I only have one year to live, so I must become a legendary horse girl!

He really looks like the guy in a tuxedo, but he's a little too short.

However, Gotham Carol, who had already gone downstairs and walked out of the school gate, had no such awareness at all. She stood by the street, looked at Sunday Tranquility floating on the side, and began to ask curiously.

Old man, have you ever experienced something like this?

There aren't any so-called old-fashioned aristocrats in the United States, right?

[Huh? Oh, of course I have, but it wasn't as formal as yours. Hey, why don't you think about what I'm most famous for?]

Ok……

In horse racing, Zhou Ningjing is a very famous contributor of paternal bloodline, and in this world, um.

According to the information found by Gotham Ode, Sunday Tranquility was a well-known contributor to gossip in the United States a long time ago.

Well, how should I say it?

There was even a period of time when astronomers called it Europe's Sunday Quiet, which was probably due to this unnatural situation.

Okay, okay, I really asked the wrong person, old man.

It seems that Zhou Ningjing is not just a veteran, he is at the level of a god of war.

Looking at the bright lights from the car in the distance, Gotham Carol felt helpless and decided not to dwell on it. Instead, he got into the car casually and looked out the window.

However, at this time Zhou Ri Ningjing's figure actually appeared in the mirror.

[Oh, Carol, I seem to have forgotten to tell you.]

Your tea host may realize that you can see me.

Chapter 71, The Pride of the First Ruby.

The First Ruby's house is very grand and magnificent, even not much inferior to Mejiro Castle.

This is only natural, after all, the Mejiro family is not actually too noble, but should be called a famous family.

A famous family of Umamusume.

However, thanks to having lived in Mejiro Castle before, Gotham Carol did not feel too much discomfort with such a grand manor-like building.

After the servant opened the door, Gotham Carol stepped on the ground and took a quick look around the garden.

The courtyard is carefully maintained, which is only natural. After all, the living environment is the facade of the nobility, so they pay great attention to this aspect.

Even though they are a famous family, the Mejiro family, which is not very strict in this regard, will still hire someone to provide care.

As for the symbolists...

Um, I’ve never actually been to Gotham Carol, so I have no idea what it’s like.

In short, the decoration of the First Ruby's house is relatively more sophisticated and restrained than that of Mejiro Castle.

But if it weren't for this huge courtyard, it might seem a little ordinary.

However, Gotham Carol did not look around for too long, because the First Red Treasure had already walked down the stairs, holding up the hem of her skirt.

It was at this time that Sunday Tranquility, who had been tortured by Gotham Carol for the entire journey, finally spoke up and ended her silence.

[Um, the reason for not telling Tea House is that I'm waiting for her to find out and think it's funny, right?]

You really are such a shameful old thing!

Gotham Carol thought so in her heart, but her eyes were focused on the First Ruby.

In fact, the skirt of the lady in front of me was not short, but her home clothes were even longer.

And it wasn't the solemn dark color. Although it was a private dance, First Ruby clearly showed the highest level of respect.

She was wearing a bright blue long dress.

"Hello, Miss Gotham Carol. It's great that you can come as promised."

"After all, it's an agreement, right?"

Gotham Carol hesitated for a moment, then reached out her hand as Sunday Serenity whispered in her ear.

With her palm facing up and the back of her hand facing down, she gave a faint smile to the First Ruby in front of her.

"Yes, you are a man of your word, but it's Ruby's honor anyway, no matter what."

The First Ruby lifted one of her skirts and placed her other hand in Gotham Carol's palm.

Then she let the white and tender fingers gently pinch the sides of her gloved palms.

Of course, the two of them had no intention of greeting each other in the cold wind outside, but walked towards the hall together.

"There aren't many outsiders in there. They're just Ruby's family and other sub-rooms. Don't be nervous, Carol."

"Really? Then I have to behave well no matter what, right?"

For Gotham Anthem itself, embarrassment is unacceptable, and even more so for the First Ruby.

[In this kind of old aristocratic family, there is so much family affection and so on. Hmm... it's hard to imagine.]

You're absolutely right, old man.

After entering the gate, there didn't seem to be many people inside, but there was no doubt that Gotham Carol attracted the attention of almost everyone.

After all, the First Ruby is the most outstanding and dazzling one in this family, so as the eldest daughter, her every move should be paid special attention to.

In addition, Gotham Carol is indeed the most famous figure in the entire Japanese horse racing world.

These two events destroyed the internationalization process of the Yasuda Memorial and the Takarazuka Memorial. They are truly appalling.

Not to mention that Gotham Anthem also announced that it would participate in the Japan Cup, the only supreme G1 competition that has become an international competition.

Well, the internationalization process of the Takarazuka Kinen has been completely ruined. Even on the first day after the competition, that Monday, the secretariat had already united almost all the legendary horse girls on the other side of the ocean to make a proposal.

And it is under such circumstances that the Japanese horse racing community has clearly realized a fact.

The Gotham Carol act is probably something that legends all over the world have united to support. In other words...

