On the training grounds of Tracen Academy, the training intensity of the Rigil trio continued to awe the surrounding Uma Musume.
Ryo was being overseen by Trainer Tojo Hana as she completed core strength training.
Sweat dripped down her jawline, and her silver long hair was soaked and stuck to her neck, yet she gritted her teeth and persevered.
Symboli Rudolf was performing explosive sprints on the track, her dark brown figure like lightning, with the white hair on her forehead particularly striking in the sunlight.
Maruzensky was engaged in tactical simulation training, occasionally glancing at the struggling Ryo, a hint of a smile in her eyes.
“Trainer Tojo Hana, Senior Ryo, Senpai Rudolf, Senior Maruzensky!” Two clear voices rang out simultaneously, breaking the focused atmosphere of the training ground.
The three looked in the direction of the voices, only to see two girls in Tracen Academy uniforms standing not far away.
The girl on the left had long, lustrous black hair and blue eyes like deep lakes.
Her posture was tall and straight, and her demeanor was composed.
Even just standing there, she exuded an undeniable aura—it was Air Groove, who had recently enrolled and whose astonishing potential had caught Trainer Tojo Hana’s eye.
The girl on the right had short, light brown hair, lively eyes, and a hint of a wild smile on her lips.
It was Mr.
C.B., equally gifted and free-spirited.
The two quickly walked closer, bowing deeply to the trio, their voices filled with reverence: “We are the newly enrolled Air Groove and Mr.
C.B.!
We are here today to officially join the Rigil team!”
Air Groove straightened up, her blue eyes gleaming with firm resolve: “I have always admired Senpai Rudolf’s philosophy, and I long for Senior Ryo’s dominance on the track, as well as Senior Maruzensky’s tactical wisdom.
It is my honor to join Rigil and train with all of you seniors.” She spoke clearly and respectfully, though when she mentioned Rudolf, a subtle, complex emotion flickered in her eyes—evidently, she had already heard of this senior’s ‘bad joke prowess.’
Mr.
C.B.
seemed much more casual.
She scratched her head and said with a smile, “I was attracted by Trainer Tojo Hana’s tactical philosophy.
Of course, running with the three strongest seniors sounds like a lot of fun!” Her gaze moved over the trio, finally resting on Ryo, her eyes full of curiosity: “Little Ryo, it’s rumored that you’re exceptionally talented, and even if you occasionally slack off, you can maintain top-tier performance.
Is that true?”
Ryo had just finished a set of training and took the sports drink handed to her by Trainer Tojo Hana.
She raised an eyebrow at the question: “Occasional relaxation is for better sprinting.
But now with Trainer Tojo Hana, it’s not so easy to slack off.”
Maruzensky stepped forward, patted both of their shoulders, and smiled brightly: “Welcome to Rigil!
From now on, we’re teammates.
Feel free to ask if you don’t understand anything; we’ll look out for you.”
Symboli Rudolf nodded slightly, her tone steady: “Since you’ve joined Rigil, you must abide by the team’s rules, train diligently, and pursue victory.” She paused, then seemed to remember something, adding: “Oh, and after training, I’ll share some little jokes to boost morale.”
Air Groove’s body stiffened slightly, a trace of helplessness flashing in her blue eyes, but she still respectfully replied, “Understood, Senpai Rudolf.” Mr.
C.B., however, laughed carefree: “Wow, Rudolf tells jokes?
I’m looking forward to it!”
Trainer Tojo Hana looked at the five individuals before her, a rare hint of softness appearing on her usually cold face: “Air Groove and Mr.
C.B.
both have excellent potential.
Air Groove’s finishing sprint ability and Mr.
C.B.’s mid-to-late race acceleration and adaptability to turns can effectively compensate for the team’s shortcomings.
From today onwards, you are officially members of Rigil.
I will revise your training plans according to your characteristics.
No slacking allowed.”
“Yes!” Air Groove and Mr.
C.B.
responded in unison, their eyes filled with fighting spirit.
In the days that followed, the Rigil team officially welcomed two new members.
Air Groove trained exceptionally hard, striving for perfection in both basic training and tactical coordination, and quickly adapted to the team’s high-intensity training rhythm.
