Kagura, completely focused on her own running on the Racecourse, didn't think that much. She constantly tried various potentially problematic handling methods. Her zigzagging on the Racecourse that afternoon was also due to intentionally testing for errors on the Racecourse.
If she encountered something she couldn't handle herself, she would proactively consult Eclipse. Her purpose in changing clothes and coming out was precisely to be able to communicate with Eclipse at any time. Of course, this process would not produce any sound; to outsiders, Kagura was just training silently on the Racecourse alone.
"That child should participate in the 1600-meter race. As for stamina, as long as she doesn't sprint excessively, it shouldn't be a problem. You organize what I've said. As long as she's willing to work hard, that child should be able to get in shape within a week."
Eclipse's light voice came from Kagura's ear. It felt like Eclipse seemed to like speaking close to people's ears; every time, Kagura's ears would itch from her breath.
'Yes, tomorrow I should start pulling her into training, while I still have vacation.'
Before Excellent Quality found a Trainer, Kagura decided to temporarily act as a half-baked Trainer herself. As long as Soshi could achieve good results in the selection race, there would definitely be no shortage of Trainers looking for her. Asking Tojo Hana to help recommend Excellent Quality to her colleagues would also give her more confidence.
'Today's progress is almost done. Tomorrow, I'll go find Gold Ship first and ask her to help make a graphic guide.'
Estimating that the points to pay attention to were almost handled, Kagura was also ready to rest and return to the dormitory. Kagura could handle a simple document herself, but ever since she discovered, while writing a guide last time, that Gold Ship, this clever little imp, knew graphic design and document typesetting at a young age, Kagura decisively decided to entrust this job to Gold Ship. Gold Ship also accepted generously, only asking Kagura to keep a backup of the guide for her, and to treat her to a meal as a reward.
'Speaking of which, what are the Chairwoman and Trainer Tojo doing sitting in the stands so late at night? They've been sitting there motionless until now... If they're not chatting, are they watching me test for errors?'
As for Tojo Hana and Akikawa Yayoi, who were squatting in the back rows of the stands, Kagura actually noticed them sitting there as soon as she arrived. She just thought that the two of them must have something to discuss to be sitting there so late at night, so she didn't disturb them.
"Don't worry too much about it. Those adults of theirs must have something to talk about to sit there for so long. Ignore them, hurry up and drag your family's young lady back to sleep, then you also hurry back to take a shower and sleep. Get enough sleep, and tomorrow you'll go catch Soshi for training!"
'That's right, I heard that the young lady was swamped with student dormitory rearrangement issues today. I wonder if she's finished yet.'
Kagura gave up the idea of going over to ask and left directly from the entrance of the Track she had used to come in... By the time Kagura finished with Rudolph Symbol's matters and returned to the dormitory, it was already close to curfew. The dormitory head was already used to Kagura returning late every night, only reminding Kagura to pay attention to rest and saying nothing more.
Returning to her dormitory door, Kagura took out her key and opened the door. She found that the light in her dormitory was on. She always had the habit of turning off the lights when leaving, and the dormitory light would never be on when she left. She looked inside curiously—
"Uh..."
She saw a blue-haired Uma Musume whom she had seen at Mejiro Family a few days ago. The other party was only wrapped in a bath towel, not knowing if she was about to take a bath or had just come out of one. The other party was also looking at her, then smiled at her.
Feeling that her way of opening the door might be wrong, Kagura stepped back two paces and looked up at the dormitory door number, but the number on it accurately told her that this was her dormitory.
"Uh... Miss Al Dan? Why are you in my room?"
After confirming she hadn't gone to the wrong place, Kagura asked.
"Good evening, Kagura. I'm here... because there were originally two people in this dormitory."
"So Miss Al Dan is the Roommate who hasn't returned all this time!?"
Kagura was completely stunned. Remembering the seemingly high-class cake she had received earlier, plus the bed that was neatly made when she first arrived, it indeed fit Mejiro Al Dan's characteristics.
"Yes, originally the school was going to transfer me to the Miho Dorm because I hadn't returned for too long, but after Old Mejiro found out where I lived today, she explained the situation to the school and had them revoke that decision."
"So the young lady was busy with your matters today..."
"Mm~ That's pretty much it. From now on, please take care of me too, Kagura."
"Miss Al Dan, you should put your clothes on before you speak!"
Seeing Al Dan about to bow to her, Kagura quickly turned her face away and reminded her, raising her voice slightly.
Although they were both girls, Kagura didn't mind these things, but considering that the other party was a young lady, it was really impolite for her to see her completely naked... "Phew~ I'm exhausted..."
After showering, Kagura, dressed in her pajamas, comfortably lay down on her bed, sitting up to stretch with a big yawn.
"Kagura, are you working today? I heard President Rudolph say you were supposed to be off today?"
Al Dan, sitting on her own bed, looked at Kagura curiously. Regarding her Roommate, Al Dan only had the impression that she had been rescued by her not long ago, and that her domestic skills and running ability were extraordinarily strong. This adorable Little Horse Girl greatly interested her.
"I am indeed on holiday; I just found some things to do and ran a few laps on the Track. It's not my official job."
"Eh... Kagura is really self-disciplined. She even trains herself during her break..."
Al Dan felt that Kagura's powerful strength must be related to her self-discipline. While she admired her, she also felt very envious. She also wanted to be self-disciplined, but she didn't have the physical conditions for it.
"It's not really training... Never mind, Miss Al Dan, if you understand it that way, it's fine. Your Old Mejiro asked me to take good care of you. I originally wanted to ask where you lived, but I didn't expect you to be my Roommate..."
"Hehe~ Life is always full of such coincidences and surprises. Since Kagura has accepted Old Mejiro's request, how do you plan to look after me?"
Al Dan, sitting, bent down and supported her cheeks with both hands, smiling as she looked at Kagura.
"Just don't mess around, and I won't stop you from running, Miss Al Dan. But you must tell me before you go, and don't go out in the scorching sun like that day."
Although Al Dan was fragile, everyday activities like running a bit were still possible. This was information Kagura got from Old Mejiro, so she didn't plan to restrict her too much. As long as Al Dan didn't do anything dangerous or exciting, she would pretend not to see it.
"Oh? Is that all?"
"If I'm too strict, Miss Al Dan will be unhappy, right? Besides, I'm not Miss Al Dan's parent, and I don't have the right to restrict your freedom like that."
After speaking, Kagura turned to the side, picked up her phone, checked the time, and replied to Old Mejiro with a text message saying she had already met Al Dan.
"It's already past eleven. Miss Al Dan, aren't you going to rest? It's not good for your body to stay up late."
Seeing Al Dan still sitting there, looking at her curiously, Kagura still asked if she wanted to rest. If Al Dan didn't sleep, she would have to get her eye mask.
"Hmm, I'll turn off the light. I usually go to bed very early, but today I haven't been back to the dorm in a long time, so I'm a bit excited."
"Alright then... goodnight?"
"Goodnight, Kagura."
The lights in the dorm went out. Kagura heard Al Dan's footsteps, but she didn't immediately return to her bed; instead, she leaned against Kagura's bed.
"What's wrong? Is there anything else, Miss Al Dan?"
"...Nothing."
"It's better to go to bed early."
Kagura didn't turn to look at Al Dan behind her. She felt Al Dan crouched by her bed for a moment before returning to her own bed, and then she heard the sound of Al Dan burrowing under the covers.
'What a strange young lady...'
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