Chapter 356: Going Home

The Vice Principal of Xiongding High School?

Qiao Sang paused briefly before greeting politely, "Hello."

"It's like this, he wants you to treat him." Wang Weidou said directly.

That's diving into the topic too quickly! At least let me exchange a few pleasantries... The vice principal of Xiongding High School couldn't help but complain inwardly. On the surface, though, he maintained a polite smile.

"It's nothing serious. I just have some shoulder pain recently."

Xu Yixuan and He Datong exchanged glances, their eyes conveying the same thought: Not even a critical illness, yet he dares to seek Qiao Sang's help?

Qiao Sang, however, wasn't fazed. She simply instructed Lubao to use the Healing Light.

The person was brought by the principal, after all. Sometimes, personal relationships are more important than profit.

"Lubao, use Healing Light on his shoulder." Qiao Sang said to Lubao in her arms.

Just the shoulder? The vice principal was momentarily stunned.

"Wait..." He began, but before he could finish, a beam of blue light shone on his shoulder.

When the light faded, Qiao Sang asked, "Better now?"

"Hahaha, treated with an advanced skill, how could it not be better?" Wang Weidou laughed, patting the vice principal on the shoulder.

"Lu." Lubao said coolly.

She seemed pleased that the humans had such high regard for her abilities.

The vice principal remained silent for a long moment before awkwardly pointing to his lower back.

"Could you treat these spots too? Aside from shoulder pain, I also have a bit of lumbar strain."

He added, "Probably from sitting too much."

Wang Weidou and Sun Boyi exchanged strange looks as they glanced at the indicated area.

The vice principal felt their gazes were piercing but managed to keep a composed expression.

I miscalculated. I thought Healing Light would cover the whole body, not just specific areas...

That's... the kidneys. Qiao Sang immediately understood as she glanced at the spot he was pointing to.

Ten seconds later, the vice principal, barely containing his excitement, expressed heartfelt gratitude, promised to help with any future requests, and left energetically.

Wang Weidou and Sun Boyi also left, apparently to have a conversation.

As soon as the principal and coach were gone, He Datong couldn't help muttering under his breath, "Such a minor issue, yet he still came to you."

It's not that minor... Qiao Sang chuckled, "It's no trouble at all."

Xu Yixuan sighed softly.

"The principal brought him, it wouldn't be good to refuse."

"That's true." He Datong conceded with a shrug.

"By the way."

Qiao Sang asked, "Did I hear Mr. Sun mention the elimination matches are in three days?"

Xu Yixuan nodded.

"They're usually held on the fourth day after the group stage ends, and this year is no exception."

After chatting briefly, the three were about to head for the school gates when someone called out, "Qiao Sang!"

Qiao Sang turned to see her mother approaching.

Ten Minutes Later, High Above the Ground

Qiao Sang sat on the Fat Dove's back, holding Lubao in her arms.

"Your principal, Mr. Sun, and those two teammates of yours all seem like good people." Her mother said with a smile from the front.

Recalling their enthusiasm toward her mother earlier, Qiao Sang replied with a grin, "They are, but mostly because your daughter is so accomplished."

"You..." Ye Xiangting couldn't help laughing, then said cheerfully, "Well, you're not wrong."

Back in the day, even the teachers wouldn't greet her with a smile, let alone the principal.

"By the way, Mom, what brings you to pick me up today? Isn't the shop busy?" Qiao Sang asked.

"It's been busier since your preliminary matches and that report about the Flame Hound and Psychic types went viral." Ye Xiangting explained.

"But I hired someone else, and today isn't a weekend, so I could spare some time."

She added, "Mainly, the live-streaming platform keeps crashing every time you appear, which made me worry. So I came to check on you."

Qiao Sang was touched. That's motherly love.

Just then, a mechanical voice came from her mother's phone:

"Route calculated. The journey is 8.5 kilometers. Proceed straight ahead."

"8.5 kilometers?" Qiao Sang blinked.

"Where are we going?"

Ye Xiangting replied, "I saw a news report about a secret realm fissure in Hongrao Town. I missed the last one at the mall because I got the news too late. This time, I don't want to miss it."

So you're here for the secret realm and just decided to pick me up on the way...

9:13 PM, Qingcheng Gardens, Hangang City, Block C, Unit 606

In the kitchen, her mother was busy cooking.

In the living room, Qiao Sang tidied up scattered items, pushed the coffee table closer to the sofa, and created a large empty space. She then formed a hand seal and summoned Yabao.

"Yap!"

Yabao appeared, wagging his tail excitedly upon realizing he was back in the familiar home.

He eagerly glanced around before locking eyes with the dazed Fat Dove near the sofa.

"Yap yap!" Yabao stepped forward enthusiastically, calling out.

"Coo!?" Fat Dove shrieked in horror. Stay away!

"Yap..." Yabao froze, confused.

"Xun! Xun!"

Little Treasure floated over, gesturing wildly with his claws.

"Lu." Lubao, lounging on the sofa, opened one eye at the commotion, figured out the situation, and went back to sleep.

"What's going on?" Ye Xiangting stepped out of the kitchen with a ladle in hand.

She froze at the sight.

Noticing her stunned expression, Qiao Sang suddenly realized what she'd forgotten.

"Oh, uh, this is Yabao. He evolved in Hongrao Town." Qiao Sang explained sheepishly.

"Coo?!" Fat Dove looked incredulous. This giant thing is Yabao?!

"Yap..." Yabao nodded dejectedly.

Fat Dove: !!!

After a long pause, Ye Xiangting snapped out of her daze, giving Qiao Sang a complex look.

"How did he evolve?"

"Well, after one match, someone approached me..." Qiao Sang quickly gave a vague explanation, omitting details like the opponent's three general-level beasts to avoid worrying her mother.

"I see." Ye Xiangting murmured, dazed, as she returned to the kitchen.

Qiao Sang was momentarily surprised. That's it? I thought she'd ask why I didn't tell her immediately.

"Coo!" Nearby, Fat Dove patted Yabao's back with its wing, looking proud. You've grown so much in such a short time! Amazing!

"Yap!" Yabao bashfully patted Fat Dove back.

The pat sent Fat Dove tumbling to the floor.

"Coo..."

Qiao Sang glanced toward the kitchen, then sat on the sofa and pulled out her phone to search for the lottery center's address.