one, it's because there were only two cups in the dormitory, so Huiyi simply decided not to drink from them.

After Da Zhenhan finished communicating with the Hessek idol fans, Huiyi finally brought up the issue of music copyright.

"Senior Heiseke, the copyright of 'Hyakki Yagyō' is of course not a problem. But I'd like to talk more about the revenue, and also ask for your help." Huiyi took out her phone and generously showed Heiseke the lyrics and sheet music for "Hyakki Yagyō".

Hesek nodded: "Tell me, what is it?"

"I will continue to provide songs for Senior Hesek in the future, and the profit sharing will be determined by Senior Hesek. My share will be given to the Phosphorescent Agent Foundation." Huiyi opened another charity website and found the foundation information that the Meguro family had just registered a few days ago.

Haisek leaned forward and examined it carefully: "A charity event... I understand. In that case, can I also donate a portion of the fund?"

"No problem~ The next thing I want to ask is... Senior Hesek to be the spokesperson for my foundation! Although the head is the Mejiro family, that's still not enough for a newly established foundation—!"

The things Huiyi and Hesek were talking about were a bit incomprehensible to the Great Shocker, such as foundations and music.

What is Huiyi doing now?!

Haisek suddenly realized that this woman, Ma, was so knowledgeable about human relationships and social dynamics. His influence would certainly inject more vitality into a newly established charitable foundation.

"I see~ I understand! Of course, that's fine. In that case, let's just transfer all the song's proceeds to the foundation. Huiyi agrees, right?" Haisek also admired Huiyi's long-term vision. When she was the same age as Huiyi, she was still thinking about how to make a living... she never thought of this kind of thing.

Are all the horse girls these days so mature?

"Of course, no problem, but it might be a bit of a hassle for Senior Sister Haisek regarding the three matters!"

"It's no trouble at all. I've been doing charity work too~" Hesek smiled slightly, then poked his cheek with one finger: "Little Huiyi, have you ever thought about... becoming an idol? You have a good singing talent too~"

Huiyi waved his hand and declined Haisek's suggestion: "No need for that... As for after retiring, I still want to become a streamer~ I'm already a big streamer with millions of fans."

At this moment, she felt most like an outsider. She sat back on her bed, put on her headphones, and isolated herself from the world to contemplate life.

The copyright discussions between Haisek and Huiyi lasted until noon. After the discussions ended, Huiyi dragged Da Zhenhan and Haisek to a restaurant for lunch.

However, due to his excessive excitement, Hesek forgot to wear sunglasses when he went out, which led to him being exposed and, unsurprisingly, being blocked by female fans on the main avenue.

"Senior Hesek, do you have any ideas..." Squeezed in the crowd, Huiyi and Da Zhenhan were practically turned into meat patties.

Hesek sighed softly, took a pen from his pocket, and said, "The simplest way is to sign it."

sign?

Huiyi saw at least three to five hundred horse girls around her. Was Senior Sister Haisek about to finish writing?

Although it wasn't Huiyi who wrote it, she suddenly felt a slight twitching in her wrist.

Oh my god, it's finally the weekend!!!

Chapter 167 Undefeated First Crown!

Huiyi originally did not plan to have any miscellaneous matters before the Cherry Blossom Festival, but Hesek's comeback concert coincided with the Cherry Blossom Festival, on the day after the race, and she also ingeniously chose to hold the concert near Hanshin Racecourse.

Thinking that writing down the songs in her head wouldn't be too difficult, Huiyi still took the time to hand over the materials for "Hyakki Yagyō" and "Kikai" to Haisek three days before the competition. After that, she devoted herself to the upcoming cherry blossom viewing.

Her greatest enemy in this competition is the Rhine Force, the historical winner of this Sakura Award, now an outsider known as the Radiant White Horse, who is about to claim this honor.

On the tram, Huiyi was still flipping through the notebook page by page, almost instinctively muttering something: "The Rhine Force of the Pioneer Group has a last-ditch effort that is no less than that of the Eastern Merchants Reform, and the Cissario and the Aerial Savior who used the 'cross-traffic' tactic in this match should not be underestimated... The final straight line will definitely be a bloodbath..."

"You don't need to think too much about it now that the race is coming up. Just focus on performing well on the track. There's a big difference in skill between classic and novice racehorses, so my prediction might be outdated." Kitahara comforted Teruyuki, seeing her nervous expression. Sure enough, this seemingly carefree horse girl still seemed nervous about the race...

As expected, Oguri's personality can be considered a rare talent for handling the race. All Kitahara can do now is comfort Huiyi and pray that she will not be affected by nervousness when she leaves the gate, which will lead to a mistake. After all, if a runaway horse fails to escape in time and ends up in the herd of female horses, it will definitely lose.

Huiyi shook her head, her soft white ears wobbling like jelly, her pure white tail fur trailing on the carriage floor, sweeping like a broom: "Hmm... I know, I know. I can't be nervous, being nervous will affect my performance. Whew... I've already beaten Rhine Force, and I can win again...!"