Not only did she closely follow Symboli Rudolf’s footsteps in training, but she also often sought advice from Rudolf privately.
However, whenever Rudolf told bad jokes, she would suppress her laughter, pretending to listen intently.
Her suppressed expression always made Maruzensky secretly chuckle.
Mr.
C.B., on the other hand, maintained her free-spirited style, never playing by the rules during training.
She often came up with unexpected ideas in tactical simulations, bringing new breakthroughs to the team.
Yet, she also had her principles; she meticulously completed the core training plan set by Trainer Tojo Hana, never being perfunctory.
She especially enjoyed sparring with Ryo; the two would occasionally have small races during training breaks.
Although Ryo always won, Mr.
C.B.
was never discouraged; instead, she became more determined, muttering, “Next time, I’ll definitely catch up to you, Little Ryo!”
Just as the Rigil team was growing stronger and their training was getting into full swing, Chairman Akikawa of Tracen Academy sought out Symboli Rudolf.
“Symboli Rudolf, given your excellent leadership abilities and prestige within the academy, I hope you will serve as the Student Council President, leading the Student Council to assist the academy in managing various affairs,” the Chairman said sincerely.
“At the same time, I also hope that Ryo, Maruzensky, and Air Groove can join the Student Council, serving as President’s Assistant, Head of the Literary Department, and Vice President, respectively.
Mr.
C.B.
will serve as an Executive in the Activities Department, working together to create a more cohesive Student Council.”
Symboli Rudolf did not hesitate and immediately agreed: “I will do my utmost not to disappoint the Chairman’s trust.”
Ryo initially wanted to decline, as she had no interest in administrative matters, but seeing Symboli Rudolf’s determined eyes and Maruzensky’s expectant gaze, she finally nodded: “Alright, I will do my best to assist Rudolf.”
Maruzensky smiled and said, “Working together in the Student Council will be very interesting!”
Air Groove respectfully replied, “I will fulfill my duties as Vice President and assist President Rudolf and all the seniors.”
Mr.
C.B.
excitedly said, “Activities Department?
Sounds like I can organize many interesting competitions!
I agree!”
Thus, the core members of Rigil simultaneously became the backbone of Tracen Academy’s Student Council.
Symboli Rudolf, as President, handled various Student Council affairs with a rigorous and fair attitude, bringing Rigil’s training spirit into Student Council management.
Ryo, as President’s Assistant, although occasionally slacking off, always provided precise advice at critical moments thanks to her keen insight.
Maruzensky managed the Literary Department meticulously and also planned numerous campus activities, earning her great popularity among students.
Air Groove, as Vice President, was meticulous and diligent, handling the Student Council’s daily affairs perfectly, becoming Rudolf’s capable assistant.
Mr.
C.B., meanwhile, excelled in the Activities Department, organizing many friendly matches and greatly boosting the students’ competitive enthusiasm.
On the training ground, they were teammates fighting side by side, sweating for victory; in the Student Council, they were partners with perfect chemistry, working together for the academy’s development.
Air Groove and Mr.
C.B., these two partners, always looked up to the three Uma Musume as role models.
They not only trained diligently to catch up but also actively learned in their Student Council work, becoming veritable “fangirls” of the three seniors, always following closely behind them wherever they went.
As the sun set, the Rigil quintet walked side by side on the Tracen Academy’s sports field, discussing tomorrow’s training plan and Student Council work arrangements.
Air Groove and Mr.
C.B.
surrounded their three companions, chattering with various questions, their faces full of admiration.
And at this moment, in that ordinary residential house on the outskirts of Kyoto, the former little foal had grown into a lively and adorable little girl.
She had a similar hairstyle to Symboli Rudolf, with a few strands of dazzling red mixed in with the white hair on her forehead.
She was running with her short legs in the yard, her laughter clear and melodious.
Her adoptive parents stood at the doorway, watching her joyful figure, their faces filled with relief.
No one knew how this Little Uma Musume, flowing with the genes of Ryo and Symboli Rudolf, would one day burst into the world of Tracen Academy and intersect with the seniors of Rigil.
And at this moment, the Rigil quintet was immersed in the joy of growing together, completely unaware that the gears of destiny had already begun to turn quietly, and a cross-generational legacy and competition awaited them in the not-too-distant future.