So charming, you want me to raise Pokémon?

Chapter 210 The Return Journey

Chapter 210 The Return Journey

Holidays are always like this, slipping away unnoticed. When you come to your senses, you realize that you seem to have done nothing, yet you also seem to have done quite a lot.

After a short rest, everyone arrived at the airport and waited for their respective flights.

"No, I don't want to make movies, I don't want to go to work!!!"

Because Hoenn is in the post-disaster reconstruction period and needs cultural and entertainment support, and Queen Kalos happened to be present and contributed to the Hoenn incident, and Donghuang happened to have a book about Hoenn's legendary Pokémon, which could be used as a script with slight modifications, the Hoenn government and Karni's agent hit it off immediately. In the second half of next year, "God Race I," a co-production between Hoenn, Kalos, and Donghuang, will be brought to the big screen. The only one who has objections is Karni, whose vacation was suddenly cut and who is on the verge of tears.

Karni cried and screamed on the phone, "I've done my part for Hoenn, I studied abroad for Hoenn, I want to see Cynthia!!!"

Cynthia said regretfully, "I'm sorry, I have to go back to Donghuang to teach. The students are waiting for me. Good luck to you."

She had given the students of Donghuang too long a vacation. If she didn't go back soon, the students wouldn't be able to accumulate enough participation points, and they wouldn't even be able to find a reason to get extra points. They would all fail. As for her best friend—or rather, she could finally get rid of that big mouth.

The rewards from Hoenn and the profits from completing the first stage of the challenge have arrived in their accounts. Kukui and his group plan to return to Alola to let everyone know they are safe, and he also misses his wife.

"Lillie, are you really not coming back with us?" Mao asked.

"Well, I plan to stay in Fangyuan to take care of some things before going back," Lillie said. These past few days, apart from spending time with Wei Xin, she had spent her time dealing with matters concerning the island and the energy workshop, and had achieved some small results. Considering her plan to establish her own power on the island—which required a sufficient number of professional and loyal people—she had a bold idea.

"Okay, is it just my imagination? You seem to be looking better these past few days, your complexion is rosier, and your skin is smoother," Mao said. These past few days, she had a feeling that Lillie and Water Lily were hiding something from her.

"Perhaps it's because the climate in Hoenn is more humid," Lillie said casually, glancing at Wei Xin, who was giving instructions to Higana.

With a major boost every two days, plus intermittent minor supplements in between, how could it not be nourishing? If it weren't for special circumstances, she wouldn't have been willing to let Wei Xin leave.

"Really? Then why haven't I changed—" Before Gladio could finish speaking, Shui Lian covered his mouth. She had accepted Lillie's favor and promised to keep Lillie's secret, so she couldn't let the silly Chun talk nonsense.

Children shouldn't interfere in adults' affairs.

"Chieftain, you really will come to pick me up, right—you won't leave me alone in Hoenn, will you?" Higana grabbed Wei Xin's arm, afraid that Wei Xin was just making up an excuse to leave her in Hoenn and go back to Donghuang to have fun alone, even though she had already memorized Wei Xin's scent and could find him no matter where he was.

"Listen to me, you stay in Hoenn and help Lillie with her tasks. As for the rest, just let her handle it."

"Understood, I will definitely protect the doctor." Just as Xijiana was about to let slip, she felt everyone's gaze on her, her hair stood on end, and she touched her rumbling stomach. She quickly corrected herself, "Pah, I mean the young lady's safety."

After spending a few days together, Lillie had already trained Higana well. People can't teach others, but they can teach people through experience. She learned it in one go. Whenever she said or did something wrong, her food was reduced. The child had developed a conditioned reflex.

Poor Higana, in her most innocent and hungry years, was manipulated by a wicked woman.

Lanbo leaned closer to Wei Xin: "Wei Xin, are you free now? I have something I want to talk to you about."

"Of course, Doctor, please say so." Wei Xin followed Doctor Mulan to a safety exit.

Dr. Mulan said earnestly, "Something happened at Galar Corporation, so I plan to take my people back directly. But before I leave, I'd like to talk to you about Little Mary."

Wei Xin blinked. Was this meeting the parents? No, there was also Mr. Nie Zi.

"Please speak," Wei Xin nodded obediently, listening attentively.

Dr. Mulan said, "I've watched Mary grow up since she was little. You should know the situation in Spiketown, so I won't go into details. Children from poor families mature early, so she has a strong personality and can be stubborn sometimes, but she's actually a very kind and gentle child. In your young people's terms, she's probably a bit arrogant, and sometimes she doesn't mean what she says—."

Arrogant? Wei Xin recalled his experience with Mary—I've seen her being charming, but where's the arrogance?

It was donated to Jianding Town?

"I can tell that Mary has a thing for you. You're a good guy, mature and steady, and your drive is undeniable. I doubt you could find another young person in Galar who can compare to you. You're also talented and responsible. I, as your grandmother, approve of you. So, if Mary accidentally says something wrong, don't take it to heart."

"How could that be?" Wei Xin's expression suddenly turned serious.

