Why was I assigned to be a horse girl?

Scarlet Amber stood frozen in place.

For no reason, she thought of a joke that was often made online: "Some people can only understand certain things when they see the other person being stuffed like a cream puff in front of them, unable to say a word."

Similarly, there are sayings like "not shedding tears until seeing the coffin" and "not giving up until reaching the Yellow River."

After all, humans are inherently emotional beings who are unwilling to accept facts they don't like.

"Um, is there... a mistake? Although my trainer's surname is also Kotobuki, could there be a mistake?"

Fei Tu Hu Po's voice was extremely soft, especially when she said the words "qin chui," so soft that the cashier at the front desk could only barely recognize them by reading her lips.

"No, no, such a big customer's registration notes... how could I misread it?" The receptionist patted her chest confidently: "I entered the driver's license information two or three times... the system always popped up a special account for the Kotobuki Foundation."

"Although I also think that the computer's Windows XP system is too old, laggy and difficult to use... it doesn't deserve to make such a mistake."

"That……"

"The notes state... This fund is entirely for the use of Kotobuki Toru, who is studying at Hokkaido University. In case of emergency, please provide treatment regardless of the cost. Kotobuki Toru, blood type AB, height, weight... no history of allergies..."

Since Hitsukohaku and Kotobuki Toru are currently in a racehorse girl and trainer relationship, and Hitsukohaku was the one who brought Kotobuki Toru to the hospital, the receptionist simply read the note to Hitsukohaku.

Hitoko Amber fills out such a notes card before each match...

Recording important physical data such as blood type, height, and weight can eliminate a lot of questioning and testing steps in case of an emergency, allowing for direct rescue and treatment.

With each piece of data the receptionist reported, that person's image became clearer in Fei Tu Hu Po's mind.

Finally... what emerged in Hito Amber's heart and eyes was not a vague figure of some Kotobuki Group young master.

It was that guy named Kotobuki Toru, the one who carried him on his back...

At this moment, the landlady, who was standing to the side equally shocked, slapped her thigh and suddenly realized what was going on.

"Ah, I was just saying that when I played the piano for him that day, the kid looked completely indifferent when he heard about houses and stuff. I thought it was because he was numb to reality and society, but it turns out he really didn't care... Well, I should have guessed it a long time ago."

Fei Tu Hu Po reached out and took her bank card, then shuffled over to a bench nearby.

Actually, I should have guessed it a long time ago... A lot of loopholes and information were right in front of me, but I chose to ignore them.

For example, Kotobuki Toru is engaged to many prestigious racehorse girls, and those families are all extremely humble towards him; his connections are wider than imagined, and he seems to know everyone; and he always seems completely indifferent to money...

Even at the very end, he ended up at the Kotobuki Foundation... and by sheer coincidence, he learned the true identity of his teacher, Kotobuki.

She clearly realized it then and there—if a top-tier heiress like Kotobuki could stay by her side as a teacher, then what about the other Kotobuki...?

Especially Kotobuki Toru, who usually has a close relationship with Kotobuki, is very likely to be a top-tier tycoon.

Hitotsu Amber also knew that things that haven't happened may never happen, but things that have happened once will definitely happen a second time.

But at that time, I did not choose to reach out and touch that illusory bubble.

Now, the "bubble" that Kotobuki Toru created for himself is finally going to burst.

"Hey, Miss Fei Tu? Miss Fei Tu?" The receptionist waved her hand in front of Fei Tu Amber's eyes. "Why are you spacing out? Is there an error in the registration information? If so, please tell me right away and I'll correct it immediately. This emergency card is no small matter."

“No, that’s right… the information is accurate, it’s that guy.” Hibiki Amber blinked, refocusing her gaze on reality. “But having family is really nice…”

Kotobuki Toru's medical reserve fund is also a testament to the Kotobuki family's love for him... Having family members who love you is a wonderful and enviable thing, and Hito Kohaku doesn't want to deny that.

“My family…”

Hitoko took a deep sniff, then took out her phone and, with slightly trembling fingers, typed "Kotobuki Foundation, Shinichi Kotobuki" into the search bar.

The face of the handsome uncle I had lunch with just now appeared in my mind. His profile clearly stated that he was both the head of the external publicity department of the Kotobuki Foundation and the current president of the Kotobuki Foundation.

"Hey... this guy came by this morning, with the chef. I thought he was just showing off, but I never expected to run into a real rich guy."

"Right... I didn't realize these people were so rich either."

Fei Tu Hu Po flipped through her phone's contact list, found the entry for "Real Uncle," and then dialed the number.

A few seconds later, ["Hey, Little Amber, what's up? Want some more midnight snacks?"]

