Pokémon: Master System.

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Chapter 336 The Secret Realm of the Water City

"What a thick fog."

The yacht's engines roared incessantly, and the icy sea behind it spread out like a spider web. The yacht sped through the mist, trying to escape the icy sea behind it.

The further we drove, the thicker the fog became, until we couldn't see our own hands in front of our faces. All we could faintly hear was the howling of the cold wind and the frost blowing in our faces.

However, no matter how fast the yacht accelerated, the fog seemed like a series of locks, and it was impossible to break through.

"It seems we can't get out." Looking at the increasingly thick fog around them, Old Chen's face darkened. He glanced back at the icy sea, his mood growing heavier: "We have to find a way."

"Let's wait a bit. Maybe the fog will dissipate after a while," He Wenbin said to the crowd, his face equally grim, though he remained relatively calm.

He never expected such an accident to happen today.

"I hope so." Old Chen's tone carried a hint of pessimism: "This is the first time I've encountered such a situation in all these years."

"With such thick fog and such cold weather, have we run into Regice or Kyurem?" Despite his depressed mood, He Wenbin still joked to ease the pressure on everyone present.

"Old He, please shut your mouth. If it were Kyurem, do you think we'd have any chance of survival?"

"What if? Maybe Kyurem is in a good mood today and lets us go."

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Sitting on the sofa inside the yacht, Xia Yu had no interest in listening to Lao Chen and He Wenbin's bickering.

He was holding the Charizard, staring blankly at the cluster of flames on its tail. Just now, he and He Wenbin had been freezing in the sea, and now he only felt his forehead was burning and his head was a little dizzy.

It was obvious that being in the sea and freezing cold had made him catch a chill, and his body temperature was rising rapidly.

This also made Xia Yu's reaction slow. Looking at the white mist and the icy sea behind him, he pondered his next move.

He hesitated between trying to escape or turning back to fight Gigantamax Lapras.

Xia Yu himself didn't know how to escape the narrow gap in the secret realm.

All he knew was that if they defeated the Gigantamax Lapras inside the Rift, the Rift would disappear, and they would naturally return to the real world.

However, what worries Xia Yu now is that with their team's configuration, they may not necessarily be able to defeat this Gigantamax Lapras.

The ocean is Laplace's home turf. Even if Xia Yu, with his Iron Warrior strength and the newly joined Darkrai, could defeat Laplace, he would have no way to escape if Laplace wanted to.

"Xia Yu, what are you thinking about?" Long Yanning's voice rang out. She noticed that Xia Yu had been sitting on the sofa without saying a word since they came ashore.

"Nothing," Xia Yu replied, looking down. "I was thinking about how to get out."

"This is the umpteenth time we've encountered danger." Long Yanning had a very good attitude. In the world of Pokémon, you always encounter bizarre and wonderful events, and you get used to it over time.

Perhaps seeing Xia Yu's somewhat dejected state, Long Yan Ning even took the initiative to joke, whispering to Xia Yu, "The Shiny Shield Sword Monster counts as one, and the Dream Realm counts as one. This is the third time already."

Listening to Long Yanning's words, Xia Yu also realized that when he was with Long Yanning, unexpected things seemed to happen all the time.

However, this unexpected incident was due to Xia Yu carrying the Wishing Star; without it, the Secret Realm Rift could not be activated.

"Things don't happen more than three times. This is definitely the last time." Xia Yu replied with a smile, "Besides, haven't we always managed to escape danger? This time will be no exception."

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Just as the two were talking, a ray of sunlight suddenly pierced through the fog and shone on the ship.

This ray of sunlight brought hope to everyone, and Old Chen steered the yacht faster and deeper into the direction from which the sunlight was coming.

The fog quickly dissipated, and the weather turned hot again. The azure sea and the cloudless sky made everyone feel as if they were in a dream.

They had been unable to escape the thick fog just moments before, but now they had escaped it in the blink of an eye.

There was something strange about everything.

When everyone looked back, they only saw the shimmering sea. The biting cold and the spreading ice sea had disappeared. Even now, everyone still felt a lingering fear.

"We're out." Although they had escaped the fog, Old Chen's expression wasn't particularly good. Today's events had been far too bizarre.

"Hmm." He Wenbin, who was standing to the side, finally smiled. He didn't want to experience that biting coldness again. "I told you to wait a little longer. Here we are."

"Sunshine, sea, sea breeze, it's so nice."

