Ondo
After Almond Eye's race ended, Anjing Zhen, Kitasan Black, and the others naturally offered her plenty of encouragement and comfort.
However, no one said too much, because Almond Eye seemed to have already adjusted her mindset.
"Actually, Senior Oguri Cap and the others said I did pretty well already." Facing Anjing Zhen and the others' concerned gazes, she nodded firmly. "So everyone, don't worry too much. And compared to me, shouldn't we really be worried about Little Bun, who's about to race?"
Seeing how her words brimmed with confidence and determination, everyone naturally turned their attention to Spring and Autumn Equinox, who was about to take part in another race. Naturally, Almond Eye eagerly joined the ranks of those cheering for their junior.
Before the race, Spring and Autumn Equinox seemed a little nervous.
All the way from the training grounds to the race venue, her small hands had tightly clutched the hem of Kitasan Black's clothes. Her timid gaze made her no different from the introverted, shy little girl she usually was.
Yet the instant she stepped onto the starting line and the starting gate opened, the momentum that suddenly burst forth from her left even those familiar with her slightly surprised.
Her eyes had clearly become far more focused and sharp, making her seem like an entirely different person from usual. The moment she left the gate, she shot ahead on her own, taking the lead of the pack.
This was the "running style" she had proposed herself. The reason was simple: just like Little Kita, she wanted to lead from start to finish.
There were not many twists and turns in the race. Facing a group of opponents who had yet to undergo Full Maturity and mainly ran on instinct, Spring and Autumn Equinox displayed overwhelming