Luffy suddenly looked like a child, a goofy smile spreading across his face. He excitedly gathered everyone in front of him, then announced loudly, "I'm so hungry! Let's have a banquet! We'll celebrate Sky Island being safe and sound!"
"Woo-hoo!" Cheers immediately rose from the crowd, everyone swept up in Luffy's enthusiasm.
Everyone headed back to the Temple of God. Sky Island, which had been in chaos, now began gradually returning to its former peace. People busied themselves dealing with the aftermath and clearing the rubble, bringing the land back to life.
Time slipped by unnoticed, and night quietly fell.
Beside the makeshift kitchen, Sanji was busy working with several Priests and Shandians who were skilled at cooking. Their figures appeared and disappeared amid the curling cooking smoke. The clatter of pots and pans, the sizzle of ingredients being stir-fried, and the occasional murmur of conversation intertwined into a wonderful symphony.
Meanwhile, the bonfire that had already gone out was lit again. Roaring flames danced, illuminating everything around them and adding warmth and liveliness to the night.
Beside it, people were quickly building two more bonfires, preparing for the joyful moments to come.
A crowd gathered around the bonfires, singing and dancing.
Now, Priests, angels, and Shandians stood shoulder to shoulder, beating drums and dancing together. Smiles filled their faces, as though every barrier between them had vanished.
Around the bonfires, Priests and Shandians raised their cups to one another, drinking fine wine and enjoying this rare moment of happiness.
"Look how well the angels and Shandians are getting along now!" Liu Qing pointed at the dancing crowd as he spoke to Gan Fall beside him.
Gan Fall smiled and nodded. "Yes, this is what I hoped to see. Everyone setting aside their prejudices."
The old chief, whom Wyper had