Peach Blossoms Bloom, Rewards Pour In

Noah wasn't a zookeeper, so of course he couldn't control a proud little rabbit.

However.

Feeding a rabbit until she was full was no problem at all.

Looking at the lovely face so close before him, Noah fell silent for a long while. Then, unable to hold back, he smiled, opened his arms to pull Momousagi into his embrace, and planted a heavy kiss on her pink lips.

"OHHHHHHHHH!"

The entire plaza instantly erupted in thunderous cheers and teasing.

Then, no one knew who started it, but applause rang out from a corner and instantly spread in every direction.

Clap clap clap!

Ten people began clapping, then a hundred... In just a few seconds, everyone seated below stood up and enthusiastically applauded and cheered for the kissing pair onstage!

Some were filled with envy, while others felt disappointed. A faint sourness filled many hearts, and for a moment, they couldn't tell whether they were jealous of Noah or Momousagi.

"This is the first time such a scene has appeared at a promotion ceremony."

On the high platform, Kong folded his arms and watched the scene with a faint smile. "Still, it can be considered a fine tale, one destined to be passed down among every generation of recruits."

"It truly is a fine tale, though the height difference seems a bit off."

Beside him, Zephyr smiled as well. "Look at that kid Noah. He's been standing on tiptoe the whole time. I'm getting tired just watching him..."

"..."

Kong shot him a strange look. "Could you not say something so mood-killing at a time like this?"

Behind a long table farther away.

"Hahahaha! That brat Noah really has some nerve!"

Taking advantage of Sengoku's inattention, Garp snatched away the last donut, stuffed it into his mouth, and burst into laughter.