Vyn "Gentleman's Game"/Rewards

Story Summary

This story takes place in Year 1. Vyn is not yet in a relationship with the MC.

Vyn invites the main character to watch a polo match and go riding, and the two go to a tailoring shop to have a custom riding outfit made. The tailoring shop owner treats his previous customer with impatience and quotes a 6-month turnaround time, but he drastically changes his demeanor upon seeing Vyn, becoming respectful and promising to have the outfit completed within the week, which the MC makes note to ask him about. The next day, the MC takes a taxi to the polo grounds, but the taxi is late, and Vyn doesn't pick up his phone when she tries to let him know.

The main character arrives at the polo field and is surprised to find the reason she's having difficulty contacting Vyn is that he's one of the players in the match. Vyn explains that the match simply began early due to threat of rain, then he catches her up on the state of the match: it's halftime, and his team is behind. The MC thinks this isn't surprising given her impression of his athletic capability, but she tries to deny having this opinion of him when he guesses what she's thinking.

Having guessed the MC's estimation of his abilities, Vyn defiantly promises to win for her. As the match resumes, a woman in the stands teaches the MC more about polo, noting the other team is from the Kingdom of Svart and that there are members of the royalty among them. The second half ends with the score tied, and the game is extended as the big screen focuses on a conflict between Vyn and another player on the field.

Vyn clashes with a player named Ragnar, who calls Vyn "Vilhelm," sparking a conflict that hints at history between them. Ragnar is enraged to the point of attacking Vyn, causing the referee stops the match, and Vyn approaches the MC, lying to her about its cause when she asks if he's hurt.

The referee attempts to award Vyn's team the trophy for the match, but Vyn declines, not wishing to win the game in such a distasteful manner. A rematch is agreed to, and Svart performs poorly, leading to a victory for Vyn's team. After Vyn receives his congratulations, the two attempt to leave the field to go horseback riding, but Ragnar reignites the conflict from the field, challenging Vyn to a duel. Vyn ignores this until Ragnar insults the MC, then he accepts on the condition that Ragnar apologizes when he loses.

Vyn and Ragnar agree to a dressage competition. Vyn and the MC pretend to be frightened that Ragnar will fail to control his horse, and Ragnar takes his turn as Manfred plays the violin to satisfy the music requirement for the display while Vyn explains dressage to the MC and points out Ragnar's failings. During his turn, the MC plays the violin, and Vyn easily wins. Ragnar storms away, but Manfred apologizes on his behalf.

Vyn and the MC finally go horseback riding together, with Vyn having the MC sit side-saddle on his horse like a royal lady, until the rain that forced the polo match to begin early starts to fall. After she gets home, Vyn calls the MC and admits that Vilhelm had been his name before coming to Stellis, and that the players from the other team had been his classmates in the past but that they were not on good terms. The two make plans to go riding again soon.

Illustrations

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Text Messages

Text Message		Vyn: Training and Communication (After Story 3)

Text Message script

You: I heard that horses might be able to understand our language.

You: Dr. Richter, is that true?

Vyn: Horses are smart creatures. With proper training, they will be able to understand your commands.

Have you trained horses?

You: Dr. Richter, have you trained horses before?

Vyn: I have. Horses are very important partners in equestrian competitions.

Vyn: You can only win by having built a strong rapport with your horse.

Can you talk to horses?

You: Dr. Richter, can you talk to horses?

You: You know... guiding it with your voice... and communicating with it when training...

Vyn: You mean voice commands? Yes, I do employ that kind of method.

Vyn: Letting the horse get used to their master's voice is also a method of training.

Vyn: Are you interested in horse training?

I read a related article

You: I happened to read an article about it today.

You: It talked about ways of communicating with animals, so I was a bit curious.

Vyn: So, what you actually wish to know is... "How to interact with animals?"

Vyn: Hmm... Alright, let me first ask you a question.

Very interested

You: I'm very interested!

You: I'd like to learn how to communicate with animals too!

Vyn: Speaking of which, I just thought of another question.

Vyn: Do you think animals have feelings and emotions?

Animals have emotions!

You: Of course! I believe they have their own range of emotions.

You: Whether it be humans or animals, their genuine feelings are still one and the same!

Vyn: You are correct. You have to make use of that if you wish to communicate with animals.

