The way Uma Musume looks at me is so scary!

"Central Tressen sent me to invite you to join us."

"I reject."

Faced with Xiu Xingmeng's unwavering refusal, Xiao Limao was not surprised at all. She nodded in agreement.

"With your level of expertise, there's really no need for you to come to Central Tressen. It's good to be able to stay with your friends in Kasamatsu."

Seeing that Xiao Limao didn't continue to persuade her, Xiu Xingmeng asked with some confusion.

"So, is that the end of the business?"

"The adults have finished their business. Now I want to talk to you about the important matter of Uma Musume."

"This field must be used with caution."

As expected of Little Chestnut Hat, she didn't mince words or beat around the bush; she directly uttered a sentence that shocked Xiu Xingmeng.

Xiu Xingmeng remained silent for a moment before responding.

"Because the consumption was too high, is that right?"

Xiao Lima nodded. She had watched the competition on TV and realized that since they both shared the same interests and reached a consensus, there was no need to beat around the bush; they could just say it directly.

"That's right. A female horse's career is limited. Once she exceeds a certain threshold, she will have to retire from racing due to injuries or other reasons."

"Tama is actually a very delicate racehorse girl, as can be seen from her height. She used her domain too many times in order to win the Tenko Shonen consecutive championship, so she retired at Arima Kinen."

As she spoke, Oguri pointed with her thumb to the Tamamo Cross beside her.

Upon hearing this, Tamamo Cross couldn't stop the swastika symbol from popping up on her forehead, and she waved her shovel in protest.

"What do you mean you can tell from their height? There's something in your words, you bastard!"

But Little Chestnut Hat ignored her and instead spoke seriously to Embroidery Star Dream.

"I was the same. In the latter half of my career, I suffered one defeat after another due to physical reasons, which even made me think that I was not suited for running."

"Back then, the newspapers were saying that I, the Cinderella from Kasamatsu, had lost my magic and turned into an ordinary little chestnut hat."

As he spoke, Little Chestnut Hat unconsciously revealed a warm smile.

"But I still have Kasamatsu, and so many friends supporting me, which is why I was able to achieve a perfect ending and win the final Arima No. 1.

Listening to the characters in the story explain their fields based on their own experiences, Xiu Xingmeng's thoughts began to wander.

If Oguri Roman were here right now, he would probably be too excited to speak.

"This is the main point I wanted to make, and it can be considered as some experience from someone who has gone through it."

"Although this guy seems dull and unreliable, I can testify that everything she said about the domain is true."

After Oguri Hat finished speaking, Tamamo Cross echoed in agreement.

Embroidered Star Dream is the first regional racehorse girl to achieve such success in the central region since the Generation of Miracles, making her, in a sense, their successor.

As veterans on the field, they naturally do not want the pain they experienced to be repeated on their juniors.

Therefore, he sincerely advised Xiu Xingmeng, hoping that she could use her field more carefully to prolong her career.

Upon hearing the advice from the Generation of Miracles, Xiu Xingmeng remained silent for a while before continuing, but instead of responding directly, she brought up another topic.

"Speaking of which match is the most memorable for you on the field?"

Oguri Hat and Tamamo Cross didn't think much of it and began to ponder, stroking their chins.

"Is it Tenshun or Tenshu? Or Takarazuka? That Japan Cup match was a real pity, and so was the last match against Oguri with Arima."

"For me, I really couldn't give up those two Arima races, and other races are also very important."

They pondered for a long time before finally saying helplessly.

"We really can't think of anything."

"me too."

"Whether or not they are elected, the desire to win is real."

Seeing the two people so conflicted by her words, Xiu Xingmeng smiled and said to them.

"Me too. Activating the domain consumes a lot of resources, but there are some matches where you can't win without activating the domain, right?"

"For example, Tamamo-no-Mae's consecutive wins in the Tenno Shonen-shu and the two Arima-no-Mae matches. These were matches that I had to win no matter what, and that I wanted to win."

