I Just Wanted a Quiet Life... So Why Am I an Uma Musume Trainer?! Chapter 139 138: Introductions and a Surprise

Air Groove's POV

["The ti has co again… The race that launched our global ambitions. Here at Tokyo's 2400m, the world's elite Uma Musu converge! Japan's champions aim to shine against the overseas titans! Soar to the world stage—the international G1 Japan Cup begins!!"]

Announcer: "Here we are, folks—the international G1 Japan Cup! Last year, Britain's Singspiel took the crown, with Japan's best finishing a heartbreaking nose behind in second. But this year, we're different! The [Empress] Air Groove storms the stage as the top favorite!"

Comntator: "Her Emperor's Cup run was stellar. At 2400m, she's got no issues. Let's see her carry that montum!"

Announcer: "In second place, we have Bubble Gum Fellow, who fell to Air Groove last race. After a lackluster 13th last year, we're hoping for a strong showing. And in third, Ireland's Pilsudski!"

Comntator: "Pilsudski could've easily been second. It's a close call, but her skill's undeniable."

Announcer: "And this year, we're honored to host legendary Uma Musu, here to cheer on the competitors with their storied presence at Tokyo Racecourse!"

I wasn't shocked, thanks to Secretariat-dono's heads-up yesterday, but this must've been a secret. The overseas contenders' eyes are wide with awe.

Announcer: "First up! After a fierce rivalry, she claid the 11th Arican Triple Crown, while her rival took silver in all three classics! Introducing the 11th Arican Triple Crown Uma Musu, Affird!"

Affird: "…Hello, everyone in Japan. My na is Affird. Nice to et you."

Announcer: "Next! An Irish Uma Musu who conquered the British Triple Crown—the fourth in history to do so undefeated! Ireland's hero, Nijinsky!"

Nijinsky: "Hey, guys! How you doing~? I'm super fine!!"

Announcer: "Third in line! Her prowess and pedigree are legendary! She battled on the world stage, winning the Arc de Triomphe against history's greatest field! Europe's mightiest, Britain's champion, Dancing Brave!"

Dancing Brave: "Good day, everyone. I'm Dancing Brave. Pleased to make your acquaintance."

Announcer: "And finally! Years ago, she stord this Japan Cup, claiming victory with a world record—a monuntal feat for Oceania! This year, she's here to cheer! New Zealand's hero, Horlicks!"

Horlicks: "I'm Horlicks. To everyone racing, do your best."

Announcer: "These are the world-renowned Uma Musu gracing us today!"

Indeed… their brief introductions alone convey their overwhelming strength.

Announcer: "And now, we've gathered all 14 Uma Musu and their trainers in the paddock for a special et-and-greet with these four legends!"

Hachiman: "Oi, I wondered why they dragged here, and this is why?"

Junior Trainer: "I-I feel so out of place!"

Hachiman: "Stand tall. You're the trainer of the second favorite. Don't show weakness."

Junior Trainer: "But these are the world's top Uma Musu and trainers! I'm intimidated!"

Air Groove: "I get it, but you're on this stage too. Don't do anything shaful."

Junior Trainer: "Y-Yes…"

We mingled with the international Uma Musu and greeted the four legends. As expected, my undefeated Triple Tiara and Hachiman's reputation have spread. [Empress] and [Clairvoyant] are already whispers abroad.

"Hachiman," I said, "is Secretariat-dono here? In the stands?"

"Normally, yeah," he said. "But with all these legends and what we heard yesterday? She's definitely coming with the Professor. I know how my ntors roll—'Hachiman~! I'm here!' …See?"

"…That's her," I said.

"Yup, my ntor's ntor, Man o' War," Hachiman said. "Kinda late to ntion, but despite not staying here long, her Japanese is surprisingly good."

Man o' War and Secretariat-dono entering the paddock together—either the organizers are in on it, or this is a genuine surprise.

Affird: "The legendary Big Reds!? Oi, let's go! We've gotta greet them properly!!"

Astalabad: "Y-Yes!!"

Affird and Astalabad rushed over, kneeling and bowing. When the announcer introduced the two, the crowd erupted. The top two Uma Musu in Arican racing history, standing before us—how could it not cause a frenzy? Other Uma Musu and trainers sward them, seeking handshakes and greetings. The flash of caras when Europe's mightiest, Dancing Brave, shook hands with Arica's best was blinding…

Man o' War: "Good grief, this isn't Arica… Nice to et you. I'm Man o' War. Hachiman's told about you."

Air Groove: "I'm Air Groove. It's an honor to et soone like you."

Man o' War: "Heh, I'd normally cheer for Arica, but I'm fonder of my grand-disciple's Uma Musu. I'm rooting for you."

Hachiman: "That's allowed?"

Secretariat: "Pointless, Hachiman. You know the Professor doesn't care about those norms."

Hachiman: "…Yeah, you're right."

Afterword

The Japan Cup ignites with a parade of legends—Affird, Nijinsky, Dancing Brave, Horlicks, and the surprise arrival of Man o' War alongside Secretariat. Air Groove stands tall as the Empress, her bond with Hachiman's Clairvoyant shining globally. The Yahari crossover fuels their dynamic as the world watches—can she seize victory? The Arican titans' entrance was a showstopper!

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