Uma Musume, do I have to tell you that I know how to use the Santa Hat special move?

Originally, the horseshoe would splash some water when it hit the ground, but now on this muddy lawn, not even any footprints of her footsteps could be seen, as if it was a maglev train gliding close to the ground.

Victory is mine!

Even though the opponent is so strong, even though it is my first time on the field.

But in the end, it was she, Zhuo Fu, who carried her grandmother's will and won the victory.

Zero-gravity running...

Appointed by a prominent family leader...

The strongest runner destined by nature!

It is only natural to be able to defeat other opponents and win.

This feeling of running... is so happy!

Sure enough, enjoying the game like this is the happiest thing!

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"……phantom……"

"Stardust illusion..."

"Stardust Illusion!!!"

The call from his ear awakened Stardust Illusion from the feeling of powerlessness.

When she turned around, she saw that it was Miura Bourbon who had been following behind her, calling her name.

"... Bourbon?"

Although both of them maintained a running posture, there was no particular loss of speed.

But as soon as he opened his mouth, Stardust Illusion found that his voice was unexpectedly hoarse.

Is it because of the impact just now...?

"Master said that being distracted while running is forbidden."

Bourbon's tone didn't fluctuate much, but Stardust Illusion could still hear the concern in his tone.

Is she worried that she will be disappointed because of what just happened?

Concerned about this, being defeated by Zhuo Fu in a head-on confrontation?

……

Why should you care about your opponents?

Since you’ve noticed that I’m not in good shape, just overtake me!

Use your speed to surpass me!

What's the point of following me around like this and asking about my condition...

Are you sympathizing with me?

As if he didn't wait for a reply, Bourbon panted slightly and spoke again:

"Huh... your movements have started to become distorted, and the swing range of your arms has an error of more than 5cm..."

"We are in the game now, don't remind your opponent! Bourbon!!!"

The unwilling anger turned into shouting and vented at this moment.

Before the Stardust Illusion could control his emotions, he lowered his head and roared.

There was silence for a moment, and it seemed that the only sound around was the hurried footsteps of the two people.

"--what!"

However, Stardust Illusion immediately realized what he had just done, and quickly turned around to look back -

What he saw was Bourbon's aqua blue eyes. There was no emotion in those eyes, but he also did not flinch because of her roar.

After looking at the Stardust Illusion for a moment, Bourbon suddenly nodded and continued with a cold expression:

"You're right Stardust Illusion, now it's the game."

After saying this, the runner, who seemed to be indifferent to emotions, stopped talking.

Bourbon took a deep breath and gradually quickened his pace.

(It's hard to explain to a fool like Stardust Illusion with theories and words, Bourbon.)

(If you need to convince her, run. Use your running to convey what you want to say!)

Recalling what Toyama Scarlet had said to him, Miura Bourbon's eyes were fixed on the front of the track.

Stardust...If you are still confused about this game, let me wake you up!

Just watch, my...explosion!

"Following the Master's instructions, Miura Bourbon begins the race for first place."

"Full power!!!"

Bourbon leaned down and stepped onto the grass, pouring all her strength into every inch of muscle in her thigh.

Bourbon, who was originally running after the stardust illusion, has now instantly moved away and a clear road is ahead of him.

Although she had just been defeated by Stardust Illusion and Zhuo Fu in succession, she did not feel even a little depressed.

For this horse girl, her talent was already anticipated, and failure was just a trivial daily occurrence.

But talent does not represent everything about Uma Musume.

(Now… even if it’s not for myself, for Trainer Toyama’s companionship, I have to—)

As she unlocked her full power without any restrictions, the entire grassland let out a mournful cry as if it was completely shattered.

Lightning flashed from where the horseshoe pressed down, breaking through the heavy pressure on the field.

This dazzling red phantom, accompanied by a rhythmic and perfect running posture, instantly rushed to the front battlefield!

Chapter 88: The tyrant family is going to war!

(…As expected.)

