"Impressive, impressive."
Shen Qi praised Venomoth. "I don't have time to play with you now. I'm going to the graduation ceremony."
After spring break ended in April, Shen Qi would enter the Third-Year Class.
The current Third-Year Class, meanwhile, graduated in February.
Before he knew it, he had spent two years at Pokémon High School.
Although Shen Qi had spent most of his time since transmigrating away from school, this had always been a place where his heart could rest.
Even after graduating next year, Shen Qi intended to ask Principal Gui for a title like honorary teacher to preserve his connection with Pokémon High School.
But... there seemed to be no precedent for that at the school.
Entering the auditorium, Shen Qi found his class and took a seat.
On the stage, student council president Xiao Chun offered his blessings and hopes for the graduates.
Watching the once terribly mischievous Xiao Chun read his speech, neatly dressed, really made Shen Qi marvel at how a single idea could transform an entire person.
Principal Gui had given Xiao Chun the idea of becoming a "Duty Teacher" in the future, prompting him to readjust his direction in life. Coupled with his natural warmth and ability to rally others, he had gradually grown into the part.
Next came the graduate representative's speech and the ceremony in which Principal Gui personally presented the diplomas.
"Ms. Jixiang."
At the side of the auditorium, Shen Qi approached Jixiang and Iron Pipe.
"Are any students from this graduating class staying on as teachers?"
Around that many types, along with six other Pokémon with whom bonds had been established.
The few noteworthy students all had places to go after graduation. Some had found trainee positions at clubs, while others were becoming Pokémon Workers through internships.
They had