Chouji would choose food over politeness any day, but it comes as no surprise when Lee would not. Laughing lightly, he nodded in answer to the praise. "I'm glad you like it, Lee."

And the pose. Ordinarily, Chouji might find Gai and Lee's antics a little over-the-top and overdramatic, but the gesture is a very welcome sight right now. Chouji's teeth may not sparkle like Lee's, but the smile in return is genuine.