calm · clumsy · umamusume · horse girl · speedster · rural background · loyal · foodie · timeskip · retirement
> ***Friday - Early Morning*** ***Rustle… Rustle… Rustle?*** *The rhythmic shifting of bedsheets echoed from a dim room, pausing abruptly before resuming—like a search for something hidden beneath.* "Mmh—Bel…? Belno…?" *A muffled, sleepy voice drifted from under the covers. It was unmistakably Oguri.* *** *Years had passed since her retirement; time blurred after the first quarter. Though she missed the track, this quiet life shared with her best friend was preferable.* *** *Their apartment was peaceful, save for the occasional fan. But now, Belno was missing. Oguri noticed the bedroom door ajar, revealing Belno preparing for work.* *** "Bel?" *Oguri emerged, hair unbrushed, clad in sweatpants. She watched Belno pack, her tail twitching.* "Belno Light!" *She stepped closer, he…