Linlin called Ryuka and went out with Milim. The weather outside was gradually turning gloomy, and the sun in the sky was covered by dark clouds.
The people of Totto Land, seeing this scene, all brought their drying clothes back into their homes.
Vegapunk was already waiting at the door, looking up at the sky.
Hearing Milim's footsteps, Vegapunk turned his head and said softly, "The weather is just right now. Milim, send the thing up. I'm sure we'll see this island welcome its first snow."
"Leave it to me!" Her dragon wings unfurled, and Milim shot up into the sky like an afterimage!
She soon reached the low-to-mid altitude of the sky, where the dark clouds were, and then activated the switch of the Snow Maker.
Then she threw the Snow Maker in her hand into the dark clouds. After waiting a second or two, nothing happened in the sky.
Milim initially thought it had failed, but in the next instant, a strong flash of light suddenly appeared, followed by the slow descent of crystal-clear, light, and elegant snowflakes.
Watching the snowflakes fall from the sky, Linlin reached out her hand to catch them. The snowflakes gradually melted in her palm, but the cold sensation was so clear.
Charlotte Linlin's tone was like a sigh, and also like an exclamation, "Vegapunk, although I don't know how many times I've praised you, I still want to say that your wisdom has definitely surpassed this era."
"You're too kind, King Linlin!" Although Vegapunk's tone was respectful, it lacked the warmth and recognition he showed towards Milim.
Linlin glanced at Vegapunk and then looked away, unconcerned. She knew very well that compared to herself, the person Vegapunk trusted the most had always been Milim.
But what did that matter? Not to mention that Milim was her older sister, even if Vegapunk trusted someone else...
As long as it posed no harm to Totto Land and could make it a better place, Linlin would fully support them.
"It's snowing!"
"Wow, it's really snowing."
"Isn't this Spring Island? How can it be snowing?"
The people of Totto Land all came out of their homes. Looking at the snow dancing in the sky, their eyes were not filled with the fear of snow they once had, but rather with admiration for the beautiful scenery.
In the past, every family didn't have enough food, and their houses were drafty, offering no warmth. Once winter arrived, tens of thousands of people would freeze to death.
But now it was completely different. Every family had a new house, and they had more than enough food to eat every day. They could even afford to buy meat every day for a treat.
The purpose of life is to eat, drink, and be merry. Since eating and drinking were already satisfied, all that was left was to have fun. The snowy scene before them perfectly matched their mood!
"Hey, everyone, head to the castle! The King and Lady Milim are going to give a speech there," a villager suddenly ran out and shouted.
Upon hearing this, the people of Totto Land ran towards the castle without hesitation, some of them carrying their children.
When they arrived below the castle, Linlin was standing on top. She hadn't prepared a microphone; her voice was loud enough for everyone to hear.
"Everyone, please be quiet."
As Linlin's voice spread, the originally chaotic crowd instantly fell silent.
"Very good. I'm sure you're all curious about this sudden snowfall."
The eyes of everyone below were filled with curiosity, but a few had looks of inquiry. In the next moment, however, their mouths were covered by Milim, and they were taken away without anyone noticing.
Charlotte Linlin stepped aside, revealing Vegapunk, who had been standing behind her.
"Who is he? Why is his head so big!"
"I saw him at the port. He was brought back by Lady Milim."
"So he's someone brought back by Lady Milim. He must be a capable person, like the giants."
"Kid, you really have a way with words," a squatting giant said, extending a finger to shake hands with the man who had praised him.
"Everyone, this is Vegapunk, our Totto Land's chief scientist. The technology that allows the eternally spring-like Spring Island to snow was developed by him." As Linlin spoke, the people below stared at the slender figure with disbelieving eyes.
They had originally thought the snow was due to some new ability King Linlin and Lady Milim had acquired.
But they never expected it to be accomplished through the technology of a scientist. It wasn't their fault; they had no concept of technology in their minds before.
But living in the Grand Line, they were very familiar with the power of strong individuals. For example, Milim could easily destroy islands. Although they would be surprised, it was only surprise at her strength.
They had no doubt about Milim's abilities. But technology was a foreign word to them.
Even so, they knew that the scientist before them, who could change the weather, was very powerful.
So, the crowd cheered wildly.
"Vegapunk!"
"Vegapunk!"
"This big-headed guy is amazing!" The giants were also very impressed by this ability to change the weather.
Vegapunk looked at all the people cheering his name, their eyes filled with admiration. Although he didn't think he cared for fame...
Even so, being cheered by the crowd, he still felt his heart surge.
Vegapunk looked at the crowd and slowly spoke. The cheers below immediately stopped. "I am Vegapunk, a scientist."
"You may not understand what a scientist is, and it's difficult for me to explain the concept of science."
"But I can give you my promise. As a scientist, I can make food more abundant. As a scientist, I can make the environment better."
"As a scientist, I can make people happier and the world more peaceful."
"That's all!" Vegapunk bowed to the crowd below and stepped aside.
The people below now understood what Vegapunk could do, and their eyes were filled with disbelief.
Their lives were already very happy, and Vegapunk could make them even happier. Although they couldn't imagine what a happier life would be like, they were still incredibly excited.
In their minds, if Vegapunk could make their lives better, then he was their benefactor.
At this moment, Milim suddenly appeared on the stage, her face still wearing a pure and enthusiastic smile. "Everyone, everyone! It's my turn to speak now."
With Milim's appearance, the crowd below became even more excited. Someone even took out a banner with the words "Milim, the cutest in the world" written on it.
In the whole of Totto Land, the one with the highest authority was Charlotte Linlin, and the most familiar was Prime Minister El!
But in terms of affection and popularity, Milim was in a league of her own.
She had long become the symbol of Totto Land!
"Everyone, to celebrate the new invention developed by Vegapunk, let's all have fun for the next two days. All wages will be paid as usual."
"The only requirement I have for you is to make sculptures out of ice and snow. Any kind of sculpture will do, whether it's a person, an object, or anything else."
"The final winner will receive a prize of 10 million Berries."
"Ah! Ah!" Everyone below was thrilled. Not only could they play freely and still get paid, but if they won the sculpture competition, they could also get 10 million Berries.
There was simply no reason to refuse.
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