I've passed... woohoo...

It was painfully long (with numerous sleep-deprived nights; nerve-wrecking moments...):
4yrs 4mths to submit my thesis;
4mths to wait for reviewers' comments (lots of changes imo but reviewers' generally recommended a pass already);
6mths to resubmit revised thesis (change quite a bit; wanted to perfect it once and for all);
4mths to oral defense (lengthy duration all thanks to one irresponsible internal examiner - he was eventually replaced).

My efforts were paid off. Passed with no additional modification/correction needed.
*That's just what I wanted... very satisfied & happy*
Examiners & supervisor also commended that I've done a very good presentation.
*Simply 爽 Heh heh...*

It's time to celebrate!!!