"You two want to resign? Have you considered becoming Rangers at a private protected area?"
Xin Mu arrived just in time to hear Li Han talking about resigning. Seeing that Jia Qiong actually seemed to be giving it serious thought, he joined in with a joke.
Of course, if Jia Qiong really wanted the job, that would be fine too. The way he kept getting attacked by Pokémon during daily fitness tests yet never gave up was enough to qualify him.
"A protected area? What protected area?"
"Well... something an elder left me. Anyway, Coach, if you really want to change careers, remember to let me know."
After a little casual conversation, Xin Mu headed elsewhere. The school's anniversary celebration, held once every five years, was open not only to students but also to the public, giving plenty of clubs a chance to earn their own funding.
Ordinary school anniversary celebrations might look very different, but no matter what fancy tricks they came up with, their essence never changed much. With Pokémon taking part, however, there was actually more to do.
At the school gates, two Machamp in formal uniforms were diligently carrying out their duties as security screeners.
The school's own students were one thing, but visitors from outside still needed appropriate security checks.
The Machamp worked efficiently with all four arms. Although their hands weren't suited to particularly delicate tasks, operating security scanners was no problem. Occasionally, they even used a spare hand to help parents with children carry their bags.
With their Trainers' help, the security checks went smoothly.
As for anyone who insisted on resisting... Machamp were also skilled at grappling, so pinning down a human was hardly difficult. "The Electric-type exhibition is in Teaching Building Three! Anyone interested, please head this way."
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