Qingrou Ruge was clearly the type to strike up conversations easily. Anzu was naturally warm and cheerful, while Wang Ziding was gentle and gracious, elegance evident in every gesture.
The three of them, so alike in temperament, quickly became acquainted. As they waited for the dirt Simulation Race to begin, they discussed what they knew about this kind of track.
"I've heard from some senior students I know that dirt tracks are complicated. Humidity and how muddy the ground is can greatly affect both speed and the stability of your stride."
Qingrou Ruge frowned slightly, her gaze focused as she said seriously, "Explosive power at the start is certainly important, but controlling your rhythm matters even more. Don't sprint at full force right from the beginning, or you'll easily get bogged down in the mud and burn through your stamina."
Anzu nodded repeatedly and added, "Exactly, exactly. When taking corners, you need to keep your center of gravity as low as possible.
"At the same time, use centrifugal force to adjust your stride cleverly. That's the only way to maintain your balance and make it through the turn smoothly.
"Wang Ziding, you have to remember those key points."
Wang Ziding listened with complete concentration, the light of curiosity sparkling in her eyes. She committed every suggestion firmly to memory, occasionally raising her own questions and eagerly discussing them with the others.
When Tokai Teio's reminder sounded over the broadcast and Wang Ziding's examination number appeared, Wang Ziding took a deep breath under Anzu and Qingrou Ruge's encouraging, trusting gazes, then walked toward the dirt track with firm steps.
At the same time, Anjing Zhen returned to the Trainer's office.
The office was empty. The other Trainers were all at the Simulation Race venue.
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