The official celebration banquet held by the academy for Myriad Dreams was bustling with activity.
Almost all the Uma Musume and Trainers from the entire academy were present.
The atmosphere was more formal than the Gold Family Banquet in Paris, yet it was also filled with blessings and joy from colleagues.
Dream finally managed to temporarily escape another round of congratulations and photos.
As she was holding a glass of juice, trying to catch her breath, she saw her two mothers, Brilliant Radiance and Swift Stride, walk through the crowd, approaching her with faces full of relief.
"Dreams-chan!" Brilliant Radiance was the first to step forward, giving her daughter a big hug, her eyes once again a little moist.
"Mama is so happy, so proud of you! My daughter, you've truly achieved something great!"
Swift Stride also patted Dream's shoulder firmly, her eyes full of pride: "Well done, Dreams! The Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, that's a stage we never even dared to dream of back then!"
Brilliant Radiance released her embrace, wiped her eyes, and a look of remembrance appeared on her face, her tone carrying a hint of small pride and emotion.
"Back in the day, your Mama here won the Sekiya Kinen (G3)! It was quite a glorious time!"
She seemed to transform back into the young girl who once galloped on the racetrack.
Swift Stride, hearing this, lightly coughed, subtly raised her chin, and stepped forward with an expression that said "it's my turn."
Her tone was steady but couldn't hide a trace of pride: "Hmm... as for me, I was a little bit better."
"Not only did I win the March Stakes (G3), but I also took home a New Zealand Trophy, which was a G2 race."
She specifically emphasized "G2 race," glancing at Brilliant Radiance with a hint of good-natured comparison.
Brilliant Radiance looked at her partner's demeanor and couldn't help but laugh, shaking her head helplessly.
She gently nudged her with her elbow: "Alright, alright~ I get it, I get it, our Stride is the best, she won a G2 race after all!"
Her tone was full of affectionate teasing.
Myriad Dreams felt a warm current surge through her heart as she watched her two mothers compete over their past achievements like little girls.
She knew that her mothers were sharing her joy in this way, and also telling her that they understood the hardships and glory of this path.
After their playful banter, Brilliant Radiance's expression became a little more serious.
She looked at Dreams, her eyes filled with concern and anticipation.
"Dreams-chan, I heard that next year... you plan to participate in the domestic Classic Triple Crown, is that right?"
Myriad Dreams nodded, replying: "Yes, Mama, that's right."
"I had originally planned to challenge it this year, but because I was sent to participate in the American Dirt Triple Crown, it was delayed. Next year, I want to formally challenge the Triple Crown."
Swift Stride stepped forward, gently placing her hands on Dreams's shoulders, looking at her with incredibly firm eyes: "It's alright, Dreams."
"This year's expedition was a valuable experience, it made you stronger. With your current strength, the Triple Crown will definitely be no problem! Mama believes in you, you must win!"
Besides encouragement, her tone seemed to hide a deeper emotion.
She paused, her voice dropping slightly, carrying a hint of distant regret: "Back then... I lost in the Wakaba Stakes, the Oka Sho prep race, by just a little bit, and ultimately failed to qualify for the Triple Tiara. This has always been a small regret in my heart."
She looked at her daughter, who had surpassed her, her eyes filled with infinite hope.
"Dreams, you must do your best. Together with Mama's regret, strive to achieve that supreme glory!"
Listening to her mother's past and her earnest wish, Myriad Dreams felt the responsibility on her shoulders grow heavier, but the determination in her heart burned even more fiercely.
She nodded solemnly, her eyes clear and firm:
"Yes! I understand, Mama. I will work hard for your share too. The Triple Crown races... I will definitely win them!"
Two generations of Uma Musume, different eras, different racetracks, yet at this moment, their hearts were closely connected by dreams and heritage.