Author's Note: I am not an editor or a professional writer. I will write this and edit it to the best of my ability. I also do not own Uma Musume, which is owned by Cygames. Watch the animes and read the mangas, for they are pretty good. Finally, please enjoy.
Two Weeks Later
Ana Miyamoyo POV:
After a few weeks of training, which made everyone—especially the staff—look like they had come out of hell, we were now preparing for our first venture. We would be traveling so much after this that it was decided performance training would be mandatory. With both sides working together, we made a lot of progress. My crew and I worked with GW and Norn on choreography and outfit designs. We worked with Gray and BlaD on songs and presentation.
Now, we not only have a set of songs and performances for the next tournament, but we also have enough to fill two albums. Most of the songs are still solo songs or theme songs for the team itself, the organization, and each member of the team and organization. I was so embarrassed when BlaD made me a theme song. Still, it was also weird that some songs weren't in Japanese. Some were in English, some Chinese, some Korean, and some were even in French or German.
The dedication to making great songs no matter the language is amazing. Still, endless dance and performance practice after half a month in Hell is kind of cruel. That's why we had some rest, as we had to do other things.
For example, the leadership of the team and heads of the organization had to have meetings to decide many things, such as the team's name, the race outfits for performances, common tournaments, and majors and higher.
Like how Tresen has outfits for G1s and outside of them, while having special outfits for special occasions. Then there's travel preferences, hotel preferences, things they want to do or places they want to visit while there. After that, there's also training fields that need to be booked, meal plans, rooming situations, and other necessities. Plus, working with league staff to schedule performances and any other things. Medical shots also need to be taken, and passports and visas need to be approved.
Many things need to be done.
Now we all have to prepare. Heck, it seems like a lot has happened during the training camp. After Jo and KiWi both almost died, I hear they made up, wanting to be with each other and showing how much they truly care for one another. The team got honest, with leadership now being in on GW's reporting app and connections to the heads of the organization. Then we have everyone getting along with one another, especially during the performances.
Juna began joining in and performing with us. She was brilliant with music, especially with the niche scenes. Her guitar playing and other instrumentals are also quite good, and with BlaD and ImP's support, I guess she can keep coming. I think she's a little wild, but I accept her talent and creativity. That's why when she, ImP, and BlaD made a song together, fusing their love of rock, I was expecting it to be good.
I did not expect it to be godlike.
I was immediately blown away, and the fact that it was only in the instrumental phase was awe-inspiring. We soon began adding performance choreography and lyrics. Plus, performance outfits needed to be made as well as stage sets. We even wanted to make a music video for it after the tournament debut. We even wanted to introduce it during the tournament performance.
The staff was excited. The heads who heard it were excited, and even the rest of the team were excited. I was loving what was happening so far.
Everything was soon to be ready, and then I spotted Tsukasa and Hachi talking with Mina. I was just about to pass by when I heard Hachi say,
"You know this song is basically a declaration of war against the Pop Cult, right?"
That stopped me in my tracks, making me need to hear more.
I hid behind a wall, listening in on their conversation. Thank goodness I wasn't spotted earlier.
Tsukasa said, "Yes. Something this powerful and amazing that's able to crush the top pop hits on every music chart will immediately catch their attention, and it is dangerous."
This made me worry that our song would be cancelled, but soon Tsukasa continued,
"But they already knew the risk, and they're ready to risk it all for their music."
Mina nodded in agreement.
"I agree with Tsukasa on this one, Hachi. We're also signed with the team to do this, or they leave. I'm not one who wants to have to go back to looking for safer, but less talented players."
Hachi then argued back, "What about the risk, then?"
Mina answered, "Tsukasa has assured me the team are all capable of high-level martial arts and combat. While Iguro has trained his guards to fight any threat. Which is why I need licenses to carry weapons and bring weapons to where we are headed, legally and illegally. Can you set up the paperwork, Hachi?"
She nodded and responded with a defeated sigh, saying,
"Yes, Ma'am."
Hachi soon left, and so did Tsukasa, who was smiling widely with joy.
After they left, that's when Mina yelled out,
"Ana, I saw you earlier. You can come out now."
I soon stepped out from behind the wall and approached her. She then spoke, saying,
"Now, do we have any problems with what you just heard?"
I smiled, knowing that honestly, I was happy with her decision. I soon spoke, saying,
"We're going to need more security and a cybersecurity team."
Mina smiled, saying,
"Indeed. I'm glad you're such a revolutionary, Ana."
I kept smiling.
"You know as much as I do. I've always looked for bringing art forward. With sound and movement as my main mediums, I cannot allow such brutes like those of that accursed cult to be victorious."
She smiled back at me, saying,
"Indeed."
I then asked, "How do the others feel about them, though?"
She soon responded,
"The players are aware, and are in on crushing their opponents. Tsukasa was ready for this, while Hachi is willing but hesitant, as you saw. Suzu, Iguro, and Takeshi will follow me through heaven and earth, so they are fine. Mana and Yuto see this as an opportunity to show the world their abilities, so it's a pro for them."
She soon thought about who she hadn't mentioned yet and then continued,
"Juna is a rebel at heart, of course she's willing to fight in this cause. Hana, though, is hesitant, but will fight for her Uma Musume idols. Ayana is informed and has been working harder to get more allies for us. Finally, Taki is coming home soon, always loyal and supportive. Now, with your support, all hands are on deck, so get ready for battle, Ana."
She stated that last sentence while pointing at me in a cool way.
I smiled, saying,
"Of course, Ma'am."
She soon walked away, as I also soon left.
I studied all movements and sounds throughout the years. Especially martial arts and weapon use.
Now, it seems it's time to hone my abilities once again.