Xiu Xingmeng placed her hand on her chest and said softly.

"For me, the upcoming Japanese derby is that kind of match. No matter the cost, I have to win."

"so--"

Hearing this, Oguri Hat and Tamamo Cross could feel the will of Hidehoshi Yume. As fellow horse girls on the field, they could certainly understand what it meant to have a competition that Hidehoshi Yume was talking about, where defeat was absolutely not an option.

Then, Tamamo Cross waved to her and said.

"Alright, no need to say anything. We both know what you're trying to say."

"Actually, we're not saying you absolutely shouldn't use the domain, but it's best to be a little more restrained. After all, it's not easy to finally have another racehorse girl who's come from the countryside to the central region."

"me too."

Seeing that Oguri Hat echoed this sentiment again, Tamamo Cross gently tapped her head and said.

"Don't just agree with me like that! You were the one who brought up the main topic, why do I have to say all that for you? What's the point of this?"

"Xiaoyu is quite talented in writing."

Looking at the expressionless face of Oguri Hat, Tamamo Cross could only sigh helplessly and waved to Xiuxing Meng.

"This guy is just so dull."

"I never imagined that someone like her and me would be given such an impressive title as the Generation of Miracles."

As she spoke, Tamamo Cross extended a fist towards Xiuxingmeng and said with a smile.

"Therefore, you, who are now more mature than we were back then, will definitely achieve results that surpass ours!"

"One day your name will surpass the Generation of Miracles. Start creating your own legend in this generation now."

Before coming here, I was hoping that Tamamo Cross would atone for my sins, but I was unexpectedly inspired by Tamamo Cross.

Xiu Xingmeng, somewhat at a loss, reached out her hand and touched Tamamo Cross's fist.

"I will!"

Just then, a pair of fists poked Xiu Xingmeng in the waist.

She turned her head and saw that it was Little Chestnut Hat who was looking at her with sparkling eyes, raising her fist. She seemed to think that this fistfight was cool and wanted to try it herself.

Xiu Xingmeng naturally didn't object, and she bumped fists with Xiao Limao.

"We regretfully missed this once-in-a-lifetime classic triple crown match back then, so I hope you won't have any regrets there either."

"We'll be there to watch the Japanese derby."

Xiu Xingmeng responded with a smile as well.

"Then just watch my victory!"

Chapter Ninety-Five Retainers

Xiu Xingmeng originally intended to leave with Xiao Limao, but she seemed to regain her appetite while eating, so she simply stayed at Tamamo Cross's shop and ate some more. When she said goodbye to them, Xiu Xingmeng seemed to see cold sweat on Tamamo Cross's head.

Wish her good luck.

Xiu Xingmeng silently prayed for Tamamo Cross in her heart.

After walking for a while outside the store, Xiu Xingmeng stopped. She looked around at the bustling crowd with a blank expression, not knowing where to go.

She's almost finished filming the interviews and commercials these past few days, and she's already bought her train ticket back to Kasamatsu. Actually, there's not much to do in Tokyo, but since she's finally out and about, she doesn't want to go back to her dorm so soon to kill time.

So where should we go?

Xiu Xingmeng stroked her chin thoughtfully. She quickly remembered that Minamino Sumire and the others seemed to really like the novelties of the city. During their time off, they would occasionally take the train to Gifu to play.

Why don't we just bring them some Tokyo specialties, like cosmetics and magazines that we can't buy in Kasamatsu?

Having set her sights on the goal, Xiu Xingmeng was full of fighting spirit and about to set off, but before she could take her second step, she suddenly realized that she had absolutely no idea where to buy this kind of thing.

In the real world, Xiu Xingmeng doesn't have the spare money to pay attention to these things. In the first scenario world, the Holy King's Halo and Yongwu would occasionally bring Xiu Xingmeng some small gifts that looked expensive, but she herself never looked into them.

Now that things have come to this, I can't even bring myself to say that after living in Tokyo for so long, I don't even know where to buy cosmetics.

