Uma Musume: From Being Knocked Ten Meters Away

Chapter 606 She might just make history!
When Yasui and his group emerged from the underground passage, a deafening roar, like a tangible tsunami, surged in from all directions, instantly engulfing them.

The stands were already packed with a vast sea of ​​people, with colorful support flags and banners waving wildly, creating a vibrant, colorful ocean.

The air was thick with excitement and anticipation, and each broadcast announcement triggered a new wave of cheers.

"Okay, so awesome..."

With a soft murmur, Chunqiu Fen was so overwhelmed by the grand scene that her mouth gaped slightly open, and her little hands unconsciously gripped the almond-shaped eyes beside her.

Her eyes, however, were bright and sparkling as she stared unblinkingly at the green racetrack that was the focus of countless gazes.

"Wow, this scene is exciting to watch every year."

Alice pushed up her glasses, the lenses reflecting the clamor of the stands, her tone carrying her usual research-oriented interest:
"However, the match statistics later... will be much more interesting than this excitement."

Yamato Akachi, on the other hand, appeared much calmer. She glanced at the somewhat timid yet excited Shunjuu, and encouraged him in a steady voice:
"It's good that you feel great now. Keep working hard, and one day you might be the one standing on the track, or even on the champion's podium, little one."

So excited she didn't know what to say, Chunqiu nodded vigorously, her little face full of anticipation.

However, Yasui Makoto did not join the conversation.

His gaze swept across the bustling stands, but his thoughts remained in the preparation room just minutes earlier.

To be precise, it was the sudden suggestion from the Northern Black Horse:
"Trainer, since Xiaofen also wants to step onto the Shining Series stage in the future, why don't you... take a look now and see if she's suitable? If she is, then have her sign a contract with you later, what do you think?"

At the time, Alice and Yamato Akaki merely raised their eyebrows, showing no particular surprise.

Almond-eyed, with a smug look on her face, seemed to think, "I knew this would happen," and she looked at Spring and Autumn Equinox with a grin.

Chunqiu Fen, who was named, froze completely.

Those big eyes blinked blankly for a moment, then suddenly burst forth with an unbelievable, ecstatic light.

Her cheeks instantly turned bright red, like a ripe cherry tomato.

She always thought Yasui was an incredibly talented trainer. After all, how could he not be amazing if he could guide Kobe-senpai to achieve such brilliant results?

Deep down, she had secretly fantasized countless times about being chosen by this trainer, but she was always deterred by thoughts like "Can I really do it?" or "Will I be rejected?"

And now, this dream has hit her in such an unexpected way that she can hardly do anything except stand there dumbfounded.

Even Yasui Makoto himself was surprised.

He was certainly aware of Chunqiu Fen's talent and potential; he was a rough gem that would shine brightly in the future. Even without mentioning Beibu Xuanju, he had actually considered how to negotiate the responsibility agreement.

However, his original plan was to wait until after the Arima Memorial event for Genko in the north of Japan before carefully handling the training arrangements for Apricot and any potential future contact with Shunjuu.

He didn't want to be distracted before the final battle and preferred to make a commitment when the true characteristics of racehorse girls became more apparent.

However, Almond had already "captured" the child and brought him before him. When Northern Genko looked at him with that knowing and encouraging gaze, and when Spring and Autumn's eyes, filled with longing and timidity, looked over...

He found himself unable to utter any words of refusal or delay.

"it is good."

He heard his own steady voice ring out, without the slightest hesitation:
"We'll discuss the agreement in detail after the Arima Memorial event ends."

Upon hearing this, even Alice and Yamato Akaki showed a hint of surprise.

Finalizing trainer contracts well before the official release of Uma Musume is not standard practice and requires trainers to have considerable courage. This is because, generally speaking, the talent of Uma Musume girls only becomes apparent around the time of official release, and even the most skilled trainer cannot see any talent or potential in a young child, or at least not all of it.

The spring and autumn equinoxes are still a long way off, so making a decision now would not be a wise one.

But their surprise lasted only a moment before turning into a casual chuckle.

This isn't the first or second time that Makoto Yasui has made such seemingly sudden decisions, and behind these seemingly bold actions often lies a composure that is difficult for others to match.

They had long been accustomed to trusting his judgment.

Northern Genko and Apricot were genuinely happy for the Spring and Autumn Equinoxes, which brought a warm touch to the tense atmosphere in the preparation room.

As the start of the competition approached, everyone naturally left Beibu Xuanju alone to make final preparations, while bringing Chunqiufen to the stands.

"Yasui! Over here!"

The familiar greeting pulled Yasui Makoto back to reality.

He looked up and saw that the familiar seniors, or rather, the star-like female racehorses, had gathered in the spectator area directly in front of the stands.

The Emperor of the East Sea was waving his hand energetically, with the elegantly smiling Megumi McQueen beside him.

Zhou seemed to be chewing something, mumbling indistinctly, "Oh! Coming, coming!"

Vodka casually tossed his chin up and snapped his fingers with a flourish.

The silent Suzuka smiled quietly.

Golden Ship pulled out a small trumpet from somewhere, and just as he was about to put it to his lips, Dream Journey stopped him with a look, so he had to put it away awkwardly and instead made a face.

There are also the Zhongshan Festival, the Golden Master, the Great Shock... It can be said that the lineup in the stands alone is no less luxurious than that of the Arima Kinen.

After everyone greeted each other familiarly, the Emperor of the East Sea's curious gaze fell on Chunqiu Fen, who was standing next to Xingmu and seemed a little nervous.

"Hey? Isn't that... that energetic little kid from when the Emperor was enjoying the autumn scenery?"

She tilted her head slightly, looking at Megumi McQueen, and saw her friend nod slightly with a puzzled expression. Then she looked at Yasui Makoto with a questioning look:
"how did you guys meet?"

Chunqiu immediately stood up straight, her face tense, and greeted the renowned seniors in a soft but clear voice:
"Greetings, esteemed seniors! I am Chunqiu Fen!"

Her polite yet timid and adorable appearance immediately drew a series of kind and comforting chuckles from the crowd.

Especially Zhou, Vodka, and Golden Ship, who were quite active, couldn't help but come over and pat her head.

Taking this opportunity, Yasui Makoto briefly explained the continuous stream of fan letters from the Spring and Autumn Equinoxes, as well as the fact that Kita Genko and Ayame had taken her to Chinatown.

"So this is ah!"

The Emperor of the East Sea suddenly realized: "That sounds quite coincidental. Well, that's a coincidence. McQueen and I also discovered her when we were watching Tianqiu's competition."

After explaining, she moved closer to Chunqiu Fen, smiled, bent down, and ruffled Chunqiu Fen's hair:
"Then let's cheer for your senior, Kobe, today! Her Arima Memorial race... might just make history!"

Upon hearing this, Chunqiufen clenched her little fists tightly and nodded vigorously, as if she had received an important mission.
"Yes! Senior Emperor! I will definitely cheer for Senior Xiao Bei with my loudest voice!"

(End of this chapter)