Chapter 16: Little Rice Cake and Little Sesame

Ever since the Federation covertly announced the SSS-class Beastman's "Love Pursuit Operation," netizens' interest in the "Fluffy Keeper" had skyrocketed. They were so eager to follow her that they checked her page every few minutes, terrified of missing out on the drama.

Unfortunately, Liang He had been busy lately with moving house and feeding the wolf cubs, leaving her no time to care about the anxious netizens. She wasn't even aware that she had become a new internet celebrity.

It wasn't until her colleagues gave her subtle hints that she finally remembered to post an update.

"I haven't taken many photos lately. Maybe I should edit that video of the volleyball game from last time?" Liang He muttered softly to herself. She began skillfully using her optical computer to edit the video, primarily to mask her and Xu Yi's faces so the focus would remain on the majestic presence of the Ink-Gold King Tiger and the Azure Hunting Falcon!

【Animal Kingdom Sports Meet: Volleyball Opening Match, Ink-Gold King Tiger vs. Azure Hunting Falcon! [Video]】

【One black and one white wolf cub—naming them online! Everyone is welcome to participate! [Image]】

To soothe the fragile hearts of the netizens who had been waiting for days, Liang He specifically posted an extra set of photos of the wolf cubs and invited everyone to help name them, aiming to boost engagement.

After several days of meticulous feeding, the two little fellows had regained their lively nature. Having left their incubator, they were rolling around in their nest like two little glutinous rice balls, looking incredibly adorable and silly.

【Ahhh! The Keeper finally updated! What sport is volleyball? Why have I never heard of it?】

【The Ink-Gold King Tiger's pink little paws are so cute! But the Azure Hunting Falcon's wings are more impressive, hehe!】

【I looked it up; it seems to be a sport from Planet Blue. I suddenly realized there are so many interesting things about Planet Blue.】

Perhaps because the "Fluffy Keeper" was likely from Planet Blue, many netizens were now interested in the planet. Some were even preparing for interstellar travel, wanting to experience life on Planet Blue for themselves.

Aside from Cedric and Landon, the two unexpectedly appearing wolf cubs also attracted a great deal of attention.

【It's my first time naming a wolf cub! I need to think hard. By the way, why are there two extra cubs?】

【The cubs are so cute! But did their mama run out of ink when she had them? One black and one white is too funny, haha!】

【Wow, is the reproduction speed really that fast [not really]? They already have cubs? They just look a bit weak.】

The netizens played a game of riddles and jokes, showing great enthusiasm for naming the cubs. Within ten minutes, there were already several thousand comments with name suggestions.

The weather was beautiful today—sunny, breezy, and at a comfortable temperature. Liang He took the wolf cubs out to the grass for some fresh air.

Liang He lay leisurely, resting her head on the Ink-Gold King Tiger's soft belly. Bathed in the warm sunlight, she felt drowsy. Meanwhile, the highly vigilant Azure Hunting Falcon chose to perch in a large tree.

"I'm so jealous of Liang He, being able to sunbathe while resting on the Marshal's belly. But then again, they actually don't mind the two wolf cubs?"

"Maybe they think they have no killing power? I feel like animals always have a higher tolerance for young ones."

"Is the Commander watching over those two cubs? So attentive and thoughtful!"

Beyond the netizens, the colleagues in the control room were watching their interactions more directly. They found the scene warm and happy, feeling as though the "cold corpse" had warmed up again.

Unaware of the envy from her colleagues and the netizens, Liang He's attention was captured by the latest battle news released on the Star Network.

【Planet D139 suddenly attacked by ferocious beasts; heavy casualties reported. The Imperial General has led a legion to exterminate them.】

Ferocious beasts again.

Liang He frowned deeply. Even those far away on Planet Blue understood the dangers posed by these beasts.

A large-scale war against ferocious beasts had once broken out in the interstellar era, led by the Rebels. Both sides suffered heavy casualties, and the beast army was almost entirely wiped out. Was it making a comeback now?

It seemed she would have to remind her "family" to prepare for defense in advance.

"This name sounds delicious... I mean, sounds good."

Liang He scrolled through the comment section under the wolf cub photos and found many interesting names, but the one that truly captured her heart was a name likely suggested by a fellow countryman from Planet Blue.

Little Rice Cake and Little Sesame.

"It smells fragrant just hearing it."

Unconsciously swallowing her saliva, Liang He glanced at the little rolling balls on the grass. She felt the names were incredibly tasteful and immediately replied to the comment.

【After careful [not really] consideration, I feel that Little Rice Cake and Little Sesame are very suitable for the two wolf cubs. I have decided to adopt these names. Thank you all for your active participation. See you next time.】

And so, the black wolf cub became the sweet Black Sesame, while the white wolf cub became the soft Little Rice Cake.

Mmm, they looked even more delicious now.

"Little Sesame, Little Rice Cake~"

Liang He gently pulled the two little fellows into her arms, beginning to repeat their new names to them in a loop.

"Awoo~"

Seeing Liang He's attention stolen by the cubs, Cedric dissatisfiedly nipped the two little ones out of her arms and squeezed himself into her embrace, completely forgetting that his massive tiger head was far too large for Liang He to hold comfortably.

"Haha, Cedric, are you even jealous of Little Rice Cake and Little Sesame? Aren't you ashamed?"

Liang He burst into laughter at the sight of the Ink-Gold King Tiger competing for affection. She grabbed his tiger head and gave it a vigorous rub, and the human and tiger ended up frolicking on the grass together.

The two wolf cubs joined in the fun, though they were mostly helping Liang He deal with Cedric, using their half-grown milk teeth to bite his tail, only to be lifted high into the air.

Seeing them playing happily, the colleagues in the control room also smiled.

"It's been a long time since we've seen such a relaxed and happy scene, ever since the SSS-class Beastmen entered their predatory evolution phase."

"Exactly. Thanks to Liang He, the Marshal and the Commander's old injuries have almost healed. They can even coordinate during hunts now; they're much stronger than before."

"I think it's not just the SSS-class Beastmen who treat Liang He differently; even ordinary animals seem especially close to her. She really is a chosen Keeper!"

Since Liang He arrived, she had not only relieved the pressure regarding the Beastmen's medical care but also made the originally tense working environment much more pleasant, causing their favorability toward her to rise sharply.

"By the way, Dr. Xu and District Chief Huo are on a mission and won't be back for a while. Remember to send supplies to Liang He."

"Is it about Planet D139? I saw the report; more than half the planet is gone."

"The Rebels are truly despicable! I hope General Kuang Ye can exterminate them all so they don't plague any more planets!"

Filled with righteous indignation and praying for the Imperial army's victory, the crowd had no idea that in the near future, they would witness the arrival of the Imperial General—though the scene would be quite bloody.

As the sun gradually set, the day had been so comfortable that Cedric and Landon were too lazy to go out hunting. Cedric carried Liang He on his back, Liang He held the wolf cubs, and Landon protected them from behind as they returned to the service area together.

"Alright, let's see... what are we eating tonight?"