Just as Xiu Xingmeng was about to take out her phone to search on the spot, a familiar voice rang out behind her.

"What are you doing here?"

Judging from the assertive tone, Xiu Xingmeng knew who it was even before she turned around. Among all the people she knew, there was only one who would speak in such a tone.

Turning around, it was indeed the master of gold.

Today, the goldsmith was wearing an exquisite red suit, but instead of wearing the coat, she draped it over her shoulders, revealing a light gray shirt and gold jewelry pinned to her waistband.

Before Xiu Xingmeng could respond, the Gold Master looked her up and down and said with some annoyance for some reason.

"You're going out like this?!"

Upon hearing this, Xiu Xingmeng subconsciously lowered her head and realized that she was wearing a black and white tracksuit that she had brought from Kasamatsu. Although it looked a bit old, it was not stained or torn, so there should be no problem.

Without thinking much, she answered instinctively.

Is there a problem with this?

Seeing Xiu Xingmeng's innocent expression, the Golden Master seemed to have heard something unbelievable. She frowned and, without saying a word, pulled Xiu Xingmeng away.

Xiu Xingmeng instinctively tried to shake off her hand.

After all, although she was always being dragged along, the previous people she was with were either the Holy King's halo or Little Chestnut Hat. One was her older sister in the script world, and the other was a legend she had heard of before. Although Xiu Xingmeng would be startled, she would not resist.

But what stance should the Golden Master take in pulling Xiu Xingmeng along? They had only met once, and they met from the perspective of competitors and enemies.

If it weren't for this chance encounter, their next meeting would have been at the Japanese derby.

What reason would Xiuxingmeng have to follow the Gold Master without knowing the destination?

However, just as Xiu Xing was about to firmly refuse the Golden Master, her intuition suddenly sensed something was amiss.

The Gold Master's tone and actions seemed as assertive as ever, but Xiu Xingmeng inexplicably felt that they contained two different emotions.

If the previous master craftsman possessed a kingly arrogance, his domineering tone sounding like he was issuing commands to a subject, then the master craftsman now pulling Xiu Xingmeng along gave her a strange feeling of facing a golden ship. It was like a child who likes to be spoiled subconsciously acting willfully towards someone close to them.

But why?

Why would the Gold Master give her this feeling? Even if her mind had returned to the past in these few short days, why would she regard her as someone close to her?

With this question in mind, Xiu Xingmeng did not immediately let go of the gold master's hand, but instead tried to speak to her in a gentle tone as if she were talking to a child.

"I don't know what you're going to do, but I'm also going to bring back some Tokyo specialties for my friends, so you'd better hurry up if you need anything."

Upon hearing Xiu Xingmeng's words, the Gold Master responded without turning his head.

What are you going to bring them?

"Eh, cosmetics and Uma Musume Girls gear magazines, maybe I should also bring a couple of robot models?"

"understood."

Know what?

Before Xiu Xingmeng could even ask, she found herself unknowingly led by the Gold Master to a sophisticated-looking store. A middle-aged woman dressed elegantly approached them respectfully.

"Miss Master Craftsman?"

“Give this guy an outfit that matches her level.”

Before Xiu Xingmeng could react, the Gold Master tossed her to the woman in front of her, who then looked Xiu Xingmeng up and down with the glasses hanging from her chest.

"You must be Miss Xiu Xingmeng."

Faced with her gaze that seemed to see right through her, Xiu Xingmeng forced a smile and replied helplessly.

"Sometimes I really wish I wasn't like that, like right now."

"You're so funny."

"People who are popular with children must have a sense of humor, right? Won't your overly respectful attitude make her think you're a boring adult?"

The exquisite clothes worn by the Golden Master indicate that she has her own understanding of fashion. With such a woman bringing Xiu Xingmeng to this store, Xiu Xingmeng suspects that this middle-aged woman is not just an employee of the Golden Family.

Judging from the Gold Master's familiarity with this place, she must have had extensive contact with him.