The newcomer was none other than He Changling, president of the Apricot City Trainers Association and a Fourth-Rank Professional Trainer.
A man in his twenties followed behind He Changling. Shu Tong found him somewhat familiar, and after thinking for a moment, he recalled that he was Gao Feiwu, the lobby manager of the Trainers Association office.
The researchers immediately became well-behaved upon seeing President He and tremblingly retreated to the side.
President He also noticed Yin Shu and Shu Tong, since they were the only two not wearing uniforms.
"Captain Hao, are these two forest rangers as well?" President He asked.
Captain Hao said, "President, Yin Shu here is a forest ranger. He was originally headed to Auspicious City today for a Third-Rank Professional Trainer assessment, but because of this sudden incident, I called him back midway. This one came with Yin Shu. He's still an Apprentice Trainer, and I was just about to have him return."
"We can't guarantee that the surrounding area is safe right now. How can you let an Apprentice Trainer leave alone? As Professional Trainers, we have a duty to protect them. The situation is still unclear, so it's best for him to remain with your forest ranger team. You must protect the flowers of the nation," President He said.
Upon hearing that, Shu Tong immediately put on an innocent expression. So I'm still one of the flowers of the nation.
"Yes, President," Captain Hao said.
"Why aren't you thanking the president?" Yin Shu nudged Shu Tong and said.
"Oh, thank you, President," Shu Tong said.
"Hey, aren't you Shu Tong, the top student at Apricot City No. 1 High School last month? I was the one who processed your authorization to carry a second Pokémon," Gao Feiwu said.
"Hello, Manager Gao," Shu Tong greeted