This kind of thing had been seen by the two Masters many times over and was an unspoken rule of their profession. After thanking the villagers profusely, they accepted the gifts. As for those villagers who had forgotten or hadn't brought any gifts, the Masters didn't show any displeasure. After all, it depended on the individual's willingness, and to demand more would be in bad taste.
Seeing the Masters accept the gifts, the villagers did not feel the pang of loss, but rather heaved a sigh of relief. Once they had successfully registered their children, they sent them off to the spacious and bright schoolhouse and went back home cheerfully.
