Can she become a G1 racehorse girl?

When Yasui Makoto first saw that interview with Kitajima Saburo, he was deeply moved.

Even with his past life's experience, he wasn't a genius. He'd met plenty of geniuses when he was studying at the Trainer Academy.

Some of those geniuses might have come from humble beginnings, while others, like him, came from Trainer families.

There were also those with even better family backgrounds, who had celebrities flocking to them right from the start of their enrollment, expressing their desire for their families' Uma Musume to be personally trained by them.

However, in the end, not a single one of those geniuses managed to surpass him. Some transferred mid-way, while others were still studying at the academy.

Now, as he unconsciously recalled that interview and thought about his experiences with Hokubu Genkoma these past few days, Yasui Makoto suddenly understood the source of his Uma Musume's personality.

Passionate and cheerful, lively and generous.

She would feel apprehensive, she would hesitate.

During training, she was absolutely meticulous, very obedient and well-behaved, completing tasks with more than 120% effort rather than just 100%.

Often, she seemed a bit clumsy, just burying her head and charging forward, disregarding everything else, taking solid, steady steps forward.

But in the end, she always succeeded.

She was just like her grandfather.

"Thank you, thank you everyone! Thank you all for listening to Grandpa and me sing... Trainer?!"

Lost in thought, he was suddenly startled by a surprised shout from afar. Yasui Makoto instinctively looked over.

The black-haired girl's excited, pretty face seemed to grow from small to large in an instant as she lunged forward, wrapping her arms around Yasui Makoto's neck.

"Trainer! You saw it, right?! The second race... I won again!!"

"Yeah, yeah, congratulations Xiao Bei, but..."

Feeling the weight around his neck, Yasui Makoto gave a wry smile.

"Can you get down first? My neck... feels like it's going to break..."

At the same time, he couldn't help but think.

...Although I had seen the data before...

She really is much heavier than other Uma Musume...

"Ah, ah?! R-right, sorry Trainer, I got too excited again..."

Quickly releasing her hands from around Yasui Makoto's neck, Hokubu Genkoma took two steps back, her expression still excited but now filled with concern.

"Trainer, is your neck okay...?"

"That was just an exaggeration earlier, I'm fine."

Rubbing his neck and moving it around, Yasui Makoto smiled at Hokubu Genkoma, then looked behind her.

"Compared to me... Xiao Bei, is this your grandfather?"

"Mhm, mhm!"

Turning around, Hokubu Genkoma trotted two steps forward, took the hand of Kitajima Saburo who had already walked over, and then pulled her grandfather over.

"Trainer! This is my grandpa!

"Grandpa! This is my Trainer, Yasui Makoto!"

Although Kitajima Saburo was a household name in the music industry, and indeed throughout Japan, he carried no airs of a great figure.

His eyes, far from being clouded, were filled with affection as he looked at Hokubu Genkoma, and full of admiration as he looked at Yasui Makoto.

"Teacher Kitajima, hello. I am Hokubu Genkoma's Trainer, Yasui Makoto."

Yasui Makoto bowed. "I am deeply honored that you could take time out of your busy schedule to watch Xiao Bei's race."

"Hahaha, what are you saying?"

Kitajima Saburo laughed heartily and said kindly, "As a grandfather, I should naturally be here to watch my granddaughter's race.

"Rather, I should have come last time, but this child didn't want too much attention. Otherwise, no matter how busy I was, I would have come."

"It's not because you're too famous, Grandpa."

Although Hokubu Genkoma was smiling, her tone was a little like a spoiled child's, a little complaining, and she kept looking around.

"Look, so many people gathered around just now.

"If you had come to the track last time, everyone would have been watching you, and no one would have been watching my race."

Just as Hokubu Genkoma said, a crowd had indeed gathered at the entrance to the resting hall at that moment.

Most of their gazes were focused on Kitajima Saburo, filled with excitement and admiration.

The reason they hadn't approached was probably because most people could still control their excitement, and there were also quite a few burly men in black suits blocking the way.

With a brief glance, Yasui Makoto understood that they were all well-trained bodyguards.

After all, Kitajima Saburo could be considered a national treasure musician, and with so many people at the venue, security could not be relaxed.

"Alright, alright, it's all Grandpa's fault, it's all Grandpa's fault."

Regarding Hokubu Genkoma's complaints, Kitajima Saburo chuckled apologetically.

"Then why don't we go inside first, okay?"

"No."

Hokubu Genkoma shook her head without hesitation, then said earnestly:

"The lounge is only for Uma Musume, Trainers, and staff. You definitely can't go in, Grandpa.

"Besides, after resting for a bit, I still have to prepare for the Winner's Stage.

"You can just wait for my performance over at the stage, Grandpa. I promise my performance won't disappoint you!"

"Alright, alright, Grandpa will be waiting with great anticipation."

After nodding repeatedly, Kitajima Saburo looked at Yasui Makoto.

"However, there are a few things I'd like to discuss with your Trainer. Is that alright, Xiao Bei?"

"Yeah! No problem!"

Hokubu Genkoma nodded repeatedly as well.

"I've wanted Grandpa to meet my Trainer for a long time!

"Grandpa, let me tell you, my Trainer is amazing. You'll understand once you talk to him!"

"Of course, Xiao Bei. Trainer Yasui definitely deserves credit for your victory. Grandpa understands he's very capable."

He added with a smile, and after seeing Hokubu Genkoma say goodbye to Yasui Makoto and enter the lounge, Kitajima Saburo turned his attention. First, he bowed to Yamato Akagi and Vodka.

"My deepest apologies. I was so engrossed in chatting with Xiao Bei that I haven't had a chance to introduce you all.

"However, I've always followed the Shining Series races. You are Yamato Akagi and Vodka, correct?"

"You're too kind, sir."

Returning the bow with Vodka, Yamato Akagi smiled. "We grew up listening to your songs. We should be the ones introducing ourselves."

"Yes, sir. I've heard Xiao Bei mention you many times, but I never found a suitable opportunity to visit."

Vodka said excitedly:

"Your singing is filled with manly spirit! I especially love your songs! I... huh?"

Just as Vodka was about to continue, Yamato Akagi smiled and subtly flicked her tail at her.

"We're both here to cheer for Xiao Bei. We'll go help her prepare for the Winner's Stage now. Excuse us."

Vodka also caught on.

"Right, right! The Winner's Stage is very important. We'll help Xiao Bei prepare thoroughly!"

Then, the two Uma Musume bowed together and entered the lounge, just like Hokubu Genkoma.

During this time, Yasui Makoto had remained silent.

He had long anticipated that if he met Hokubu Genkoma's family, he would likely face some questions or other topics, as she was their child.

The question was, what would this elder ask...?

"Youth is a wonderful thing. Having seniors who support you, classmates and friends to compete with, and of course, mentors to guide you. These are all opportunities one encounters only in their youth, haha."

While Yasui Makoto was contemplating, Kitajima Saburo chuckled and slowly looked over.

"Mr. Yasui, perhaps this is a bit direct, but I'm sure you can understand my feelings.

"In your opinion, about that child, Xiao Bei...

"Can she become a G1 Uma Musume?"