Races to Run in the Future

After completing the full training session, Yasui Makoto was once again surprised by his Uma Musume for a while.

There were scheduled breaks within the hours, but the overall training was continuous.

However, after such a long training session, Hokubu Genkoma didn't seem very tired.

Not only was she not tired, but she barely had any sweat on her face. She looked full of energy, ready for the next training session at any moment.

Although he had already determined from the data that her physical condition was quite excellent, he hadn't expected it to be so outrageously good when viewed directly.

It was precisely because of this that Yasui Makoto didn't rest either, performing preliminary calculations as soon as he obtained each piece of data.

When Hokubu Genkoma was resting, he seized the time to further analyze, judge, and adjust, which led to significant progress in her subsequent training.

Of course, Hokubu Genkoma's own talent also contributed to this.

Not only was her physique outstanding, but this Uma Musume also had an unexpectedly good sense of rhythm.

Except for minor mistakes in the first one or two sets of practice, her subsequent movements became increasingly synchronized with the music's beat, with an overall average exceeding 75%.

Looking at the average performance, for an Uma Musume trying this kind of training for the first time, achieving 50% synchronization would be considered good. 75% could be called genius.

Noticing this, Yasui Makoto unconsciously revised his perception of this Uma Musume.

"That's all for today."

Praising her, Yasui Makoto began to pack his things.

"I'll take you to eat, and also..."

He pondered for a moment.

"Xiao Bei, besides the dancing and singing taught at school, you must have taught yourself some things before, right?"

"Yes! This meal is my treat today, Trainer!"

Responding enthusiastically with a raised hand, Hokubu Genkoma eagerly rushed over.

"Trainer, I'll carry your bag!"

After picking up Yasui Makoto's shoulder bag, she bit her lower lip before answering his previous question.

"As for singing and dancing... I guess it doesn't count as learning.

"But I've always loved singing!

"My father, my grandfather, and many people in my family are great singers. I grew up listening to them sing!"

Yasui Makoto instantly understood.

The profile mentioned that Hokubu Genkoma came from a good background. Her grandfather was a well-known singer in the industry, with disciples and students all over Japan. He could be considered from a musical family.

Being influenced in such an environment, it wasn't difficult to understand her strong adaptability to rhythm and beats.

Perhaps she hadn't approached running with this mindset before, which was why her steps were so erratic during training.

Of course, her great strength was also a factor.

Running and singing were different after all. Singing mainly used the muscles of the neck, chest, and abdomen, while running required the mobilization of all muscles in the body. Mastering excellent rhythm would undoubtedly be more difficult.

However, with her family's background as a foundation, if she continued to train diligently, this Uma Musume's basic footwork would certainly not be a problem.

Then he would need to consider another type of training...

As Yasui Makoto pondered, Hokubu Genkoma was excitedly recounting stories about her family and her childhood.

"...We lived in the countryside, so in the summer evenings, we often went to the woods with friends to catch fireflies, oh, and Rhino Beetles!

"We would also compete to see whose Rhino Beetle was stronger, and there were even Rhino Beetle races!

"Oh right, the idea of becoming an Uma Musume probably started around then.

"Hehehe, I was the fastest runner among my friends back then. Everyone said I would become a great Uma Musume in the future!

"Dad and Grandpa said so too, and..."

She became even more excited.

"After watching Emperor-senpai's races, I've always wanted to become a dazzling Uma Musume like her!

"Trainer, you say..."

She looked expectantly at Yasui Makoto.

"Is my dream... possible to achieve?"

Looking back at Hokubu Genkoma, seeing his reflection clearly in her clear eyes, Yasui Makoto smiled involuntarily.

"I will do my utmost to help you achieve your dream."

"Mhm! Thank you, Trainer!"

Raising her arms high and nodding repeatedly, the lively and energetic Uma Musume then shyly covered her stomach.

"But as you said, Trainer, about achieving dreams and all, it's probably better to fill my stomach first."

As they spoke, they had arrived at Tracen Academy's cafeteria.

Most students had already eaten, so there weren't many people in the cafeteria. After ordering their food, Hokubu Genkoma proactively carried both their trays to the table.

For the two of them, Yasui Makoto's plate only held a small portion, just a bowl of ramen.

Hokubu Genkoma, on the other hand, ordered more than ten times that amount, with fried rice, fried noodles, grilled meat, and sauced carrots piled up to nearly half her height.

The cafeteria chefs were very professional; not only were the foods suited to the Uma Musume's tastes, but they also didn't have to worry about them being too greasy.

So, Yasui Makoto was only slightly surprised by Hokubu Genkoma's appetite, understanding that after an afternoon of training, the girl was genuinely hungry.

"Itadakimasu!"

Clasping her hands together in front of the mountain of dinner before her, she picked up her chopsticks. Her peripheral vision caught Yasui Makoto's slightly surprised gaze, and Hokubu Genkoma's small face flushed red.

"Um... actually..."

She fiddled with her fingers in front of her, then whispered:

"I don't usually eat this much...

"I usually only eat this much... no, this much...

"No, it should be this little..."

She gestured three times in a row, her hand getting lower each time.

Finally, her voice grew a bit louder.

"Okay, Trainer, laugh if you want to laugh, I really am hungry... but I did eat a bit more than usual today..."

"Why would I laugh?"

"It's really only a little more... Huh?"

Hokubu Genkoma's ears twitched.

"Trainer... isn't laughing at me for eating so much?"

"What's so funny about that? Besides, there's no reason for a Trainer to laugh at their contracted Uma Musume."

Picking up his chopsticks next to his own meal, Yasui Makoto said calmly:

"Furthermore, what you're eating isn't that much. I've seen Uma Musume who can eat more than you."

"R-really? Then I won't hold back!"

Realizing her worries were completely unnecessary, Hokubu Genkoma instantly became cheerful. She picked up a large plate of fried rice in front of her and took a huge bite.

"Mmm... Right, Trainer, who is the Uma Musume you said can eat more than me?"

"...Swallow your food before you speak, you'll choke."

After a reminder, hearing Hokubu Genkoma ask again, Yasui Makoto thought for a moment, then asked a question instead of answering.

"You'll know when I take you to meet her later. But more importantly...

"Xiao Bei, what kind of Uma Musume do you think is outstanding, brilliant?

"Or rather, have you thought about which races you want to run in the future?"

That evening, in Hokubu Genkoma's shared room.

"Hikari-chan! I'm back!"

"Ah, welcome back, Xiao Bei."

Responding to Hokubu Genkoma's energetic greeting was an Uma Musume with long, light brown hair and light golden eyes.

Judging by her facial features, she bore some resemblance to Satono Crown, who had been practicing in the dance hall that afternoon, and she possessed the same well-bred, elegant demeanor.

This was Satono Crown's sister, Hokubu Genkoma's roommate, Rizumu Hikari.

(Rizumu: )