Vyn: Express your emotions through your body language and voice. Then, change it into a command that the animal can understand.

Vyn: It is a process that requires a large amount of patience.

I'm not sure...

You: I'm not sure if animals have emotions...

You: But, I believe that they instinctively get closer to people that are friendly towards them!

Vyn: In terms of psychology, the expression of friendliness is also a process of building response.

Vyn: Through long periods of contact, the animals will grow to trust you after getting used to you.

Vyn: This is the most effective way of communicating with animals right now.

Vyn: I can teach you a few easy methods the next time we go to the horse ranch.

I want to learn

You: I'd like to learn it. Dr. Richter, can you teach it to me?

Vyn: Sure. It is not hard.

Vyn: With your talents, you may one day become an excellent horse trainer.

Will I be able to learn?

You: Will I be able to learn it?

Vyn: It is not a problem as long as I am around.

Vyn: If you would like to learn, I am willing to share with you everything I know.

Vyn: I look forward to the day when we ride side-by-side.

Text Message		Vyn: Daily Training (After Story 6)

Text Message script

Vyn: How are you feeling after resting for a night?

Vyn: Was horseback riding tiring?

Not tired at all

You: Not at all!

You: Exercising actually makes you more energetic!

Vyn: Looks like you are in pretty good shape.

Vyn: A lot of people feel fatigued the day after horseback riding.

Vyn: I rarely see anyone learn so quickly.

A little tiring

You: A little bit...

You: I'm still in bed...

Vyn: That is normal. You are still not used to it yet.

Vyn: You are a fast learner. Horseback riding is difficult.

Feels like my body's going to fall apart

You: I need to exercise more...

You: When I woke up, my entire body was hurting.

Vyn: That is normal.

Vyn: Horseback riding is difficult, because the rider is required to do many things at once.

Vyn: Not many people can learn it that quickly.

Thanks!

You: Really?

You: That gives me a lot of confidence!

Vyn: Of course. I mean it.

Vyn: I would never go against my own will to give out praise.

Are you trying to comfort me...

You: Dr. Richter, are you just trying to make me feel better...?

You: I was all over the place...

Vyn: Of course not.

Vyn: I meant everything I said. You are too hard on yourself.

Vyn: Did you like horseback riding? Would you like to go again?

I want to go again next time

You: It was very interesting. I feel like I was onto something.

You: I would love to go again if I had the chance to!

Vyn: Just let me know if you want to go.

Vyn: When you have the basics down, I can teach you a few simple equestrianism maneuvers.

Great!

You: That sounds great!

You: But, I'm quite busy lately, so we will have to wait till this case is finished.

Vyn: I was not mindful enough.

Let's not do Equestrianism...

You: Eh... Let's not do equestrianism...

You: It's already quite a feat for me to ride by myself and not fall off...

Vyn: I was not being mindful enough.

It was fun, but no

You: Horseback riding is very interesting, but I don't feel like it's my thing. Let's not go again.

Vyn: That is a shame. I was hoping to teach you how to dressage.

Vyn: This is still because I was not mindful enough.

Vyn: I should have found a less intense activity for you to warm up with.

I don't really like it

You: People always look so valiant riding horses in the movies. I looked like the complete opposite...

Vyn: I think the way you ride is not only valiant, but also very elegant.

Vyn: This is still because I was not mindful enough.

Vyn: I should have found a less intense activity for you to warm up with.

Vyn: I would feel terrible if horseback riding got in the way of your work.

It won't affect my work

You: It won't. Don't worry!

Vyn: I am relieved to hear you say that.

Vyn: I am really happy today.

Don't blame yourself

You: Don't feel bad. Although I'm a bit tired, I still had a great time.

Vyn: You have never blamed me for anything. You truly are kind.

Vyn: I am really happy today too.

Vyn: I never thought I would ever have a girl ride the same horse with me.

Vyn: You are the first, and you will be the last.

Story Locations

Main Character's Residence
Your Residence

Misc
Mall

Stellis
Street

Misc
Taxi

Stellis
Polo Field

Main Character's Residence
Your Residence

Story Characters

Vyn Richter

Vyn Richter

Vyn Richter

Ragnar

Manfred

Shop Owner

Driver

Female Spectator

Opponent 4

Staff

Opponent 3