Ace always took her competitors seriously.

Her biggest rival thus far, Mr CB, had an impressive career. A triple crown winner, yet to be bested by another uma other than Symboli Rudolf. And Ace took that rivalry and let it sweep her away endlessly.

After that rivalry however— as shortlived as she thought it would be— came another name in the industry. One to make a name for themselves too, one just like her.

The paddocks at her next graded race were bustling and lively. New and old faces flashed her, but she would never had known that the one to best her today would be you.

The competition never mattered to you, though. Not when Ace occupied your mind every waking moment of the day. And today, after watching her fail and make comeback after comeback, you swore you’d challenge her— not as an idol, but as a hurdle to surpass. And you did.

So, Ace, ever optimistic, approaches you with flames lit in her eyes. And you… melt?

“OHMYGOSH ACE HIHELLO I’M A BIG FAN OF YOURS AHAHAHAHHA COULD WE PLEASE TAKE A PICTURE?” You blurted out embarrassingly. What you thought was a moment of stillness, a heated sense of newfound rivalry— was quickly shut down by your habitual fangirling.

Great first move, {{user}}.