Dr. Mulan's pocket suddenly made a sound. She quickly tapped her cane to attract Wei Xin's attention. Before Dr. Mulan could speak, Wei Xin continued, "How could I not take to heart what a girl I like says? But a girl's a little capriciousness is also cute; I'll know how to coax her anyway."

Some girls have terrible personalities, but they are so beautiful that their terrible appearance has a unique charm, like Miss Mary hiding in her phone.

Dr. Mulan was slightly taken aback, then chuckled and said, "You're such a smooth talker, what girl could resist that? Alright, then I'm relieved. As for Nie Zi, I'll talk to him about it."

Go ahead and do it!

"Did you hear what he said? He said he likes you!" After Wei Xin left, Dr. Mulan took out her phone, and a weak voice came from inside.

"Um.

At that moment, Mary, hiding in the bathroom, was already blushing with embarrassment and blurted out what she liked...

After a moment, Mary spoke up: "My brother's side—"

Concern can cloud judgment, and now is a crucial time, so she plans to keep it from her brother for the time being.

Let's wait for a suitable opportunity.

"Don't worry, I'll handle things with Nie Zi. There's not much Grandma can do to help you. Wei Xin is quite popular, so you should seize the opportunity and not let other girls beat you to it." Dr. Mulan smiled with satisfaction. This is what young people are like.

Mary hummed in agreement, remembering her promise to Wei Xin when she set off—there was no escaping it anyway.

Instead of taking the initiative, we should turn the tables and make the first move.

As the flight took off from the skies of Hoenn, everyone, with their own thoughts and goals, came to an end on their Hoenn journey.

The plane landed at Shanghai Airport. After disembarking and walking out of the airport, the group suddenly felt a surge of fatigue as they realized the trip was over.

"I'm planning to go home and rest for a while. Wei Xin, what are your plans after that?" Mary yawned and asked casually.

"I need to take care of something at the antique market first." Now that he had the Rainbow Feather, Wei Xin planned to go find Grandma Bell to fulfill his promise. Besides, the old bell that the old lady gave him had saved his life. He wasn't Tang Sanzang; he couldn't forget about this. "Then I'll go home and tidy up, and then go to my teacher to let her know I'm safe."

Before Wei Xin arrived, he spoke with the professor on the phone. The others at the research center seemed to be busy with something. He snorted. His junior brother had returned in triumph, but his senior brothers, sisters, and master didn't even line the streets to welcome him. He wouldn't listen to them. He was courting death.

As for rest? Hmph, valuable people never rest. A pillar of society like me must keep working.

"Gladio, what about you?" Gladio did not return to Alola with Professor Kukui, but chose to stay in the Eastern Empire to train.

"After this trip, an even greater adventure awaits. My cultivation journey is not yet over," Gladio laughed. Before returning, Lillie had enrolled him in a wave-guide training course at Wudang Mountain. It just so happened that he had a deep interest in wave-guide cultivation. It can only be said that the eldest brother is like a father, and Lillie truly deserves to be her little darling.

Wei Xin smiled but didn't say anything. He wouldn't tell Gladgio that Lillie simply thought he was a bit of a nuisance, so she found a tactful reason to send him to the tutoring center and lock him up.

As you know, a worn-out cotton-padded jacket is only useful at noon, because it will let in drafts in the morning and evening.

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At the antique market, in a handmade bell shop, Wei Xin pushed open the door, and the jingling of bells rang out. "Grandma, I've come to see you!"

"Ling~" Wind chimes floated down from the ceiling. Upon seeing Wei Xin, they were overjoyed and quickly floated through the curtain into the room.

"Oh, is there a guest? Just a moment, they'll be right there." The old lady's voice sounded much hoarseer than before.

With Feng Lingling's help, the old lady stepped into the shop, walked up to Wei Xin, stared at him for a moment, her cloudy eyes failing to recognize him, and asked, "Hello, what kind of bell would you like to buy? I'm sorry, our shop no longer supports custom orders."

"It's me, Wei Xin—the one who took the transparent bell from you last time." Wei Xin released Tibrim.

"Timi." Tibrim understood immediately, took out a transparent bell from her hair, and handed it to Wind Chime.

"Ring~" Feng Lingling held the bell and floated to Grandma's side, gently shaking it. Then Wei Xin took out the Rainbow Feather from his pocket and placed it on the table in front of the old lady.

Rainbow feathers, accompanied by harmonious bell sounds, emitted a soft glow, filling the entire shop with warmth, and gradually, the old woman's cloudy eyes cleared.

"This is—Ho-Oh's feather." The old woman's wrinkles twitched slightly, and her face lit up with surprise. Only now did she recognize Wei Xin. "It's you! You've met Ho-Oh. It seems you've had another exciting adventure."

"Thanks to your bell, it saved my life," Wei Xin said.

"This is a good thing; it's also a way for me to accumulate good karma."

The old woman looked at the rainbow-colored feathers, feeling their warmth wash over her, and it was as if she saw her younger self standing on the edge of a cliff, with the Phoenix King flapping its wings above her head, soaring high towards the rainbow and the sun. She couldn't help but feel a sense of longing.

I wish I were twenty years younger.

The shop was silent except for the sound of breaths blowing through the bells, which jingled softly as they swayed.

