176: I can't wait any longer!

From the most basic leading of a horse and saddling up, to the precise steps of dressage, the judgment of takeoff timing in show jumping, and the rhythm control in endurance racing—all equestrian-related knowledge from ancient to modern times, both Chinese and foreign, became clear to her in an instant.

She could now clearly "sense" the horse's physical structure, knowing how to apply force to make the horse more comfortable, how to soothe a spooked horse, and how to establish a rapport through subtle movements.

It was as if she had been riding for decades, the instinct for getting along with horses having already merged into her blood.

Lei Jun subconsciously mimicked the motion of pulling the reins; the strength in her wrist and the posture of her fingers were incredibly precise, as if she were truly holding reins in her hands.

She looked down at her legs, and the correct riding posture immediately flashed in her mind—how the knees should apply pressure, how the body should rise and fall with the horse's gait. Everything was as clear as if she had seen it countless times with her own eyes.

"So amazing," Lei Jun marveled inwardly.

The system's skills had never let her down.

God-tier Horsemanship is great!

Being able to establish a mental link with horses too, great, great, great!

She was already impatient to find a horse to try it out, to experience the feeling of "oneness between rider and horse."

Just then, the system interface refreshed, and a new mission window popped up.

【Ding!】

【godly tycoon mission: Within one week, please experience three different high-end sports, such as equestrianism, golf, yachting, etc. Mission Reward: 5,000 godly tycoon coins.】

Lei Jun arched an eyebrow. What a coincidence!

Just after unlocking God-tier Horsemanship, a related mission arrived. This was practically delivering godly tycoon coins to her doorstep!

"High-end sports?" she mused. "Equestrianism can count as one, and I can just find the remaining two at my leisure."

Mm, not bad.

Experiencing new things was interesting in itself, and getting rewards for it—why not?

"Let's start with equestrianism and test the power of God-tier Horsemanship!"

Lei Jun immediately picked up her phone, opened a search app, and typed in "Shanghai high-end equestrian club."

A bunch of search results popped up. She scanned them quickly and was soon drawn to the "Royal Equestrian Club."

Clicking in to take a look, the introduction made it feel extraordinary.

The club was located at the foot of Qingshan Mountain on the outskirts of the city, surrounded by greenery. The environment was as quiet and elegant as a resort.

There were several types of arenas.

The standard dressage arena was paved with professional fiber sand, and the rails in the show jumping arena were made of imported materials.

There was also a wide endurance track winding along the foot of the mountain with excellent scenery.

The horses were even more top-tier, including Thoroughbreds and Warmbloods imported from Europe, as well as ponies suitable for beginners. Each horse had its own dedicated groom and veterinary team responsible for its daily care and training according to strict protocols.

The coaching team was also impressive, mostly former professional equestrian athletes who had won numerous domestic and international awards, and foreign coaches were available for booking.

It also offered great privacy.

"This is the one."

Lei Jun nodded with satisfaction. The environment was good, the horses were professional, and the service was high-end—it was a perfect match for her God-tier Horsemanship and met the requirements of the "high-end sports" mission.

She turned to look at Lin Xiaoya, who was tidying her backpack, and asked with a smile, "Xiaoya, tomorrow is the weekend. Do you want to go horse riding with me?"

Hearing this, Lin Xiaoya's eyes instantly lit up like stars.

"Yes! Of course!"

Horse riding!

She had wanted to go riding for a long time.

Lei Jun nodded and directly picked up her phone to dial the club's reservation number.

The call was quickly connected, and a receptionist's gentle and polite voice came through: "Hello, Royal Equestrian Club. How may I help you?"

"I'd like to reserve an arena and horses for tomorrow morning, for two people."

"Are you one of our members?"

"No, just a temporary experience."

"Understood. Temporary experiences require advance booking. We will arrange an exclusive arena and basic horses for you. Will you and your companion require a coach?"

"One person needs one."

Lei Jun answered directly.

She had the God-tier Horsemanship skill and didn't need coaching at all; instead, she wanted to properly feel the cooperation with the horse herself.

The receptionist paused for a moment, probably rarely encountering guests who came for a temporary experience but didn't want a coach, yet still responded politely.

"Alright, your reservation is successful. Tomorrow morning at ten o'clock, we will reserve an arena and horses for you, and staff will receive you then. May I have your surname?"

"Lei."

"Very well, Ms. Lei. The reservation is confirmed. We look forward to your visit."

After hanging up, Lin Xiaoya was so excited she started spinning in circles in the dorm.

"Sister Lei, this is great!"

"We can go riding tomorrow!"

"Should I look up some precautions for horse riding in advance? What if I fall off?"

"Don't be nervous. There will be a coach with you, nothing will happen," Lei Jun comforted her.

With her there, even if Lin Xiaoya really encountered any situation, she could react instantly... Early the next morning, Lei Jun was woken up by the sunlight outside the window.

She got up and finished washing, and when she went downstairs, she smelled a fragrance wafting from the kitchen.

Su Qing walked out of the kitchen wearing an apron, a smile on her face: "Miss, you're awake? Breakfast is ready, come and try it."

An exquisite breakfast was laid out on the dining table.

The whole wheat toast was toasted to be crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a thin layer of mashed avocado spread on top, topped with several slices of fresh lettuce and tomato.

The fried eggs were sunny-side up, with slightly crispy edges, and the yolks would flow out when bitten into.

Beside them was a glass of warm pure milk.

"I specifically made sunny-side up eggs for you, as you mentioned you liked them before."

Su Qing said while setting the tableware, her eyes full of attentiveness.

She remembered Lei Jun's tastes and would pay extra attention every time she cooked.

Lei Jun took a bite of the toast; the fragrance of the avocado mixed with the wheaty aroma of the toast, and the taste was very good.

The texture of the sunny-side up egg was even more excellent, with the delicacy of the yolk and the tenderness of the white complementing each other perfectly.

She nodded while eating: "The taste is very good, thank you for your hard work."

"It's no trouble, I'm glad you like it." Su Qing smiled with a face full of satisfaction.

After finishing breakfast, Lei Jun checked the time; it was almost time to set off.

She changed into a set of casual clothes convenient for movement: a white quick-dry T-shirt on top, black sports pants on the bottom, and a pair of comfortable sneakers on her feet. Her hair was simply tied into a low ponytail, revealing her slender neck, making her look capable and refreshed.

When she went out, Lin Xiaoya was already waiting at the entrance of the residential area.

She was wearing a pink tracksuit and carrying a small backpack, her face full of anticipation. Seeing Lei Jun, she immediately ran over.

"Sister Lei, you're here!"

"Let's go quickly, I can't wait anymore!"

Lei Ying drove them to the club. After more than an hour of driving, they finally arrived at the Royal Equestrian Club in the suburbs.

Upon entering the main gate, the wide driveway was lined with neat trees. In the distance were rolling green mountains, and the air was so fresh that one couldn't help but take a deep breath.

The club's main building was in a European style, with white walls and red tiles. At the door, staff members in uniform greeted them with an attitude that was respectful yet polite.