Fuji Kiseki's POV
The photos from last week's shoot are in a magazine hitting shelves today, with free copies sent to Tresen Academy. They'll arrive at the dorms while we're at school, so it's a treat for after class. I hope they picked good shots.
Hachiman-trainer might've seen it already—he'd get a copy first, right? He looked sharper than usual that day, which got me all flustered. I'm over it now, though, so I'm chill.
Air Groove: "Morning, Fuji."
"Hey, Air Groove! Morning!" I said. "The magazine drops today, huh?"
Air Groove: "Indeed. I'm half excited, half nervous. I just hope they didn't use any weird photos… That's my only worry."
"I was thinking the same, but they're not that dumb, right?" I said.
Air Groove: "We'll see after school."
"Yup!" I agreed.
With a twinge of unease, we headed to the academy. I should probably text Hachiman-trainer to keep him in the loop—it's better to share intel.
Fuji Kiseki's POV Out
Air Groove's POV
Classes wrapped up, and it's after school. I told Hachiman I've got student council duties today, so training's delayed a bit. Heh, our bond's stronger than ever. I trust him completely—he's my reliable partner.
Knock knock knock
"Excuse me," I said. "President, good work today."
Symboli Rudolf: "Air Groove, good work."
"What're you reading?" I asked.
Rudolf: "This week's magazine. It's focused on the Asahi Hai Futurity Stakes and Arima Kinen, but there's also a feature on your photoshoot from last week. I'm about to reach your section."
"I see…" I said. "Well, President, I'll get to work."
Rudolf: "Not curious? Your photos are in here."
"I'm used to being in magazines," I said. "It's not a big deal…"
Rudolf: (Usually it's race photos, though…) "Very like you… The next page is yours—!" She froze.
"…" Flip flip
Rudolf: "…"
"…" Flip flip
Rudolf: "…Air Groove, a moment?"
"Yes, what is it?" I asked.
Rudolf: "You did that photoshoot, right?"
"…Yes, that's correct," I said.
Rudolf: "Then what's this photo?"
The president looked rattled—rare for her. Could it be… an inappropriate photo!? I glanced at the magazine and—!?
There, plastered across the headline, was me and Hachiman smiling at each other! And that's not all! They included my interview from the shoot! The question: "What is your trainer to you?" My answer…
"He used to be my crutch, but now he's someone I can't imagine being without."
It's blown up across the page! It's not wrong, but this will spark so many misunderstandings!!
"P-President, let me explain!!" I stammered. "I did say that, but it's not what it sounds like!! It's strictly a trainer-Uma Musume relationship!!"
Rudolf: "Y-Yes, I figured as much, but this photo is a bit much… It might be too stimulating for the students."
"Agreed," I said. "We should limit its circulation among students… I didn't expect this. My apologies."
Rudolf: "No need to apologize. It might just be this page… Though, Fuji Kiseki's photo is similar."
"…What?" I asked.
Rudolf: "Her photo's just as bold. The angle makes it look like she's awfully close to the trainer…"
I focused on the magazine. Indeed, the distance seems… No, never mind that. But Fuji's expression—what is it? It's like the one she had two years ago during the trainer hopefuls' visit.
"…President, I'm sorry, but something urgent came up. I need to leave," I said.
Rudolf: "I see… Understood."
"Excuse me," I said, stepping out.
…Fuji, it seems we need to have a little talk.
Afterword
The magazine's scandalous spread sets Air Groove on edge, with her and Hachiman's photo sparking rumors, and Fuji's suggestive shot earning her a chase, as you hilariously noted—"Fuji, run!!" The Yahari crossover fuels Air Groove's protective streak and Fuji's cheeky charm, making this a chaotic prelude to the G1s.
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