Pokémon Farm

Chapter 252 Academy Trade Fair

As the sun sets in the west and rises in the east, a day passes by in the blink of an eye.

Under his parents' threat of violence, Xuan Mingtian had no choice but to get up early today, preparing for the remaining time he would spend at school.

It was really unlucky of me. A couple of days ago, when I took leave, Xiao Gang, Bin Zai, Xiao Qing Mei, and her younger brother were having even more fun than Xuan Ming Tian.

Today, everyone changed their tune. They all said going to school was better, that they loved going to school the most.

Of course, if it weren't for Aunt Xiaomi and Aunt Xiao (Xiao Qingmei's mother) watching them closely, I believe they would definitely have fought alongside Xuan Mingtian to the very end.

Hehe~

[Xuan's mother had already clenched her fists.]

Such questions are just talk. After all, Xuan Mingtian himself loves going to school. He also believes that children at this stage love going to school just as much.

“Xuan Mingtian, I’m telling you. You must bring your friends and younger siblings back to school today.”

Looking at her son at the dining table, Xuan's mother couldn't help but launch into another nagging.

"Mom, even though you and Dad are here, it doesn't stop you from having time alone together... (fading into a buzzing voice) Besides, I've never seen you take me on a trip before, not even when I was little!"

Xuan Mingtian spoke with complete confidence, stating the first part of his statement. However, he didn't have the courage to say the second part aloud.

Unfortunately, no matter how softly he spoke, it didn't mean others couldn't hear him, especially Xuan's mother, who had sharp ears.

"I think you're asking for trouble again, aren't you? You need to know that you're all grown up now and you need to be more sensible. You also need to learn to understand your parents. You should know that your dad and I aren't going out for a vacation, but to visit the business partners of our family farm."

Xuan's mother spoke earnestly, explaining that she and Xuan's father did this in order to maintain the farm's development.

Xuan Mingtian could only laugh it off. Heh~ Did he really think he didn't know? Any more words would just be excuses. Tired, let it all end.

Left with no other choice, Xuan Mingtian could only eat his breakfast while making a flicking motion with his finger towards Xiao Zhi next to him.

Ash was happily drinking Moo Moo Milk when a movement appeared before him that evoked an instinctive fear in his body.

Needless to say, when Xiao Zhi saw the finger, he burst into tears, and even the bottle in his hand no longer tasted good.

"Ah~ Xiaotian, you're bullying Xiaozhi again."

Hanako, realizing what was happening, immediately understood. Xuan Mingtian, unable to bear his mother's nagging, was pretending to bully his son.

But she only said it jokingly, because it's impossible for her to actually bully Xiaozhi. Anyone with eyes can see how good she is to her son.

……

As time slowly passed, breakfast time flew by amidst laughter and tears.

Our friends had already packed their school bags and arrived at school before eight o'clock.

However, what's most puzzling is that today, Quartz Academy's playground, training grounds, and even sports fields are filled with neatly arranged tables.

It's like... well... how should I put it... it's like... yes, it's like the academy is going bankrupt.

Upon realizing this, Xuan Mingtian was startled.

"Xiaogang, Qianqian, what's going on?!"

He spoke in a voice that was neither too loud nor too soft, just loud enough for all the students around him to hear clearly.

However, Xiao Gang and the others raised their hands and made a shrug gesture.

After all, they hadn't paid any attention to the school's situation for the past two days. Therefore, they really had no idea what had happened.

"Xuan, didn't your homeroom teacher tell you what happened?"

Those around Xuan Mingtian asked with slight doubt after hearing his words.

"Uh, hello classmate, do you know me?"

To be honest, Xuan Mingtian had never seen this student who was speaking before.

Even if it's a first or second grader, he might not know their names, but he'd at least met them once. But this student…

"Hello, Xuan. Let me introduce myself. My name is Han Paopao, and I'm a fifth-year student. You all shone brightly during the academic exchange. You also improved the meals for teachers and students. I doubt anyone in the college doesn't know you."

As this student, Han Paopao, was speaking, he extended his right hand, as if he wanted to shake hands with the other person.

"Uh... hello, hello, these are all just empty titles, nothing special. By the way, what's this table set up for..."

Seeing that the other party was being so courteous, Xuan Mingtian naturally had to return the favor with a smile. As the saying goes, if someone treats you with respect, you should at least reciprocate in kind.

"Oh? Looks like you're starting school today. Well, the school is holding a two-day craft fair. Students can trade small crafts or items needed by elves. Today is the first day, so let's get everything set up first."

Upon hearing Han Paopao's words, Xuan Mingtian, Xiao Gang, Binzi, Qianqian, Xiao Qingmei, and the others were all completely dumbfounded.

A trade fair? What the heck? Why would the academy do something like this out of the blue? Don't they have to go to school? This is really strange.

Xuan Mingtian's gaze fell on his friends again. Unfortunately, they simply repeated the same shrugging motion.

This shows that they really don't know anything about it.

After thanking Han Paopao, Xuan Mingtian led his friends and hurriedly headed back to their classroom.

In no time at all, they finally appeared at the classroom door.

"Shu~"

"Shu~"

……

The homeroom teacher was about to continue speaking, while the students listened attentively with smiles on their faces.

When they saw Xuan Mingtian and his group at the door, the whole class fell silent and all eyes turned to the door.

It's impossible to say this scene wasn't awkward. But please don't underestimate Xuan Mingtian's thick skin. As the saying goes, if he's not embarrassed, then it's others who are embarrassed.

Just like right now...

"Hey~ Good morning, students! Oh wow~ even our homeroom teacher is here."

See? Xuan Mingtian's words immediately broke the awkward silence between them.

"Uh, Xiaotian, aren't you taking the day off today?"

The homeroom teacher's brilliant remark left Xuan Mingtian speechless.

"What the heck? What's the meaning of not asking for leave today?"

Although Xuan Mingtian thought this to himself, he said aloud, "Ah, teacher, you're too kind. I just finished taking care of everything yesterday, so I came back to school today. Besides, after arriving at the academy, I discovered..."

"Alright, alright, Xiaotian, it's good that you've taken care of your matter. You know, the principal and I almost went to your house back then. Fortunately, Teacher Xiao explained the situation to us. As long as you're alright, that's all that matters."