Uma Musume: From Being Knocked Ten Meters Away

Chapter 368 Primary school students quarrel

After excitedly pressing for details, Almond-eyed said somewhat indignantly, "I also think Senior Xiao Bei should be number one in popularity, after all, he's so amazing..."

At this moment, Yasui Makoto also realized what was happening, and with a somewhat helpless sigh, he rubbed his forehead and interrupted:

"Alright, Xingmu, didn't I explain to you before that Xiaobei hasn't participated in any competitions for four whole months? It's normal for her popularity to have changed."

"Moreover, the outcome of a competition is not determined by popularity. Otherwise, there would be no need for competitions; awards could simply be given out based on popularity."

"So instead of talking about popularity right now, let's cheer for your senior Xiao Bei."

At this point, his eyes flickered, he pointed to the screen opposite the stands, and then gestured towards the stands:

"Look, the cheers for Xiao Bei are no less enthusiastic than anyone else's, are they?"

Just as Yasui Makoto said, when his and Aloe's familiar figures appeared on the screen, the air in the Kyoto arena seemed to be ignited by some invisible force, producing an exaggerated sound wave.

Amidst the cheers, the spectators on one side of the stands stood up in unison, waving black, gold, and red flags in a manner clearly rehearsed.

Those three colors are precisely the main colors of the Northern Black Steed's decisive battle attire.

Meanwhile, led by these enthusiastic fans, the cheers and clamor from the stands gradually became unified, and the name "Northern Black Steed" swept across the entire arena wave after wave.

Previously, when Yasui Makoto interrupted her, Almond was somewhat sullen and even a little unconvinced.

In her opinion, things were just as she had said. Even though she hadn't participated in any competitions for several months, her senior, Xiao Bei, was still very strong.

While in Dubai, she witnessed firsthand the duels between her seniors and many powerful figures from overseas.

Even though those competitions were nominally just practice matches, no one would doubt their intensity and prestige once they witnessed the matches or even just watched the recordings.

She felt that her senior's ability to win first place in that kind of competition meant he undoubtedly had the strength to rival world-class opponents.

Therefore, the reason why Kobe-senpai's popularity didn't reach number one must be due to the Japanese audience. Aloe firmly believes this.

On the other hand, Qiangji didn't say anything on the surface, but he was a little unconvinced in his heart.

She acknowledged that her senior, Northern Black Horse, was quite powerful.

Especially after hearing from my sister that this senior had held his own against world-class experts when he went abroad to study, it further demonstrates his strength.

However, his other older sister, Gao Shangjunyi, is not necessarily less capable.

She knew very well, and had seen it with her own eyes, that although her older sister had a somewhat awkward personality and always kept many things to herself, she seemed to be somewhat hesitant about many things.

But their daily efforts and determination to win are second to none.

Extreme Peak and her sister's strong attack actually share similar ideas.

She is neither a racehorse specializing in long-distance races nor a trainer.

During her active career, as one of the strongest among the thousands of female racehorses of her generation, she could sense that Takashiro Junichi's strength and potential were no less than any of her rivals.

What this younger sister lacks most is the will to win at all costs, and what she has too much of is hesitation and a lack of self-confidence.

If she can have a stronger will and overcome her lack of confidence, her performance in the competition will definitely reach a new level.

What Jifeng felt during this period of helping Gao Shangjunyi train made him extremely certain of this.

However, after the cheers for the Northern Black Horse rang out in the racetrack, the three female racers, including Almond, were somewhat shocked.

"As expected of... as expected of Senior Xiao Bei!"

Almond-eyed was the first to react. She looked up at the stage and excitedly clenched her fist, saying, "With this kind of popularity, she... will definitely win the Emperor's Spring Festival Gala beautifully!"

At this moment, Qiangji also realized what was happening.

Although she acknowledged that the Northern Black Horse's strength and popularity were astonishing, upon hearing Almond's words, she held back for a moment, but still couldn't help but retort:
"That's not necessarily true. Didn't Coach Yasui say that winning a match isn't determined by popularity?"

"Besides, Gao Shang is very strong too. I think that as long as she fully utilizes the experience she's gained from daily training and matches, Gao Shang will definitely win Game 1 beautifully!"

Her almond-shaped eyes widened in surprise, then she glared at Qiang Ji, puffed out her cheeks, and defiantly swung her fist, saying:

"Impossible! Senior Xiao Bei will definitely win the championship in the end!"

Faced with Xingmu's menacing demeanor, Qiangji did not back down, but instead glared back, equally unwilling to show weakness:
"Why not? Sister Gao Shang is definitely going to win!"

"No, Senior Xiao Bei will definitely win!"

"It's Sister Gao Shang!"

"Senior Xiao Bei!"

"Sister Gao Shang!"

Quite abruptly, the two female racehorses, like elementary school students who hadn't even graduated yet, stared at each other like fighting cocks and started arguing back and forth.

"Hey, Almond Eyes..."

"Strong Strike, calm down..."

In unison, Yasui Makoto and Gyokumine sighed and tried to dissuade them.

A moment later, seeing that Xingmu and Qiangji were completely ignoring them and continuing to make a fuss, the two of them sighed and facepalmed again.

"Sigh, really... Please stop making so much noise, Almond..."

As Yasui spoke helplessly, he really wanted to reach out and stop him, but Jifeng suddenly sighed, smiled, and waved his hand in their direction:

"Actually, I think... it's okay to let them make noise like this."

"Anyway, just like what Coach Yasui said, popularity doesn't affect the outcome of the game, and it doesn't matter if they argue a bit."

"However, I am very curious about how Coach Yasui analyzes and views this match."

As she spoke, her tone became more meaningful:

"Or rather, in Yasui's opinion, who is more likely to win this match?"

Upon hearing this, Almond and Strong, who had been arguing, immediately stopped and turned to look at Yasui Makoto.

Seeing this, Yasui Makoto couldn't help but feel a bit of admiration for the peak.

It is obvious that Jifeng's actions and words were intended to divert Xingmu's and Qiangji's attention.

Moreover, this approach not only succeeded, but as long as the trainer continued to provide some professional analysis, it would be of some help to the two female racehorses.

"So this is how you can resolve arguments? I've learned something..."

Thinking to himself, and seeing that the show was gradually coming to an end, Yasui Makoto pondered for a moment, and then continued his explanation to Anme, sharing some of his thoughts.

As his explanation continued, on the racecourse, guided by staff, eighteen racehorse girls dressed in their final outfits gradually entered the gates.

At the same time, the hundreds of thousands of spectators seemed to hold their breath, and the noise subsided considerably.

The increasingly passionate commentary became clearer and clearer through the broadcast:

"Very good, all the racehorses have entered the gate, and every breath is in perfect harmony with the turf..."

"So, G1 Emperor enjoys spring, 3200 meters on the grass, the outcome of the spring shield battle..."

"Start!"

(End of this chapter)