After Anjing Zhen finished speaking, Kitasan Black froze slightly, a flicker of surprise passing through her eyes.
She instinctively looked at Almond Eye, thinking that the mention of running alongside her would make Almond Eye nervous.
After all, Almond Eye had only just entered the Full Maturity training stage. Her body had yet to develop as fully as Kitasan Black's, and she had no racing experience whatsoever.
In Kitasan Black's view, faced with such a challenge, Almond Eye would inevitably feel intimidated.
Yet when she saw Almond Eye's expression clearly, she was surprised once again.
What met her eyes was Almond Eye brimming with competitiveness.
Her eyes gleamed with blazing light. She was already eager to get moving, radiating an air of impatience to show her skills on the track and compete against Kitasan Black.
Infected by Almond Eye's enthusiasm, Kitasan Black felt a surge of excitement rise within her.
She looked at Anjing Zhen, nodded firmly, and replied energetically, "Yes, Trainer!"
"I'm ready too!"
Unwilling to be outdone, Almond Eye added loudly, "We can start anytime!"
Seeing the two Horse Girls so spirited, Anjing Zhen could not help but smile. Then he pointed toward the starting point on the track.
"Then we'll do it the usual way. Listen for my countdown from three, then go!"
Upon hearing the command, Kitasan Black and Almond Eye eagerly ran toward the starting point.
They stood side by side and assumed their Starting Stances. Kitasan Black stared straight ahead, while Almond Eye covertly glanced toward Anjing Zhen. Both were fully focused as they waited for the signal to start.
At that moment, the entire training ground was silent. Only a gentle breeze passed through, stirring their hair and clothes.
Standing to the side, Anjing Zhen swept his gaze over them, pondered briefly, and