Pokémon: What should I do? My father-in-law always wants to tear me apart

When Lin Guochang successfully won the championship on the screen, the room, which was originally so quiet that you could hear a pin drop, was instantly broken by exclamations.

Everyone was stunned at first, and then burst into cheers and exclamations that were louder than the last.

Then, as if they had made an appointment, everyone smiled and enthusiastically congratulated Lin Yi's grandmother.

"Congratulations! Guochang is such an amazing kid. He actually became one of the Four Heavenly Kings of China! He is the pride of our entire village!"

A white-haired old man, leaning on a cane, walked forward tremblingly. The wrinkles on his face were squeezed together with excitement, but his voice was exceptionally loud.

"That's right! I've seen this kid is smart and clever since he was young, and his eyes reveal a spirit of not admitting defeat. I knew he had a promising future and would achieve great things sooner or later. Sure enough, he has become a superstar now!"

A middle-aged woman echoed the crowd, holding a young child in her arms. The child looked at the excited adults around him with a look of understanding and grinned as well.

"Grandma Lin, your family will be prosperous in the future. This is a blessing that you have accumulated over several lifetimes! You must remember us old neighbors. We have been taken care of by your family on a daily basis. If there is anything good in the future, don't forget to help us."

A young guy scratched his head and said with a chuckle.

Lin Yi's grandmother stood in the center of the crowd, surrounded by everyone's enthusiasm and congratulations.

A bright smile bloomed on her weather-beaten face, but there were clearly sparkling tears in that smile.

These tears contain the joy that his son's years of hard work have finally paid off, the pride in the family's glory, and the emotion for the difficult times in the past.

She smiled and nodded frequently in response to everyone's blessings, while gently wiping the tears from the corners of her eyes with her rough but warm hands, as if wiping away the traces left by the years and welcoming this sudden but long-awaited moment of happiness.

"Hey! Old man, come and see, Guochang has won the championship and is one of the Four Heavenly Kings!"

Lin Yi's grandmother stood at the door of the old house and shouted with all her might towards the familiar figure in the fields in the distance.

Her voice trembled slightly with excitement and echoed in the quiet country road.

In the field, Lin Yongsheng paused for a moment, holding the hoe tightly in his hand. After a moment of silence, he snorted coldly.

"What does he have to do with me?"

After saying that, he lifted the hoe with a little effort, placed it steadily on his shoulder, and turned to leave.

The long-haired dog next to it seemed to notice the strange mood of its owner. It had been lying quietly on the ground, but now it stood up immediately and gently wagged its tail, with a look of confusion and concern in its eyes.

"You old man, you are so stubborn. That's how Guochang was driven away by you."

Seeing Lin Yongsheng's attitude, Lin Yi's grandmother couldn't help but complain.

Her brows were slightly furrowed, her eyes full of helplessness and heartache.

Back then, the father and son had a fierce quarrel because of their different ideas. Lin Guochang ran away from home in anger. Although they have been in contact occasionally over the years, the knot between father and son has never been completely resolved.

When other people in the village heard the old couple arguing, they gathered around and tried to persuade them.

"Oh, Grandma Lin, please don't get angry and make yourself sick. Grandpa Lin may just be too embarrassed to do that."

"Yes, Guochang has achieved such great success now, Grandpa Lin must be very happy in his heart, but he just doesn't say it."

Voices of persuasion came one after another, trying to ease the slightly tense atmosphere.

"Wang?"

The long-haired dog seemed to sense the subtle change in the atmosphere. It raised its head, its ears erected alertly, its eyes rolling around, looking at Lin Yongsheng, then at Lin Yi's grandmother and the surrounding villagers.

Lin Yongsheng was seen walking slowly along the ridge of the field with big strides. His gradually receding figure seemed a little lonely and desolate under the afterglow of the setting sun.

The slightly raised corners of his mouth inadvertently revealed that deep in his heart there was actually a hint of barely perceptible pride and satisfaction.