Those who survived the ordeal breathed a sigh of relief, and smiles appeared on their faces.

"Let's go back."

"it is good."

"I should also report what happened today to the Pokémon Association. I have a bad feeling about this."

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After returning to shore, Xia Yu and Long Yanning lost interest in continuing their sightseeing and went straight back to their hotel to rest.

Over the next few days, Xia Yu was not in good spirits due to the frostbite. She spent several days sightseeing in the city and hotels, taking photos, enjoying the scenery, taking baths, and sunbathing.

As for Laplace in the narrow crevice of the secret realm, Xia Yu was in no hurry to subdue it.

Because one must carry the item Wishing Star to enter the Secret Realm Rift, and given the rarity of Wishing Stars, it is almost impossible for others to enter the Secret Realm Rift. Xia Yu also has ample time to prepare his plan to capture Laplace.

Firstly, since you're fighting at sea, you'll need a powerful Water-type Pokémon.

The Roaring Tyrant that Xia Yu just tamed is quite strong, but its aptitude is a bit lacking, so it's barely usable.

Secondly, both Iron Warrior and Darkrai need to further enhance their strength.

Finally, we need to find a way to solve the problem of Laplace's escape.

Only by solving these three problems will Xia Yu have a chance to capture this Laplace that has not yet appeared.

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After finishing his seven-day trip, Xia Yu sent Long Yan Ning back to the capital. Then he went to the Pokémon Association's treasure vault, selected an S-rank Dragon-type item, and completed the prerequisite quest for the Mind Drop.

Mission: [Water City Siblings]

Prerequisite Quest 1: Collect S-Rank Psychic Items (1/1), Completed.

Prerequisite Quest 2: Collect S-Rank Dragon-Type Items (1/1), Completed.

Prerequisite Task 4: Achieve at least the Quasi-Heavenly King level in strength (Completed)

Prerequisite Task 3: Locate the exact location of the Water City Secret Realm (0/1), not completed.

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Now, only one prerequisite quest remains for the Water City siblings, and it is also the most difficult one.

Finding the hidden paradise of the water city in the vast world is no easy task.

Having temporarily put aside the mission, Xia Yu was about to set off on his trip the next day when he was stopped by Liu Yunxuan, who had arrived early at his door.

Looking at Liu Yunxuan, Xia Yu couldn't help but feel nervous, and he couldn't help but think of Xiao Wanyu.

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Chapter 337 Key

Xia Yu looked at Liu Yunxuan in front of him, feeling inexplicably guilty. He couldn't help but touch his nose, which was also one of Xia Yu's little habits: "Um, Miss Liu, what do you need me for?"

"Take the keys, the keys to Zishan Villa, the specific address is..." Liu Yunxuan didn't waste any words and directly threw a bunch of keys to Xia Yu: "Remember to keep your phone on, a design company will contact you later. You can decide what you want it to look like. The money for the renovation has already been prepaid."

Seeing the key flying towards him, Xia Yu was momentarily stunned and instinctively caught it.

It took Xia Yu more than ten seconds to come to her senses: "What do you mean by this?"

Liu Yunxuan rolled her eyes at Xia Yu, her gaze seemingly carrying a hint of disdain.

Her gaze seemed to be one of contempt for a gigolo, and then she tossed her long hair, turned around, got into the car, and did it all in one smooth motion, not wanting to say another word to Xia Yu.

"Wanyu asked me to give this to you."

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Xia Yu looked at the keys in his hand, then at the taillights of the car, his brows furrowing as he recalled Liu Yunxuan's last words before she left.

What did Xiao Wanyu give to herself?

What do you mean?

Do you look down on yourself?

She wants to be kept by a sugar daddy!

I, Xia Yu, a dignified eight-foot-tall man, how could I accept food offered with contempt?

Wait a minute, Zishan Villa? Holy crap, isn't that the villa I was looking at not long ago? Not only is it ridiculously expensive, but even if you have the money, you might not be able to buy it.

Besides having money, there are certain requirements for homeowners to buy houses there.

They must be either highly skilled trainers, members of the social elite, or hold important positions in the Pokémon Association. There are also certain requirements regarding net worth; not only must their savings be in the nine figures, but their income must also be clean.

Even if an ordinary nouveau riche wanted to buy it, they couldn't.

How did Xiao Wanyu know I wanted a house in Zishan Villa? Damn, this woman is spying on me.

Oh well, anyone who wants to find out where I am can find out anyway.