"Right now, my feelings are... well, complicated."
"That's understandable. But if you'll forgive my bluntness, I'm very curious—before the race started, did you anticipate this outcome at all?"
"I didn't."
Huang Chong shook his head and answered truthfully:
"But the team and I had certainly considered the possibility that we would lose some time on one of the mountain stages.
So while I couldn't predict the exact outcome of the race, I was mentally prepared for this result. I can accept it!"
"I see. In that case, are you optimistic about the upcoming mountain stages? For instance, about taking back the Yellow Jersey!"
"I'll do my best!"
Huang Chong thought for a moment before adding,
"However, compared to taking back the Yellow Jersey, considering Tadej's form this year, I think defending a spot on the final podium is probably more realistic!"