Perhaps, beneath his seemingly indifferent appearance, his heart is also moved by his son's success.

It was just that years of estrangement and stubbornness made him unwilling to reveal it easily.

……

The next day, the sun shone softly on every corner of the city, and the press conference went on as scheduled amid everyone's eager anticipation.

The scene was crowded with people, and flash lights were flashing like stars. Reporters from major media outlets were waiting here early with a strong curiosity and sense of mission.

When Lin Guochang's resolute and steady figure appeared in everyone's sight, the entire venue was instantly ignited and the atmosphere was extremely warm.

As the press conference progressed, Lin Guochang's name was like a bombshell, and at an astonishing speed, it quickly spread throughout the world as one of China's new Four Heavenly Kings.

Not long ago, Lin Yi won the Little Phoenix King Cup at the Bird’s Nest. That wonderful event still seems to be echoing in everyone’s mind, and the afterglow has not yet dissipated.

Now, Lin Guochang has successfully won the King of Kings Competition on the same Bird's Nest stage.

The father and son were like twin stars, shining brightly in this land full of glory and dreams, and became famous in an instant.

Their deeds have become a hot topic of discussion among people on the streets. Pokémon training enthusiasts and ordinary people alike all talk about the legendary experience of this father and son with great relish.

Various media outlets reported on the incident, and there was a heated discussion about them on the Internet.

However, Lin Yi, who was at the center of the public opinion whirlpool at the moment, had no awareness of this at all.

He was at Ruan Yaoyao's home in the imperial capital, welcoming Tian Mengru who had arrived as promised.

"I'm really sorry to bother you with this special trip so early in the morning." Lin Yi said politely.

"No need to be so reserved."

Tian Mengru responded, but her face could not hide her haggardness.

Last night's defeat in the King of Kings Tournament was like a cloud hanging over her heart, causing her to toss and turn, unable to fall asleep.

There was a hint of panic in her eyes. She looked around uneasily, then asked softly:

"Is there no one else at your house? Isn't King Lin here?"

"This is... the psychological trauma caused by the beating from my father..."

Lin Yi looked at Tian Mengru's frightened expression and thought to himself.

He turned around and served Tian Mengru a bowl of ginger and barley porridge, and said with concern:

"You probably haven't had breakfast yet? If you don't mind, try the porridge I made."

This porridge was originally prepared by Lin Yi early in the morning for Ruan Yaoyao who was suffering from unbearable abdominal pain due to her period.

"My dad has just been promoted to one of the Four Heavenly Kings, and he has many affairs that he has not yet dealt with. He is now busy with my father-in-law in the alliance. My mom, mother-in-law, and Yaoyao probably haven't gotten up yet this early in the morning."

Lin Yi explained patiently.

"I see……"

Tian Mengru nodded slightly, picked up the bowl and took a sip. Suddenly, a glimmer of surprise flashed in her eyes.

"It tastes great. Your cooking skills are good enough to open a restaurant."

"Thank you for the compliment." Lin Yi responded modestly.

At this time, Tian Mengru noticed that Lin Yi was standing far away from her and pinching his nose, and she couldn't help but feel confused.

"What's wrong? Do I smell weird?"

She wondered secretly, thinking that she had soaked comfortably in the bathtub for a long time last night before going to rest.

Although I was ultimately unable to get rid of insomnia, I shouldn't have any bad body odor.

"No."

Lin Yi shook his head and said frankly: "I just don't like the taste of ginger."

"Then what do you want with this ginger and barley porridge..." Tian Mengru became more and more curious.

“I did it with my nose pinched.”

Lin Yi raised the corners of his mouth, revealing a gentle smile, "Because Yaoyao said she wanted to drink last night."

"...You are so considerate." Tian Mengru praised sincerely.

"Really?" Lin Yi waved his hand.

Tian Mengru paused and asked,

"So, can you show me your fossilized pterosaur?"