Little ones, have you ever felt a chill run down your spine, as if you've been plunged into an ice cave?
If not, then Air Groove and Narita Brian can responsibly tell you that they were feeling it right now. The moment Symboli Rudolf's words fell, they felt a coldness shoot up from their spines to their brains, and the source of it all was coming from Rudolf and T.M. Opera O.
Rudolf had been able to sit firmly in the president's chair for so many years not just because of her "undefeated Triple Crown" and "seven-time champion" achievements, which no other Uma Musume had yet accomplished. Her abilities in every aspect were exceptional. Raised as a family head since childhood, she was a born leader.
If Kitano Ryuichi were here, he would have a lot to say. He knew very well how Rudolf, after being screwed over by the former president Mr. C.B., had taken over the student council with no work experience, but within half a month, had managed it with masterful efficiency.
As the "Emperor," Rudolf was extremely adept at the "arts of a sovereign," a skill cultivated by the Symboli family. The current Rudolf had undoubtedly matured a lot. In the past, she could truly be called a "tyrant."
But at this moment, it was as if she had returned to a few years ago, to the time when she had just taken the president's seat, before she had shed the ferocity and pressure of her racing days. The oppressive force of a true "Horse King" was enough to make any Uma Musume feel immense pressure.
And this time, her hostility was blatant. She was pressuring Opera O, and holding nothing back. Even the old Rudolf had never shown such intense animosity.
For a moment, the atmosphere became exceptionally heavy. But, after a drop of cold sweat trickled down Opera O's cheek, she was surprisingly the first to break the silence.
"Hahahahahaha! As the Emperor says, even an existence like me, the Overlord, has never had retainers to devise strategies for me. And now, as a knight, I wish to win the favor of the Princess. What is so wrong with that?"
Opera O's words caused Rudolf's oppressive aura to diminish slightly. She discreetly wiped the sweat from her cheek. Although she only had a hazy sense of familiarity with Kitano, as someone who always followed her heart, she was still going to fight for it.
She had a premonition that Kitano was the one she had been looking for. That feeling of joy that rose from the bottom of her heart just by imagining herself standing by his side could not be false.
Love at first sight? A fate from a past life? It didn't matter to her. She only knew that the feeling of affection rising from her heart was definitely not fake. She wanted to stand with him, so no matter who stood in her way, she would not back down.
Although she also found Rudolf's current hostility towards her a bit strange, as if Rudolf desperately didn't want her to become Kitano's assigned Uma Musume...
But she wasn't one to just listen to whatever Rudolf said. This time, she would fight for her own right.
"Then may I ask the Emperor, if Uma Musume who have never had a trainer are not allowed to pursue their desired partner, does that not violate the rules of Tracen Academy?"
"—Do not speak to me of rules, Opera O."
However, her words made Rudolf's face darken even more. Her expression was enough to make some timid girls cry on the spot. She said, word by word:
"Do not be rude to the Central committee. And I am the student council president. I represent Tracen Academy, and I represent the Central committee."
"In other words, I am the rules. Do you understand?"
"..."
A tyrant! A pure tyrant! At this moment, Air Groove and Narita Brian were trembling as they looked at Rudolf, who was emanating a strange dark aura. They had never seen a president so shamelessly bullying.
This is pure hegemony! A reign of terror! President, wake up!
However, neither of them dared to step forward. Narita Brian was already terrified, curled up on the sofa like a cat, shivering. Air Groove felt guilty because she felt the President's words were not just for Opera O, but for them as well.
After all, she and Narita Brian had also secretly signed up for the selection race through this loophole. They had planned to compete just like Opera O. It was embarrassing to admit, but they had done it. Clearly, they agreed with Opera O's thinking.
Although they were all high school students, they had never had trainers. Therefore, to win a suitable trainer for themselves through this selection race, wasn't that completely within the rules?
The rules of Tracen Academy had never prevented a Uma Musume from choosing her own trainer. What was wrong with the president this time? Why was she suddenly so unreasonable?
Full of doubts, they looked at Rudolf. However, the next moment, they would understand why the Emperor was the Emperor. She didn't just use power to suppress people; she would also use reason to convince them afterwards.
"Tracen Academy indeed does not deprive a Uma Musume of the right to choose her trainer," Rudolf's expression did not soften, but her tone became more solemn.
"However, we must also consider the situation. This selection race has a large number of new students participating, accounting for ninety percent of the entrants."
"They are young and energetic, all hoping to win an excellent trainer for themselves through this race. You have also seen, as soon as the news was released, the training enthusiasm of the new students at Tracen has risen significantly. This is very helpful for our academy's new students."
"—But, if high school students participate, the nature of this selection race changes. High school students have rich racing experience. Once they enter the field, even the most ordinary one would be a crushing blow to a new student."
"At that time, this race will only become an internal duel among a few high school students—this is pouring cold water on the new students' enthusiasm. If we create similar events in the future, where is Tracen Academy's integrity? Where is the students' trust in the student council?"
"Therefore, high school students are absolutely not allowed to participate. This rule must be amended."
Rudolf laid out her reasons. Her words made the three girls, who had thought she was just going to use power, fall silent. They had to admit, she had a point.
The strength of high school students was undoubtedly a crushing blow to the new students. Once they entered, the final result would only be an internal fight among them. How was that different from fixing the winner? After all, while age didn't necessarily mean greater strength, racing experience alone was an insurmountable gap.
If they didn't want this race to become a festival for a few trainer-less high school students, then amending the rules now to prohibit their participation was the right choice. The enthusiasm of so many new students could not be extinguished.
"Truly irrefutable, Emperor."
After a moment of silence, Opera O showed a calm smile again. After a slight bow, she accepted this reasoning.
"But the Overlord is willing to comply. The revelry of young knights should not be intruded upon by us who are already mature. This is true fairness and justice—I am willing to accept."
However, the next moment, as she seemed to choose to compromise, she lifted her head slightly, her face still wearing a calm smile.
"But, please do not forget, this amended rule is truly effective. All high school students are not allowed to participate in this selection race."
"—This rule also applies to you, Emperor."
"...I know." A cold smile appeared on Rudolf's face. "Of course, I know."
"If there is nothing else, you may go back, Opera O. If there are any other rule changes needed, we will notify you."
"...Then, I shall take my leave."
Opera O bowed once more and gracefully left the office. Some time later, after her footsteps had faded away, Rudolf suddenly spoke again.
"Air Groove."
"Yes, President."
"—Go and get Tokai Teio. I have something to discuss with her."
Yes, I am also not allowed to participate. If it weren't for considering the academy's perspective, I would have entered the field myself, crushed all of you to a pulp, and then carried off my trainer.
But I am the president. I cannot act for my own selfish interests. Trainer-kun would not be happy with that either.
...But that doesn't mean I will let you foxes have him. I will close the distance between us step by step. You will have absolutely no room to interfere.
A stubborn dark light flickered in Rudolf's eyes. Thinking of her current plan, the corners of her mouth curved up even more.
Trainer-kun, you are mine. This time, I will not let you escape again.
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