"No matter how many times I see it, I'm always amazed!"
Looking at the majestic train before him, Hoshino Sora couldn't help but exclaim, "Is this really Far Moon?" The scale was astonishing. This luxurious sleeper train must have cost hundreds of millions to acquire.
"This train is called Moon Shadow, it's Far Moon's most luxurious sleeper train. Usually, it costs a lot of money to ride it. Now it's been requisitioned as a special train for the promotion exam, how lucky!"
Student conversations reached his ears, and Hoshino Sora showed a thoughtful expression. Although it was his second time riding this train, it was his first time knowing its name.
Moon Shadow. It uses the character 'moon' from Far Moon Academy, and 'shadow' represents great speed. Just two characters show how extraordinary this train is.
"Let's go, let's get on the train and get some good rest. Tomorrow, we still have a rigorous assessment."
Watching the passengers board one after another, Hoshino Sora said this to the girls behind him.
At the first assessment point, he met Shiina Mahiru and the others, so his harem group expanded again.
"Let's bathe together tonight. The last few carriages should be ours, right?"
After boarding, the group followed the arrangement manual inside and soon arrived at the rear of the carriage. Each carriage here had an independent bathroom and Packages facilities, which was very convenient.
Moreover, the space of these independent bathrooms was very large, almost equivalent to a single room, exquisitely luxurious, and could accommodate more than ten people without a problem, although it would be very crowded.
But, Hoshino Sora wanted precisely this effect.
After all, those who were going to bathe together were not outsiders. Looking at the alluring girls behind him, who were extremely shy after hearing his words, a bold idea suddenly emerged in Hoshino Sora's mind.
"Um, won't it be a bit too crowded?"
"You don't understand, do you? With Sora's idea, the more crowded, the better. He even wishes we were all pressed together, or even… Am I right, Sora~"
Hearing Shiina Mahiru's question, Alice Nakiri spoke with understanding, wiggling her finger in the air. But she had to admit, her words really hit Hoshino Sora's sweet spot.
"You, you're full of mischievous ideas."
Hearing Alice Nakiri's explanation, everyone nodded in agreement. This was indeed the perverted Hoshino Sora they remembered, and with this explanation, they all understood.
"Hehehe, so is it okay?"
Hoshino Sora wasn't angry that his thoughts had been revealed. Instead, he looked at the girls in front of him with a wide smile. Although their faces were flushed, none of them refused.
"It's okay, but only once."
"This kind of thing is fine at home, but on a train, it's a bit embarrassing. But if you insist, I…"
"Just this once, okay? Everyone will go crazy with you once…"
Although they were very shy, not a single person refused. Alice even had a look of anticipation on her face, after all, it had been a long time since she had been intimate with Hoshino Sora, the last time being half a month ago.
And if even she, who was usually so proactive, was like this, then the others naturally needed no mention. After all, they usually didn't have many opportunities, and to actively ask felt a bit shameless.
So, this opportunity was the best!
They could release the accumulated loneliness of over a month in one go.
So, although everyone seemed unenthusiastic, they were all more eager than the last in their hearts. Their words of refusal were just to make themselves appear more reserved.
Girls, well, you know.
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Happy times are always short. By the time the group finished bathing, it was already late at night. Everyone returned to their respective rooms, ready for a good night's sleep to face the next day's exam.
Hoshino Sora was the most exhausted among them. Despite having the 'infinite stamina' buff, there was still a limit to mental fatigue. When he returned to his accommodation on the train, he practically fell asleep the moment he touched the bed.
And the other girls? After being so pampered, they were even more satisfied. The loneliness accumulated over thirty-plus days was completely released at this moment, leaving them feeling utterly relaxed.
So, they slept exceptionally soundly.
"Hoshino-kun, I can't take it anymore…"
"Sora, I love you!"
"Hoshino-kun, stop bullying Erina Nakiri! Let me bear the rest of your energy!"