There is no other choice but to confront the past with hard power.

It is because of this situation that the Gotham Carol threat theory has been widely publicized.

URA hoped that by promoting such content, the Gotham Carol would be stopped by a brave man who suddenly appeared out of nowhere, thus completely failing.

Isn’t she the devil on the field?

The Demon King should be defeated by the hero.

Right, right?

In short, because of the widespread publicity, Gotham Carol has completely become the focus of attention of the whole of Japan.

Even the Emperor of the East China Sea, who had originally made her famous, was no longer the focus of the topic.

But to be honest, no matter how much slander there is, it can only mean one thing to the families of Umamusume, especially the "first" family.

That’s the strength of pedigree that proves what Gotham Carol can bring.

So everyone actually gave a very warm welcome to this sudden demon king who received mostly bad reviews.

Gotham Carol's response was very simple. She just made a simple gesture after entering the door while holding the First Ruby's hand.

It's just a private dance party, why make such a fuss?

What's more, the news that she and the First Ruby walked in hand in hand was actually more important than anything else.

This means that even if there is no result today, their eldest lady has already taken the lead. Even if she has any other ideas, she will have to find an opportunity later.

Apparently, everyone was tactful enough not to do anything extra, and as a result, Gotham Carol was able to relax and hold First Ruby's hand and sit down at a less conspicuous table.

In fact, holding hands can be considered a very intimate thing, but in this dance practice, such behavior is nothing.

And Gotham Carol also looked at the First Ruby and asked what he had wanted to ask for a long time.

"So, Ruby, were you prepared for the Takarazuka Memorial, or was this a spur-of-the-moment event?"

"This question, actually, is a question that everyone has. After all, children from a family like ours have to consider such things no matter what."

If that's the case, I'll be keeping an eye on it at all times. After observing it myself, I'll definitely send out an invitation without hesitation.

After all, the powerful horse girls that you have witnessed with your own eyes are much better than other horse girls or trainers recruited by your own family, right?

This is one of the few First Rubies, and it’s the power of choice.

"Even if I might not get an answer? Uh, a definite answer to what's going on later."

"Ruby just extended an invitation. As for whether it will be accepted, it's too early now, isn't it?"

Both of them are still Umamusume who have not retired yet, so it is indeed a bit early to consider these things at this time.

Gotham Carol actually approves of this body temperature.

To be honest, is the First Ruby considered the first girl to whom he made a subtle confession?

If it is a clear definition of confession, then this is the first time.

So even though there was no emotional foundation, Gotham Carol still had a very vivid memory of the conversation after the game, and after spending some time together...

What to say?

Is there anything unpleasant about the First Ruby?

The answer is absolutely not.

Of course, Gotham Carol still didn't say anything more, but chatted casually with the First Ruby, waiting for everyone to arrive for the dance to begin.

In the end, after about ten minutes, the small dance party with only thirty or forty people was officially opened.

So, what's the first thing that happens when the party starts?

Gotham Carol took First Ruby to the center of the dance floor, and the two faced each other and looked at each other.

As the eldest lady's first ruby ​​and her dance partner, the two of them should be the protagonists of this ball, so they stood in such a position.

then…

Under the encouraging and supportive gaze of the First Ruby, Gotham Carol placed her palm on the waist of the dress of the person in front of her, and then held the other hand and raised it slightly to the other side.

Then, dance to the rhythm.

Well, the phrase "dancing gracefully" is actually a bit inappropriate.

At least from the perspective of the First Ruby, the dance of Gotham Carol really... lacks time to settle.

But even so, the First Ruby was not unhappy at all.

Because she could feel how seriously the person in front of her took every dance step.

To be honest, when the First Ruby first learned about Gotham Carol, or when she first learned that her family was interested in Gotham Carol, she was actually quite scared and uneasy.

As the most outstanding horse girl of this generation and the one in the family, such responsibility naturally belongs to her. So when the First Ruby thought about facing the terrifying demon king on the track, her first reaction was actually trembling and fear.

There is no other reason. The results alone are too shocking, not to mention the deliberate and obviously arrogant behavior before crossing the finish line.

However, when he finally made up his mind at the Takarazuka Kinen competition and saw Gotham Anthem again, the First Ruby couldn't help but feel uneasy.

What made her feel even more bitter was that as the best horse girl in the family, she didn't even have the strength to chase that figure on the track.

When the Gotham Carol finished, she couldn't even see the finish line!

At that time, the First Ruby was clearly aware of the strength of Gotham Carol, so when faced with family interests, she was still firm and decisive in handing over the brooch that had belonged to her since she was a child.

Then, we had breakfast together the next morning.

It might just be that Gotham Anthem was too terrifying on the field. After being treated kindly, the First Ruby actually felt a little too dreamy.

She even clearly felt one thing...

That is, after that moment, she faced Gotham Carol not purely because of the family's demands and interests, but really, she also developed a good impression of this horse girl.

Then, as Gotham Carol showed more tenderness and everyday clumsiness, this favorability slowly grew.