Training Center.
Megumi Mitsumori's Stable.
After the weekend's races were over, Koichi came by to deliver the gift to Man o' War's stablehand.
From the man's attitude, it was clear that he respected Koichi as a jockey. He even seemed a little nervous, since Koichi would be riding Man o' War in future races.
The stablehand naturally loved the bridle Koichi had brought especially for them.
Man o' War, however, was still quietly eating.
His training load had been steadily increasing, and his test in May was coming up soon.
Neigh-
"Keep working hard. I'm really looking forward to racing with you."
Koichi stroked Man o' War's nose, and Man o' War stuck out his tongue.
He really was adorable.
After delivering the gift, Koichi went to see Epiphaneia.
As for Gold Ship, he would wait until the afternoon workout gallop.
Gold Ship was eating too, and if Koichi went over now, he would definitely pin his ears back and chase him away again.
Visiting Epiphaneia, who had just returned, was a better choice.
According to the report, Epiphaneia had recovered quite well, and his training load would gradually increase over the coming days.
His main exercise lately had been brisk walking laps on the dirt track.
Neigh-!
When Epiphaneia saw Koichi approaching, he immediately stretched his head out to look at him.
He had enjoyed his recent pasture rest, but he clearly preferred Hokkai Ranch.
After all, he had lived there for a long time.
"Be good and finish your food first. We'll talk once you're done. We're in no hurry today."
Koichi leaned against the doorframe and waited for him to finish.
With his recent training load, Epiphaneia had been steadily losing weight. Fortunately, he had a naturally large frame and had not lost any muscle mass, so