The Uma Musume chattered around the gorgeous cake on the table. A few of them could barely keep their cravings in check... Then again, Uma Musume really couldn't resist sweets.
And it wasn't just the Uma Musume gathered around the table. Plenty of sweet-toothed viewers in the Livestream Room were struggling too.
A cake that beautiful was bound to whet anyone's appetite.
Once the stream ends, I'm definitely heading to the Cafeteria for a slice... The thought crossed the minds of the Uma Musume watching.
But when they reached the Cafeteria, finding no cake would be one kind of disappointment.
Finding nothing left in the Cafeteria at all would be another kind of heartbreak.
The image seemed to freeze on one person and several Uma Musume beside the sparkling cake. Then the familiar Clock popped up, sweeping clockwise into a scene transition.
The Power to Meet the One Fate Has Chosen
"Welcome, everyone, to the Spring Evening Chocolate Contest! Once again, it's time for young talent to clash!"
After the transition, the view shifted to an ornate hall.
The audience below was packed with students, parents, industry professionals, and reporters. Onstage, a beautifully dressed host began her introduction.
Bourbon and Eishin Flash had both changed into their signature Valentine's outfits and stood ready at their respective cooking stations.
"This year's prizes include cash and premium dessert recipes provided by Evening Spring Baking, as well as... prizes from dessert businesses around the world!"
Evening Spring Baking was an industry giant, but it also worked as a distributor.
Having invited pastry chefs from around the world, it wasn't about to leave other businesses out. The company would use the contest to arrange collaborations with dessert makers in different regions, benefiting everyone involved.
It was only natural for other shops to provide prizes