I'm in Teresin, dedicated to playing badly

"A civilization built from the paper shells of lies is built on this pursuit, on this unwavering belief, on everyone adding layers upon layers of paper."

"When enough cardboard is stacked up and becomes strong enough, it can become a real building, sheltering people from the wind and rain."

The eclipse bent down and picked up a withered flower.

Pinch it between your fingertips.

"After failure, your belief collapses."

"But in reality, that belief is not your own belief, but something that arises under the influence of others, or even fate."

“I can’t say that’s wrong, after all, as he said, when your belief is strong enough, a lie can become the truth.”

"But you now realize that it was a lie."

"And it's not just you."

She looked up at the horse girl and trainers not far away.

"There were three fools who, in order to create a world where everyone could be happy, concocted this lie together."

"If they are able to maintain it, then it's fine to continue. After all, most people prefer happiness to reality."

"Not to mention that this happiness is real."

"But the problem is that they are about to go out of business."

Horses are beginning to fade from people's sight.

More and more tools have replaced it, and now, except in certain regions, only horse racing remains.

Although the three goddesses racked their brains to come up with an idol management model, how long can it last?

Each horse girl is assigned a destiny anchor point to a horse in another world, which allows the world to run along a certain trajectory and makes it easier for them to make adjustments.

However, while the number of horses decreased, the number of female horses continued to increase, to the point that even if the three of them brought future generations of female horses to the present day, it would still not be enough.

Even if she becomes a goddess, it will only add another layer to an already awful system.

That only buys them time.

The world needs change; it needs a new era.

This is inevitable.

Therefore, the solar eclipse took the initiative to step forward.

It wasn't just in response to those malicious attacks on Shinji Kitahara.

She also knew that if it were Kitahara, he wouldn't stand idly by after learning the truth.

So naturally, she would pave the way for him in advance.

"Emperor of the East Sea, your lies have been exposed."

She turned to look at the Emperor of the East Sea, her expression serious.

"But you won't be the last. Do you see all those people around you? In the coming days, their lies will be exposed one by one."

"At that time, the world will descend into chaos and madness, and both humans and horse girls will become unhappy."

The Emperor of the East Sea remained silent for a while.

"Those three goddesses..."

"I told you, it's because those three idiots couldn't do it that this happened."

The eclipse sighed, a hint of helplessness in its eyes.

"In fact, this world is meant to be chaotic and crazy. You've been sheltered by those three idiots for so long that you've forgotten what the world is supposed to be like."

War, death, famine, plague...

Things that are commonplace in other worlds are practically nonexistent here.

—The price was the sacrifice of some trainers' pelvises.

silence.

After an unknown period of time, the Emperor of the East Sea raised his head.

"what can I do?"

The Emperor of the East Sea didn't even know what he was feeling when he said those words.

She remained immersed in her failure, and the cracks in her heart were not mended.

But for no reason at all, she instinctively felt that there were things more important than her pain.

That was the real reason she admired the president.

It's not just about the undefeated record of three championships.

She may still be confused, but she has taken a firm step forward despite her confusion.

"about this......"

Just as Eclipse was about to speak, its ears suddenly twitched.

"That guy's back, let's go over there first."

"Let him talk to you about the rest."

Chapter 297: It's a Horse Girl

As for the last sentence, the eclipse was not intentionally punctuated to create a riddle.

She simply couldn't continue making things up.

The preceding words were all taken from conversations between Kitahara Shinji and her in the past, and she repeated them to the emperor in Kitahara's style.

As for what comes next, no matter how well you understand Kitahara, it will still be somewhat difficult to simulate things he didn't do.

Just as she was about to be exposed, the three goddesses whispered in her ear that Shinji Kitahara had returned.

So she simply took the opportunity to back down.

Let Shinji Kitahara worry about the rest.

She touched it.

So they touched the solar eclipse and enjoyed it.

Now it's Shinji Kitahara's turn to have a headache.

Now, Shinji Kitahara understands why the eclipse chose the Emperor of the East Sea to do this.

It sounds irresponsible and childish to put a child in this kind of responsibility.

But precisely because the Emperor of the East Sea was still a child, she was able to truly become the core of this matter.

Because they are children, their future is yet to be determined.

Because they are children, there are not many concerns.

Because they are children, they can truly represent the voice of children, rather than adults who have been shaped by society and beliefs.

This child doesn't necessarily have to be the emperor of the East Sea.

But she is indeed the most suitable candidate at present.

only......

Sitting next to the Emperor of the East Sea, looking at her slightly bewildered expression, Shinji Kitahara couldn't help but sigh.

Reason is reason, and knowledge is knowledge.

But seeing the Emperor of the East Sea in this state, and thinking about the responsibilities she would have to bear under these circumstances...

Shinji Kitahara couldn't help but feel a little sorry for him.

Wanting Kitahara Shinji to have a proper chat with the Emperor of the East Sea, Eclipse and Sanish left with the others after a few words.

Whether it was to avoid suspicion or simply to slack off... is unclear.

That's hard to say.

In short, now only Shinji Kitahara and the Emperor of the East Sea remain on the scene.

silence.

Although the opportunity for the two of them to be alone, especially since such opportunities are rare, something should happen.

But so much has happened during this time, and so many questions are weighing on their minds.

So much so that even when the Emperor of the East Sea smelled the scent on Kitahara Shinji, he didn't react at all.

Or rather, they didn't know how to react.

She is very confused.

Don't know what to say either.

And so silence spread.

Until a pair of hands embraced her from behind, pulling her into that familiar and warm embrace.

Shinji Kitahara held her as if she were his own daughter, his gaze fixed on the distance.

He held her in one arm and stroked her fur with the other.

I helped her sort out her complicated thoughts.

"Your Majesty, no matter what happens, no matter what decision you make, I will support you."

Before leaving, Eclipse told him about their previous conversation and the decision made by the Emperor of the East Sea.

Now that things have come to this, saying anything about feeling sorry for her or trying to stop her would be a bit fussy.

"Trainer..."

She instinctively curled up in Shinji Kitahara's arms, like a kitten that had been wandering for a long time finally returning to its home.

Anxiety, fear, frustration, confusion...

But in the instant she curled up, those emotions were kept outside her little nest.

Even though those emotions still lingered, at least for this moment, she was no longer alone, curled up in the darkness, but felt a long-lost warmth and peace of mind.

If she could, she would even like to stay here forever.

"Trainer, can I stay here forever?"

Perhaps because of excessive confusion, she subconsciously blurted out what was on her mind.

"of course."

However, before she could react, Shinji Kitahara immediately responded.

"Stay as long as you want, as long as you wish."

"It'll be fine for a lifetime."

"And this is not because of any new era or any kind of change."

He lowered his head, looked directly into the eyes of the Emperor of the East Sea, and said earnestly.

"Whether you take on that responsibility or not, whether you succeed or fail, even if you are not the Emperor of the East Sea, but just an ordinary horse girl, even if your legs are broken and you can no longer run."

"No matter what happens, even if you lose everything, you can still come to me and stay as long as you want."

"You are not alone, Your Majesty."

"I am here."

silence.

The Emperor of the East Sea looked up, gazing into the earnestness in those eyes, and seeing his own reflection within them.

She felt something trembling in her chest.

moment.

She held out her hand.

She hugged his neck and, to his astonishment, pressed herself against him.