Elf-like Life

Chapter 9, The School and the Great Library

Today, I would like to thank Qiu Ran ABCD again for the 10100 coin reward to become a captain, and Mars Kid for becoming a captain with 10000 coins.

Thank you to Wu Nai Bai Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang for 2000 coins, Zan De Xiao Dao for 2000 coins, Jun Cai Ren Shi for 1000 coins, Mo Shang Qing Chen 799 for 1000 coins, Cheng Wei Liao Qiu for 500 coins, Yi Zhi Mo Jue for 100 coins, Chi Ri Yan Huo Zhi Xia for 100 coins, Hun Chi Deng Si Xiu Xing Jia for 100 coins, and also for the votes!

Pikachu mentioned before that the Great Library contains a lot of information that might help him remember things and help him solve the mystery of his origins and time travel.

So the two little ones headed straight for the school and the large library at the south end, moving at full speed.

Learning continues even when schools are closed, and this is true even in this world.

This is the Pokémon School.

Located in the southern part of Treasure Town, the entire campus consists of five areas.

Infant Academy

Adolescent Academy

Adult colleges,

The Grand Library and the Elf Playground.

Any baby elf born after 3 months can be sent to the early childhood academy to enjoy up to 6 years of formal education.

Next is the Puberty Academy. In order for the healthy growth of the little elves, they will have to undergo 3+3 years of puberty academy education.

Finally, there is the adult graduate school. The Great Library was originally built for the elves in the graduate school to do academic work, but it eventually became a library open to the public.

"Even little fairies have it this bad?"

"Is it possible to study for a lifetime and end up with a respectable doctoral degree?"

"Doesn't this perfectly correspond to the human education system of elementary school, middle school, high school, and university?"

At this moment, Charmander followed Pikachu into the main campus, as the campuses were far apart.

The first place we passed was the school playground and kindergarten.

The school building has a cute style, with a big Eevee head at the top and a constantly spinning little windmill.

At the entrance of the academy, you can also see building blocks, puzzles, alphabet cards and other teaching aids for young Pokémon to play intellectual games.

There was even a tall old tree providing shade, where the little elf babies could play games at any time.

"That tree is the Tree of Wisdom. Teachers often lead students to play games under it, and it's very cool in the summer."

As Pikachu looked at the pile of toys, it couldn't help but recall its childhood at the Kindergarten.

The two children then went through puberty school and graduate school.

Strangely, apart from the empty teaching buildings, there wasn't a single student or teacher to be seen on the entire campus.

According to Pikachu, there are countless Pokémon studying at the Pokémon School, and the teachers here are elites in the Pokémon world, each with a wealth of knowledge.

The little dragon suddenly asked, "So, school hasn't started yet, that's why we can't see any teachers or students?"

"You got it right!"

Pikachu instantly turned around happily:

"I'm a veteran student who has studied here for eighteen years, but I've already graduated. My alma mater is actually still on holiday."

Well, for Pikachu, this is its alma mater.

Judging from his eighteen years of experience, he should at least be a Grand Secretary!

So, this seemingly weak Pikachu is actually quite strong, a Hidden Scholar graduate level, and not some spineless coward in town at all.

As luck would have it, the two little ones happened to walk near the alumni wall. Pikachu scratched its little head and pointed at the wall:

"Hehe, my name is in the third-to-last line over there. It's been a while since I graduated, but looking at it now really brings back memories~"

[Alumni Wall & Commemorative Directory]

Laurel Leaf, Bachelor of Arts

Pikachu, Bachelor of Science in Encyclopedia

Chansey Egg, Bachelor of Arts

"A scholar of encyclopedias!!"

It turns out that Pikachu is studying "Encyclopedia" at the Adult University. This subject has extremely high credit requirements and is very difficult to graduate from. It requires mastering encyclopedic knowledge, and no more than three Pikachu are awarded a degree each year.

Wouldn't Pikachu be portrayed as a highly intelligent, encyclopedic Pokémon?