Kotobuki Toru is in the hospital.

"Huh? What's going on?" The man's nonchalant voice on the other end of the phone changed instantly, like a lion suddenly awakening.

Sure enough, once you have the answer, you can look for details... and the details and evidence are everywhere.

[It's probably because you've been working too hard lately, plus eating too much spicy food. The doctor said it's not a big problem, but would you like to come in for a checkup?]

Shinichi Kotobuki hesitated for a long time on the other end of the phone; clearly, this was a difficult question for him as well.

I'm genuinely concerned about Kotobuki's health, but is my presence here in a business setting...?

I think it would be better if he had family around when he wakes up.

I'll be there in half an hour...

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Second update

And the third one is coming too!

After thinking about it, I think it's better to post them all together!

Please please please please

Chapter 316 From the moment I fell in love with you, we were no longer friends!

Kotobuki felt like she had a strange dream, a mixture of sadness and beauty... In the dream, a fragrant breeze wafted around her, and she was enveloped in an extremely soft, warm, and rich fragrance.

Of course, this may not be a dream.

Even now, upon waking, the delicate, soft fat that overflowed between my fingers still lingers clearly in my palm.

This was the first time in Kotobuki's life that he had ever touched something so wonderful; he would probably never forget it.

Hitoko Amber's voice rang in her ears: "Kotobuki Toru... has woken up."

Before Kotobuki Toru could even open his eyes while lying on the bed, Hitoko Amber had already sensed the change in him.

It's not difficult for Uma Musume to achieve this level of perception; what's truly challenging is maintaining complete focus and attention on a single person for an extended period, and reacting instantly.

Although she wanted to lie down a little longer, Kohaku Hitotsu had already sensed the changes in herself, and Kotobuki Toru opened her eyes and replied, "Hmm... I'm awake."

When I opened my eyes, there was that all-too-familiar handsome old man's face sitting on the edge of the bed—my own father, Shinichi Kotobuki.

Kotobuki Toru was taken aback. "Eh? This... how come it's you?"

Although Kotobuki Toru was happy that his father came to visit him while he was sick, he was surprised that his father had come so soon... and even sat in front of him with such concern on his face.

This will definitely give us away!

When Kotobuki Makoto saw the troubled look on his son's face, he knew exactly what Kotobuki Makoto was worried about. He leaned closer to Kotobuki Toru, patted his shoulder gently, and said in a low voice, "It's good that there's nothing serious... Don't worry about other random things. Hisako already knows everything that needs to be known... I was the one who notified them first."

Although the hospital used special funds to treat Kotobuki Toru and would send a message to Kotobuki Shinichi, how could the efficiency of the hospital's treatment and procedures compare to a single phone call from Hitoko Amber?

Even if Shinichi Kotobuki wanted to stop the receptionist from telling the truth, it was too late.

"Huh?" Kotobuki Toru shuddered violently, but the lingering pain in his stomach forced him to lie back down. "What happened?"

"Well... I set up a special account for you at the hospital. After all, all the arguing and bickering between us is minor; your safety is the most important thing." Shinichi Kotobuki shrugged. "And then Kohaku was brought to the hospital, right? The hospital just told her about the special account..."

"How much did you say?"

"He said almost everything he could say."

The conversation was brief, but Kotobuki Toru understood completely. His father was definitely right, and the receptionist was also right. To put it bluntly, the root of all the mistakes was that he shouldn't have kept it from Hitoko for so long...

But now, Amber knows everything.

The old man and the young man looked at each other, both of them bewildered and at a loss. As owners and heirs of conglomerates who could shake the entire country with their every move, even a sneeze, they sat together and saw the struggle and helplessness in each other's eyes.

"What should we do now?"

"How would I know? I'm a pretty honest person, and I usually stand on the moral high ground to condemn others."

In the end, Kotobuki Makoto shrugged and decided to take a leadership stance to solve the problem, saying, "Whoever makes the mess should take responsibility... You can't expect me to do it, can you? What would be the point of having you then?"

The biggest reason why AI can never replace humans is that AI can't take the blame or be held responsible for the mistakes it makes, but humans can!

They might even be arrested and imprisoned or locked in a basement for making a mistake—even if Kotobuki Toru was arrested and locked in a basement by Hitoko, it was Hitoko who found him.

"Hey, no, then what are you doing here?"

"Just giving you a little bit of fatherly love. Go for it, son, I believe in you!" With that, Shinichi Kotobuki patted Toru Kotobuki's shoulder forcefully. "I'm going to get your medicine..."

After saying that, Shinichi Kotobuki walked away without looking back, and even very politely turned around to close the hospital room door for everyone.

