When a child did well, of course he deserved praise.
Lots of praise.
As for things like telling him not to get conceited, that could come later.
There was no need to spoil the moment now.
"Xue Jiamin, congratulations."
Teacher Gao reached out and patted the child on the shoulder.
"You really did win the championship."
"You kept your word, kid."
Teacher Gao beamed.
He was clearly in a very good mood.
Xue Jiamin pressed his lips together.
He smiled a little shyly.
Around his teacher, Xue Jiamin was obviously much more well-behaved.
Xie Chuchu: ...
She'd noticed from the start that Xue Jiamin treated his teacher differently than he treated her.
But...
Seeing it still made her feel a little put out.
Why was there such a huge difference in how people treated each other?
Still, she could understand.
What student didn't behave in front of their teacher?
She was the same way herself.
"All right, I won't keep you."
Teacher Gao smiled.
"We'll be heading back to school this afternoon."
"Xue Jiamin, we'll take a bus to the airport at around two."
"Meet us at the hotel before then."
"Of course."
"Don't cut it too close."
Teacher Gao suddenly thought of something.
"After all, you'll need some time to pack and check out."
"Got it, Teacher Gao."
Xie Chuchu nodded.
"I'll keep an eye on the time and get Xue Jiamin back to the hotel."
"Good."
Teacher Gao nodded to Xie Chuchu.
"Xue Jiamin."
Teacher Gao bent down to look at the child. "You've worked hard these past few days."
"Now you can relax."
"Get some good rest."
Teacher Gao straightened up, smiled at Xiao Xiao and Chi Xiuke, then turned and left.
"Xue Jiamin."
Xie Chuchu glanced around the concert