Yearning for the World

Longing for the World

After the grand Winner's Stage performance ended, the air backstage still retained the lingering warmth left behind by the fading excitement and clamor.

Fatigue came in waves, washing over every part of her body, yet after removing her makeup, Kitasan Black still smiled as she said goodbye to the other Horse Girls who had performed with her. She then earnestly thanked the busy staff before picking up her things and heading toward the exit.

The moment she stepped out of the passageway, she spotted the figure waiting for her.

Anjing Zhen stood there, sparse lights from outside the venue behind him.

He looked at her, his tone as steady as ever.

"You did well. The final stretch and the stage performance were both outstanding."

"Yes, Trainer! I did it!"

Kitasan Black's smile bloomed at once, and her heartfelt joy seemed to wash away some of her exhaustion.

She looked around and could not help asking, "Where are Senior Tachyon and Senior Yamato? And Almond Eye and Spring and Autumn Equinox..."

"Gold Ship and the others wanted to throw a celebration right away," Anjing Zhen explained.

"But Tachyon, Yamato, and I all felt that recovery should be your top priority. We can hold the celebration tomorrow.

"Three G1 races in three consecutive months—the strain was too great. You might feel fine right now, but your body has actually reached its limit.

"Tachyon and Yamato could see that clearly from the data, so they went ahead to the recovery center to prepare."

Kitasan Black nodded in agreement. Once the mental drive that had been forcing her onward faded, a deep weariness truly wrapped around her like something tangible.

"Mm... when I crossed the finish line, it really felt like all my strength was about to drain away. And