SLLBTT Chapter 10
Translated by Q the Panda (ko-fi)
⋇⊶⊰Chapter 10⊱⊷⋇
After a moment's thought, the Snow Wolf King contacted the class teacher, and asked warmly, "How's the difficulty level of the courses now? Are the consorts able to adapt?"
The class teacher replied, "Reporting to the Great King, the course difficulty is indeed quite high. Most students find it challenging. Many of them require after-class tutoring."
The Snow Wolf King casually asked, "Whose foundation is the weakest?"
The class teacher answered, "Beautiful Lady Jiao has a relatively weak foundation. Today, he attended tutoring until nine in the evening, but it seems he only vaguely understood the content."
Lanmao, listening on the side, thought, "No wonder Beautiful Lady Jiao took leave. Attending tutoring until nine in the evening and then having to do homework afterward! Where's the time for attending to the Great King's chambers?"
The Snow Wolf King didn't want to appear biased, so he said, "Are there any other consorts who need tutoring?"
"Yes, basically, most of them have attended tutoring sessions."
"So, the courses are this difficult," the Snow Wolf King said. "Let's adjust the difficulty appropriately. Don't overload them with eight subjects. Start with three–Chinese, Math, and English. Teach them some basics first, lay a solid foundation, and then we can see."
"Yes," the class teacher replied, while feeling a bit puzzled. Previously, the Snow Wolf King wanted everyone to study advanced Mathematics and college-level Chinese, filling their schedules with eight subjects. Now, he was suggesting focusing on basics?
However, since the Snow Wolf King mentioned laying a foundation, there was no doubt it would be done.
After the call ended, the Snow Wolf King went online to check the materials used in their classes and asked those around him, "By the way, what's Beautiful Lady Jiao's educational background?"
Hong Huli replied, "I'm not entirely sure about that, but educational resources in the mountainous areas of the snow leopard tribe are not very abundant."
Nodding at this information, Snow Wolf King said, "I see..." He then thought of Liu Jiao's youthful appearance. Even if he was studying normally, he might not have attended university yet. How could he handle such difficult courses?
Lanmao, understanding the Snow Wolf King's intentions, spoke up, "Actually, our policy is to implement 'new methods for newcomers, old methods for the old.' Beautiful Lady Jiao didn't go through this exam system when entering the palace. What if we exempt him from studying and exams?"
"Wouldn't that be inappropriate?" Hong Huli said. "If he's the only one in the harem not taking classes, it might not be good for him."
"Huli is right," the Snow Wolf King nodded, adding, "Besides, a bit of education will be good for him."
Meanwhile, in the Chunguang Pavilion, Liu Jiao was exhausted from solving problems. Wanting some fresh air, he went to the courtyard only to find Leng Jiao, usually dignified and aloof, squatting on the ground and munching on grass.
Liu Jiao froze. "Leng Jiao...?"
Leng Jiao lifted his head. "Greetings, Beautiful Lady."
Liu Jiao squatted down, watching this dignified beauty still chewing grass. "Are you also going crazy with homework?"
"I am a sheep. I eat grass, whether I go crazy or not."
Liu Jiao snapped back to reality. "Oh... right."
"Many thanks for Beautiful Lady's concern," Leng Jiao added, "I'm just having a normal midnight snack."
Liu Jiao looked up at the western side hall, noticing lights were on there, and remarked, "Looks like Bai Juan is also working hard studying."
Leng Jiao nodded while continuing to chew.
Liu Jiao turned to Leng Jiao and asked, "Are you still chewing?"
"I am a sheep," Leng Jiao explained mechanically, unbothered, "I just keep chewing."
Liu Jiao apologized somewhat, "Sorry, I didn't do well in biology."
"I noticed," Leng Jiao said, "You probably didn't excel in much."
"......"
"No disrespect intended," Leng Jiao said, continuing to chew with an indifferent expression.
At this moment, the two received a message from the class teacher: "Due to schedule adjustments, tomorrow's classes are canceled, and no homework needs to be submitted."
Upon seeing this delightful message, Liu Jiao was so moved that he almost cried out with joy.
From the western side hall, Bai Juan's voice could be heard cursing, "F*ck! Why didn't they say so earlier? I worked so hard to prepare! Screw this!"
Liu Jiao was taken aback. Thinking of the graceful and ethereal appearance of Bai Juan, he exclaimed, "Heavens, Xiao Die knows how to swear?"
"Yes," Leng Jiao nodded, "Xiao Die has a temper."
