Principal Kampas watched the quartz clock by the poolside while explaining the situation to Idiot. The boy just listened silently, offering no objections or complaints.
After finishing the explanation, Principal Kampas turned to leave. Before departing, he glanced at the simpleton with a cold indifference and said,
"Do you understand? Work must be completed. Only by completing your work can you earn food and other necessities. If you fail, you'll have to accept the punishment I give you. Since you started at seven today, I won't require you to fill it completely, nine-tenths will suffice. "
"I am always clear about rewards and punishments; what I promise you in rewards will never fall short, but the same goes for punishments. Now, get started."
