The morning sun blazed brightly over the school field. Banners fluttered, students buzzed with excitement, and the air smelled faintly of grass and sunscreen.
The sisters stood together in their gym uniforms, tails twitching with anticipation.
Mika stretched dramatically, grinning from ear to ear. "Sports day, baby! I'm gonna win every single event!"
Nari rolled her eyes. "You'll trip before the first finish line."
Sayo tied her hair neatly, clipboard in hand. "This isn't just about winning. It's about teamwork, cooperation, and—"
"Victory snacks at the end!" Mika interrupted.
Yua clutched her water bottle, looking nervous. "…What if I mess up in front of everyone?"
Sayo smiled gently, patting her head. "Just do your best. That's enough."
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The Races Begin
First up was the 100-meter dash. Mika crouched at the starting line, tail swishing like a spring.
"On your mark… get set…" BANG!
She shot forward like a rocket, ears flat, tongue out in concentration. Her legs pumped furiously—
—and she tripped halfway, rolling across the track.
"Mika!!" her sisters shouted.
But Mika popped up, covered in dirt, still running. "I'M FINE! I'M STILL IN THIS!" She finished dead last but raised her arms like a champion.
The crowd roared with laughter and applause.
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Nari's Turn
Next was the long jump.
Nari stood at the line, cracking her knuckles. "Watch and learn."
She sprinted, launched herself into the air, and landed with a perfect jump, sand spraying everywhere.
The crowd gasped. She had beaten the record.
Mika cheered the loudest, waving her arms. "That's my sister!!!"
Nari smirked, trying to look cool, but her tail swished proudly.
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Sayo's Strength
For the tug-of-war, Sayo took charge as captain.
"Listen, everyone. On my count—pull together, steady, and—NOW!"
Her team pulled in perfect rhythm, dragging the rope inch by inch. With one final heave, they toppled the other side.
"Victory through strategy," Sayo said calmly, adjusting her glasses. But her flushed cheeks gave her away.
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Yua's Surprise
Finally, it was time for the relay race. Yua held the baton nervously, waiting for her turn.
"I… I can't do this…" she whispered.
But when Mika passed her the baton with a grin—"Go, Yua! Run like the wind!"—something sparked in her.
Yua's legs flew over the track, ears back, tail streaming behind her. The crowd gasped as the quietest sister sprinted faster than anyone expected.
She crossed the finish line, panting and red-faced, but smiling.
Her sisters mobbed her in a hug. "YUA!! That was amazing!"
"…I did it," she whispered, tears of joy in her eyes.
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Closing Ceremony
As the sun dipped low, medals were handed out and students celebrated. The sisters sat together on the grass, munching on popsicles.
Mika licked hers happily. "We didn't win everything, but we totally ruled today."
Nari smirked. "Speak for yourself. I did win."
Sayo chuckled. "What matters is that we had fun… and worked together."
Yua held her medal tightly, whispering, "…I'm glad I didn't give up."
The four sisters leaned against each other, tails brushing, as the field glowed golden in the evening light.
Their first sports day had been exhausting, hilarious, and unforgettable.