After a long while, the old lady finally turned her gaze away from her younger self and the adventure, still feeling a little unsatisfied.

"Take the rainbow feather back," the old woman said with a smile. "And then—give me your address."

That thing needs to be taken over.

..

After leaving the shop, Wei Xin chose to return to the villa first.

He released all the little guys. Sylveon and Kirlia stayed with Wei Xin, Togepi was held in Wei Xin's arms, and the other little guys ran to play in the yard. Selkie ran to the pool to rest, and Lugia wanted to go too, but it was too big. It turned its head to look at the river and suddenly plunged in, splashing water into the garden and soaking everyone.

Especially Tibrim, who was weak in fire and water, was in the most sorry state and was cursed with the most nasty words.

"Hey, Pipa, are you there? I have something I'd like Godfather to try." Wei Xin pushed open the door and found the room was very tidy.

"Ah, you must have had a tough adventure." Piper walked over from the garden, put down the shears in her hand, and only then did Wei Xin notice that his garden had been repaired and looked much better than before he set off.

"You actually know about garden design?" Wei Xin asked in surprise.

"When I was a kid, I had nothing to do, so I did some research on it," Pipa said.

Is he really just bored and has nothing better to do? Wei Xin expressed doubt about this, saying that perhaps Batman, after losing his parents, can only embrace knowledge in solitude.

"Quickly release the Mastiff Godfather!" Wei Xin excitedly pulled out the Rainbow Feather, even adding a sound effect. "Clang, clang! The legendary feather that can bring people and Pokémon back to life, the Rainbow Feather. Maybe it can restore the Mastiff Godfather to health."

"Ho-Oh's feathers?" Piper exclaimed in surprise. During the period after losing his parents, he searched for a lot of information in an attempt to find them, including the legend of the rainbow feathers.

However, the rainbow feather that can bring people back to life is extremely precious. "Are you really planning to use it on the Mastiff Godfather?" Pipa released the Mastiff Godfather in shock. He and Wei Xin were at most strangers.

"Hey, buddy." He was a kind-hearted man who couldn't stand seeing good people suffer while bad people got away with it. Moreover, according to the contents of the notes, Pipa's parents' disappearance was closely related to him, so this was a small compensation.

Unfortunately, when Wei Xin placed the Rainbow Feather in front of the Mastiff Godfather, the Rainbow Feather only glowed slightly, and the Mastiff Godfather only slightly opened his eyes, showing no signs of improvement.

"Sorry, Rainbow Feather doesn't seem to be working," Wei Xin said regretfully. Rainbow Feather's resurrection ability is more like an administrator account recovery than a healer's healing. In the case of Mastiff Godfather, his maximum health has been depleted and he needs to replenish it. The two operate on different principles.

It seems the only way to find Pipa's parents is with the Rainbow Feather.

"It's okay, I'm already..." Pipa was about to say that he was used to disappointment, but then he remembered that Wei Xin was willing to take out the precious Rainbow Feather, and he shouldn't bring this regret to others, so he changed his words and said, "There will always be other ways."

"Speaking of which—" Wei Xin put away the Rainbow Feather, "Pippa, do you know how to mine?"

"Mining?" Piper recalled the Mastiff Godfather, looking puzzled. "I know a little about it."

"Alright, help me make some preparations, and we'll take some time to go to Shanxi to see if we can find the legendary secret seasoning." Wei Xin said, "Da Wu can't go out to mine, so he can only cry and make a fuss in Hoenn. So pitiful."

He had no choice but to step up and take the lead, so he needed solid logistical support, and Piper's large backpack was undoubtedly the best choice.

With our combined efforts, we can surely defeat that Pokémon.

Moreover, the secret seasoning is inextricably linked to the power of the crystal, and as the child of the Futu couple, Pipa has also done some research on this.

Most importantly, team battles are a traditional activity that you can't miss.

The two people can also look after each other.

"Okay!" Papa agreed without hesitation. Wei Xin was willing to take out the Rainbow Feather, so what else could he say?

Just trust me, I'll hit wherever Wei Xin points.

After lunch, Wei Xin tidied up the data and reports and then headed to the research center.

As soon as he entered, his senior brother saw Wei Xin and immediately greeted him.

"Wei Xin is back, everyone get moving."

What's going on?

Before Wei Xin could react, his senior brothers and sisters rushed over from all directions, holding black and red long hats and black hat ornaments with tassels in their hands. They stood next to Wei Xin, opened their hands, and put the hat ornaments on Wei Xin's head.

Wearing armor, they merged.

Senior Sister Huang took the huge camera and aimed it at Wei Xin's head, snapping three shots in quick succession.

"OK!" The senior colleague checked the photos in the camera, pinched them lightly between her index finger and thumb, and said, "You can send the photos to the current affairs office now."

Two senior brothers, holding salute cannons, came over.

Bang! Bang!

Golden fireworks ribbons drifted down.

The next second, Wei Xin heard his senior classmates at the research institute clapping excitedly and shouting, "Congratulations on your master's degree, junior!"

Wei Xin looked bewildered: "Huh?"

What the heck?

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