"No, actually I'm a terrible student~"

High-achieving students usually voluntarily refer to themselves as "low-achieving students" to lower their standing in the eyes of struggling students, and Pikachu is no exception:

"Little Charmander, let me tell you why schools haven't reopened yet."

Here's a quick encyclopedia entry about Pikachu:

A highly contagious virus called COVID-19 ravaged the Treasure Continent six months ago. To prevent the risk of cluster infections, the school recommended temporarily suspending classes and extending the holiday.

Although the wave of the virus's spread has largely subsided, we still cannot let our guard down.

Especially among Pokémon like Zubat and Koffing, 7% of their populations still carry the virus.

Therefore, everyone keeps their distance from the bullying expedition team that has been running rampant in the town these days. It's not that they don't resist, but it's best to keep a distance of more than one meter from them.

"Ah, so back then..."

Pikachu said worriedly, "Yes, nobody can say for sure whether those two guys from the Bully Expedition are carrying the virus. In any case, it's best to stay far away from them."

"Once the effective drug is developed, they won't be so arrogant anymore."

The moment the words were spoken, the two little ones had already arrived in front of the Great Library building.

The entire library building stands solemnly, resembling an ancient castle.

Green vines meandered upwards along the ancient wall, while sunlight streamed in through the medieval European-style stained-glass windows.

If it weren't for the scholarly sculpture standing at the entrance of the castle, the little dragon would have thought it was an ancient demon city.

Memorial Sculpture - Founder of the Great Library

Mr. Electric Dragon

1901—--1988

next moment,

The little dragon thought it was a memorial statue that had been resurrected, but instead saw a middle-aged electric dragon wearing retro round glasses and carrying three thick ancient books slowly walk out of the library, carefully taking each step.

step,

Two steps,

Three steps...

"Good morning, Principal Dianlong~"

Upon hearing this greeting, the middle-aged electric dragon couldn't help but adjust his round glasses, while simultaneously taking a sip from his old-fashioned teacup:

"Slurp! Oh, it's Pikachu!"

"What are you doing here?"

"Oh right, you're borrowing 'The Elf Master' from the library again? Where were we last time? Are you planning to borrow books with some new friends this time?"

Pikachu quickly stepped forward and politely said:

"Principal Dianlong, we'd like to borrow some history books, preferably from 11 years ago."

"I'm also helping a friend look up some information."

Upon hearing the conversation, the little dragon was surprised again. It was not surprising that the Great Library displayed ancient historical books, but it even had online novels. Did it also have monthly comics?

"Oh, I see."

Principal Dianlong gave the two little ones a serious look:

"Ahem, it's good to come to the library to recharge during the holidays, but the reading system was just reformed recently."

"Except for students who need to defend their dissertations, all other books will be charged. If needed, you can get a reading card."

【!!!】Pikachu: "Hey hey hey, the Grand Library has started charging admission now? When did this happen?!"

The thought that Pikachu would have to pay for the last 60% of the Pokémon Master books he borrowed from the library, even though he could only read the first 40% for free, made him burst into tears.

Pikachu pressed on, asking:

"So, is there a charge for simply accessing ancient texts or similar materials?"

Principal Dianlong had just borrowed a few ancient books, and the old man nodded in agreement:

"Well, you can inquire about the specific prices inside. The World Antiques section is in area C."

Watching Principal Dianlong's retreating figure, the two children lamented that they had come at the wrong time.

But Pikachu can be certain that the Great Library contains millions of books, including more than 300,000 ancient historical texts alone.

If possible, finding any information from 11 years ago should not be a problem:

"Let's go in, Charmander. Didn't that message in a bottle mention a message to yourself 11 years in the future?"

"So I'm thinking, maybe we'll find clues about all of this, including your background, soon!"

The Pokémon world's school is here! The Great Library will be a super important location from now on, like a place to fill in the gaps in the world's lore. Unlocked successfully! August 8.1st, the rainy season has arrived. I went to Seoul and was caught in a sudden downpour on the way. It was still pouring rain at night, and I got soaked. This rain is really awful; it just had to start pouring when I left home. The character illustration has now been uploaded. Welcome everyone to send your love!

(End of this chapter)