After receiving the class teacher's message, the classes were adjusted, giving the academy a few days off. Everyone was spared from attending school. However, the Snow Wolf King became busy and didn't have time to summon Liu Jiao. With time on his hands, Liu Jiao, along with Leng Jiao, decided to alleviate boredom and went to the western side hall, knocking on the door to play with Bai Juan.
However, Bai Juan claimed to feel unwell and refused to go out, but he was actually studying——seriously studying. This was a secret he wouldn't tell anyone, a realization after being a top student for many years. His usual mantra was, "Ah, I haven't reviewed at all. I've just been sleeping."
Liu Jiao then pulled Leng Jiao and asked, "What should we play?"
Leng Jiao replied, "Beautiful Lady, you decide."
Liu Jiao thought for a moment and suggested, "How about we go find the Great King for a face check?"
"Face check?" Leng Jiao was puzzled. "Is that a payment method?"
Liu Jiao shook his head, "No, since you just entered the palace, you might not know. Consorts like us are prone to falling out of favor, so we need to regularly show up in front of the Great King to prevent him from forgetting about us."
"But..." Leng Jiao replied, "I won't fall out of favor."
Liu Jiao's eyes widened. "Why?"
"Because I never received any favor."
Liu Jiao didn't know what to say for a moment. "So, you haven't met the Great King?"
"No."
Liu Jiao felt it was a pity. "That's such a shame! Let me tell you, the Great King is truly magnificent!"
"Oh."
"Don't be so indifferent. It's true!" Liu Jiao said unwillingly, "The Great King is the most beautiful! Even more beautiful than all of you!"
Leng Jiao nodded, "Oh."
"Don't you believe me?" Liu Jiao pulled Leng Jiao and said, "Come with me. I'll show you!"
"I do not not believe..."
Even so, Leng Jiao's strength was no match for the snow leopard's, so he was forcefully dragged along.
Soon, they arrived at the Snow Wolf King's palace. The snow leopard pointed to the wall and said, "You grew up in the snowy mountains. You should be able to climb over it, right?"
"I can, I can," Leng Jiao looked up, "But why not use the door?"
"Ah?" Liu Jiao was also puzzled. "Yeah, why not?"
Inspired by Leng Jiao, Liu Jiao went outside the palace. The guards, seeing them seeking an audience, went to inform the Snow Wolf King. At that moment, the Snow Wolf King was completing a task. When he heard that Liu Jiao had come, he felt somewhat pleased. "Beautiful Lady Jiao is here?"
"Yes, and he brought a Talented Lady as well," the guard replied.
"Oh?" The Snow Wolf King was a bit puzzled. "What for?"
The guard said, "This servant doesn't know, but it seems the Beautiful Lady said he wanted to bring the Talented Lady to 'open his eyes.'"
Although the Snow Wolf King was confused, he still allowed Liu Jiao and Leng Jiao to enter.
Leng Jiao was about to greet the Great King when he saw Liu Jiao had already bounced over to the Snow Wolf King, holding Snow Wolf King's face and saying, "Look, Jiao'er, isn't the Great King the most beautiful?"
Leng Jiao was stunned.
The Great King was also stunned.
Leng Jiao regained his composure and said, "Yes, absolutely, what the Beautiful Lady said is very true."
The Snow Wolf King smiled at Liu Jiao and said, "What's going on? Did you specifically bring this..." Snow Wolf King couldn't recall Leng Jiao's name, so he vaguely said, "...this one to discuss my appearance?"
Liu Jiao replied, "Exactly. I told him that you are more beautiful than all of us. Since he hasn't seen you, he doesn't believe it..."
"No, I haven't, don't say things like that," Leng Jiao, being a sheep in the presence of a wolf, instinctively tensed, "I believe the Great King's appearance must be outstanding."
The Snow Wolf King, taking advantage of the situation, embraced Liu Jiao and laughed, "I disagree. I think Xiao Jiao is more beautiful. Otherwise, I wouldn't have bestowed the title 'Beautiful Lady' upon you."
"Me?" Liu Jiao pointed to himself, "Am I really that good-looking?"
"Forget it, neither of us can give an impartial judgment!" The Snow Wolf King waved his sleeve, pointing at Leng Jiao, and said, "You speak."
Leng Jiao looked up, "Baa?"
The Snow Wolf King found Liu Jiao good-looking, so if Leng Jiao said the Snow Wolf King looked better, it would be like contradicting the Snow Wolf King. But if Leng Jiao said Liu Jiao looked better, it would be like saying the Snow Wolf King wasn't as good-looking...
This question was too difficult. Might as well go back and study advanced mathematics.