Was There a Conflict with Her Trainer?
Walking alongside Almond Eye, Kitasan Black had only taken a few steps when she suddenly heard an urgent call from behind her:
"Kitasan Black! Senior, could you please wait a moment?"
Instinctively turning around, she saw Mikki Rocket running toward her with a bright smile. After signaling for Almond Eye to head to the Starting Gate and prepare first, she went over to meet her.
"Hello, Senior Kitasan Black! I introduced myself before, right? My name is Mikki Rocket!"
Eager to speak first, Mikki Rocket's eyes carried a trace of nervousness along with a few hints of anticipation. Stopping in front of Kitasan Black, she said slightly out of breath:
"It's an honor to meet you, Senior, and an honor to race alongside you!"
"Mhm, mhm! I remember!"
After nodding repeatedly, Kitasan Black looked puzzled. She then examined Mikki Rocket from head to toe, a trace of concern appearing in her gaze.
"Is something wrong, Mikki Classmate? Are you feeling unwell somewhere? Did something perhaps go wrong during the warm-up just now?"
"Something went wrong during the warm-up? Ah, not at all. I'm in excellent condition—I definitely won't disappoint you later, Senior!"
Mikki Rocket froze for a moment, then hurriedly shook her head in denial. At the same time, a warmth rose in her heart.
"As expected of Senior Kitasan Black. She really is as warmhearted as the stories say."
Then, a hint of hesitation entered her smile. After wavering for a moment, she finally gathered her courage and said:
"Actually, there's something I'd like to ask Senior Kitasan Black about—about how to get along with a trainer.
"But the race is about to begin, so I'm afraid there isn't enough time now.
"So I was wondering... after the race, or during a