Cai Zhigao looked at the battle ahead and couldn't help but smile.

The leading horse girl took the stupidest approach at this moment.

She actually wanted to compete with Zhuo Fu by relying on her own speed - this was really ridiculous!

Even among the regular players in their team, no one could defeat Zhuo Fu in a pure speed duel.

She was born with legs and feet that seemed to defy gravity. She was born for running. The insurmountable wall of speed in the eyes of everyone could be easily broken by her.

It can be said that every member of their team has been hit hard by Zhuo Fu in this regard.

At this moment, the runner named Stardust Illusion was completely defeated after challenging Zhuo Fu.

Although she still did not give up running in the race at this moment, the power erupting from her legs and feet was still very different from before.

To make an analogy, she was like a wolf running towards its prey, and her wild running style made even Cai Zhigao frightened.

But now, she is just a goat that runs very fast.

Regardless of whether it was aggressive or invasive, there was no fighting spirit in the Stardust Illusion's legs and feet.

"You were so energetic just now, but now you have lost all your energy, right?"

Cai Zhigao stared at the runner closely, and then saw the other person next to her seemed to comfort her with a few words, and then started running forward.

(No... As an opponent, comforting her at this time would only make her feel worse, wouldn't it?)

There was a hint of ferocity in the intelligent man's eyes.

You just got completely beaten in terms of speed. That feeling is hard to forget, right?

You are still too young, you have never seen what real horror is...

"Even I can clearly see how shaken she is at the moment."

Cai Zhigao couldn't help but speak.

"?"

Mejiro McQueen, who was running in front of her, also heard this. She turned her head and looked over with a determined look on her face:

"what are you saying?"

"What I'm saying is that the leading runner you just had so much faith in is not in a very good condition now."

“…” McQueen remained silent and also looked forward.

There, the stardust illusion seemed to be just as Cai Zhigao had said, and at the moment it was running without much momentum.

But McQueen's expression did not change. She spoke without even turning her head:

"Stardust Illusion is definitely not someone who can be defeated so easily. If you think that a temporary defeat will make that monster lose confidence completely, you are totally wrong—"

"Just watch out, she will definitely take another step forward!"

"again?"

Cai Zhigao widened her eyes. At the edge of the runway beside her, a sign indicating the halfway point flashed by and disappeared into the distance.

At this moment, their pace has reached the stage after 1200m, but this also means...

"The time we agreed on has come."

Cai Zhigao's tone was filled with desire and excitement: "Stardust Illusion, she won't have the chance even if she wants to fight again."

"When we agreed on it?" McQueen instinctively sensed something was wrong and asked back with a frown.

"Now - it's time for the noble family to take action!"

As Cai Zhigao spoke, a dark cloud had appeared behind the runners, covering the sky and the sun.

Although it was not going very fast, it carried a terrifying aura that enveloped everyone in front of the track!

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The gray world was shattered by red lightning before my eyes.

The expression on Stardust Illusion's face was also surprised.

Miura Bourbon, the runner removed all restrictions in front of her and exploded with full power here.

Even though Zhuo Fu couldn't maintain the top speed all the time, she had to slow down at this moment, which was why Bourbon sped up.

The Stardust Illusion was very clear. Bourbon, who was good at capturing data and details, would never miss the moment when Zhuo Fu slowed down a little because of sprinting forward.

She was aiming at this point and rushed towards the opponent.

But…but…

To that kind of guy.

If you charge towards Zhuo Fu!

(Stop now...)

In Stardust Illusion's mind, the feeling of powerlessness he had just felt when he looked at Zhuo Fu's back reappeared.

The feeling of having used all your speed but still being unable to close the gap even by half a horse length.

This is not a difference in fighting spirit or will, but a real situation that occurs when the speed limit is completely not advantageous.

(Can't go any further...)

Zhuo Fu was able to maintain a time several times longer than her own while running at a speed no less than her own. There was no way to solve this situation...

If Bourbon continues to challenge her, she will definitely -!

(Bourbon!)