That night, after the Kikuka Sho, at the Satomi family estate.
The hall was brightly lit, with light refracted through the Crystal Chandelier scattering across every inch of the floor like diamonds.
The air was filled with the bubbling sound of champagne and the lingering melodies played by the live band in suits and tailcoats.
This Dinner Party celebrating Satono Diamond's victory carried the joy of her Kikuka Sho win deep into the night.
Among the well-dressed guests gathered in little clusters, Anjing Zhen held a Wine Glass as he exchanged pleasantries with those around him.
As Kitasan Black's race results became increasingly dazzling, his reputation as her Trainer had risen right along with them.
Especially because of the Autumn Triple Crown's race schedule, although this was the night Satono Diamond claimed the Kikuka Sho, ever since he had accepted the invitation to attend, the attention he received had been no less than that given to the star of the party.
"Little Brother Anjing, it's been a long time."
Standing before Anjing Zhen, an elderly man with graying temples casually raised his glass with a smile.
"Looking at Kitasan Black's current condition, she'll probably sweep the entire Autumn Triple Crown, won't she?"
Anjing Zhen recognized the elderly man. He was a highly experienced race commentator in the industry.
But in terms of how familiar they were, they had really only met a few times at URA Association meetings.
Still, though he did not feel particularly close to the man, he kept an enthusiastic smile and nodded modestly.
"You flatter me, sir. You should know better than anyone that there are too many variables on the track. As a Trainer, all I can say is that I'll give it my full effort.
"On the other hand, analyzing and evaluating this Kikuka