"Sora…"
In the last few train carriages, the girls' dream whispers were constant, all professing their love for Hoshino Sora. Unfortunately, he was sleeping too soundly to hear them, otherwise, he would surely have been moved to tears.
The next day, Hoshino Sora woke up early.
After his usual washing up, he called his wives to have breakfast together. After breakfast, the train named Moon Shadow arrived at its station, Sapporo Station.
He had expected the train to stop in a bustling street, but it showed no signs of stopping at all. It passed through the busy streets and arrived deep in the mountains.
This was the second stop for the Far Moon first-year students, the location for the second assessment.
"After the assessment, let's go sightseeing. After all, it's a famous tourist destination."
"Indeed, it would be too much of a pity to come to Sapporo and not visit anything."
"Then shall we take a walk in Odori Park later?"
"That sounds pretty good."
"I also want to take a walk. A leisurely afternoon basking in the sun is the best."
"Then it's happily decided."
After getting off the train, they chatted all the way to the contestant waiting hall. Hoshino Sora and his group showed no sign of nervousness about the exam, their faces filled with ease, even discussing where they would go to play later.
In response, the people around them could only look at them with envious eyes. After all, those people had the skill and didn't need to worry, while they were just Small JZ who could be eliminated at any time.
What a pity!
"Everyone, you've worked hard on this long train ride. I am Fujino, the second assessment judge. This time, the exam is an individual battle, but the theme is no longer a specific ingredient, but 'Noodles' cuisine.
Hokkaido is famous for its rich variety of Ramen, such as Sapporo Ramen, Hakodate Ramen, Asahikawa Ramen, and so on. Besides these, there are also many famous Udon and Soba noodle shops.
Especially Soba, Hokkaido's Soba production ranks first in the country. It is precisely because of the vast farmlands that a diverse and highly regional noodle culture can be cultivated.
Today, students, you will challenge noodle dishes."
After a brief introduction to the background of this exam, it made perfect sense for Hokkaido, famous for its noodles, to have noodles as the theme. It was just unclear what other restrictions there might be.
Looking at the somewhat aged female teacher on the stage, and then at the composed Erina Nakiri beside her, for some reason, his previously somewhat nervous heart instantly calmed down.
Oh, right, this competition was all among their own people, so why panic?
At the same time.
[Task Triggered]: Shock the Audience
[Task Description]: After becoming the Far Moon First Seat, you seemed to disappear from everyone's sight. Not taking action for a long time has made the people of Far Moon forget your strength.
[Task Requirement]: Create the most delicious noodle dish in the entire venue.
[Task Reward]: Mutated Nutrient Solution * 3
[Mutated Nutrient Solution]: Whether injected into animals or plants, it can cause a certain beneficial mutation, with random mutation effects.
Oh, oh, oh, good stuff, absolutely good stuff!
Hearing the prompt in his mind, Hoshino Sora's face revealed excitement.
This was truly like a small cow being ganged up on, incredibly awesome!
"This competition has only one requirement: use the ingredients provided to present a 'Noodle' dish that satisfies me. From making the noodles to simmering the broth, the total time is five hours. I hope to see your spirit as chefs in your dishes!"
Looking at the eager students in front of her, Fujino's face was full of kindness, looking like a very easygoing old lady. However, some people recognized this teacher.
"De… Demon Fujino!?"
"What?! It's actually Demon Fujino! The rumored Demon Fujino who eliminated over a hundred students in one go!"
"What hundred students? Tell me more!"
As the first person to recognize her called out the name of the person in front of them, a commotion immediately erupted. This was normal; who wouldn't tense up when hearing that their chief examiner had once eliminated over a hundred students in one go!
"Now, the competition is divided into four areas. Students whose names are called, please proceed to your designated area."
As this sentence was spoken, several individuals in staff uniforms who had been standing around immediately stepped forward and loudly announced the names of the participants for each area.
"Area A, Hoshino Sora, Fujiya Akira, Ozawa Mary, Aoba Sora…"
"Area B, Tadokoro Megumi, Hatano Yui…"
"Area C…"
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