Anyway, as the father, all I need to do is make sure my son is alright and alive... If Hitoko Amber really does beat up Kotobuki Toru in a fit of rage, this is a hospital, so I can just take him there for emergency treatment.

In short, there's no place for me in this ward right now... so it's better to leave the space for the two of us.

After Shinichi Kotobuki left, Amber Hitotsu, who had been standing quietly by the wall, slowly walked to Toru Kotobuki's bedside. Her pretty face showed little emotion; she simply said softly:

"The doctor said... you ate too much spicy food, and your body couldn't handle it, which triggered acute illnesses like gastroenteritis. You've already received painkillers and anti-inflammatory medication, so it shouldn't hurt as much as before..."

"Oh..." Kotobuki Toru glanced at the IV tube stuck in his hand and scratched his head with his other hand: "I should have known better than to eat so much."

Fei Tu Hu Po pursed her lips: "That's right. I told you to be careful a long time ago, and now you know... What was supposed to be a beautiful day is now completely ruined..."

Originally... I didn't have to face all of this.

Kotobuki Toru sighed softly, his head lowered, not daring to look at Hitoko Amber, and said in an almost apologetic voice, "Actually, I should have told you about me sooner..."

"Then why didn't you say so from the beginning?"

"I gave you a hint... but you didn't listen."

"So you're just taking advantage of my stupidity, huh? If hints don't work, at least be direct!"

Fei Tu Hu Po frowned slightly, her golden eyes surging with emotion: "Many things don't matter to me... but this matter! It matters a lot."

“I know that too.” Kotobuki Toru nodded. “But if I had told you beforehand… I think you would have been devastated and run away to go back to delivering takeout or something.”

Fei Tu Hu Po clenched her little fists, and a misty layer instantly appeared in her golden eyes. "But now I want to go back to delivering food! At least when I deliver food by myself, I won't be kept in the dark like this, with everyone keeping me in the dark..."

"Now that you're a G1 racehorse girl, Treisen won't let you leave easily even if you want to..."

Kotobuki looked at the bright red Hibiki Amber in front of her and said, "Moreover, I think you are much more confident than before, at least... you don't have that inferiority complex anymore."

"Yes... I finally gained some confidence, and I finally felt that I was a good racehorse girl, a racehorse girl with the name of Central, a racehorse girl who won the G1 race, a racehorse girl who can go forward side by side with you..."

Fei Tu Hu Po clenched her fists tightly, her slender knuckles cracking: "But now, you're telling me directly... the gap between us is still that big?!"

Kotobuki Toru was stunned, completely unprepared for Hitoko's intense reaction. He had anticipated that she might be heartbroken and disappointed after learning the truth…

But why is there such a strong, unacceptable rage against reality?

The carefully prepared words suddenly seemed powerless and pale in the face of Fei Tu Hu Po's uncharacteristic attitude. "Actually... you don't need to care so much about the difference in our family backgrounds... isn't it good to be like we were before?"

"Things were good before...but what about after that? What about the future?"

The clear tears finally overflowed from Fei Tu Hu Po's eyes, and then rolled down one by one, falling in a soft patter, pure tears filled with sorrow.

Kotobuki Toru has seen many people cry for all sorts of reasons.

Some people cried tears of joy when they called their families to share the good news of finding jobs at the Kotobuki Foundation; others cried with regret after being taken away by the disciplinary committee for their crimes.

But it is extremely rare to see Fei Tu Hu Po pursing her lips while crying with tears streaming down her face.

Reason prevented her from crying, but she was crying from the inside out... Pearl-like tears fell to the ground and shattered, the scent of sorrow spreading like incense smoke, instantly filling every corner of the room. The girl's sobs were soft, yet heavy, like the seawater during a deep dive, slowly suffocating her.

Kotobuki Toru had seen such weeping before... The last time was in a cold, rainy summer when his father knelt before his grandmother's coffin... The tears were silent and heavy.

And that time... it was also the first time that the still young Kotobuki understood the meaning of the word "farewell".

This moment is just like that moment.

"If you and I were just good friends... good buddies, I could easily beg you to find me a job where I don't have to work, fawn over you, drive me around in your luxury car, let you drive me to the most expensive restaurants, and order a whole table full of meat..."

Fei Tu Hu Po gripped the railing of the hospital bed, her shoulders trembling uncontrollably. "Because the friendship between friends is... able to transcend class and family background."

"Then you can do it now too..."

"Can't……"

Fei Tu Hu Po raised her head, her eyes reddening, her poignant beauty heartbreaking: "You and I... we can't be friends..."

"How can we not be friends? Aren't we friends now?"

"It hasn't been like that for a long time... ever since I finally realized... that I liked you!"

It's no longer true.