Everyone else is a trainer, but you are a swordsman?

"Turn left here... then turn right... why is it so roundabout!"

Xiao Ling recalled the winding route, and the occasional passers-by on the road would cast surprised glances at her from time to time, but she didn't pay any attention.

There are houses scattered around, with wisps of smoke rising from the chimneys and drifting gently in the wind.

The village path was very quiet, with only the sound of Xiao Ling and Blaziken's footsteps on the ground and falling leaves as they ran.

There are rows of low fences on the side of the road, covered with blooming wild flowers, emitting a faint fragrance. Inside are wilted red fire trees, and the red leaves are trembling and falling in the wind.

It is autumn now. The fire tree has finished bearing fruit and is slowly withering, waiting for rebirth next year.

"arrive!"

By this time, it was completely dark, and Xiao Ling finally arrived in front of a three-story building with the word "Police Station" written on the doorplate.

She looked back and it seemed that this place was not too far from the village gate where the lights were on, so she didn't need to walk for so long like in a maze.

"Huh, how did that old man give directions?"

Xiao Ling clicked her tongue, took a deep breath, and then reached out to knock on the door.

Soon.

An ordinary-looking man in police uniform opened the door, followed by a very majestic Arcanine, who was staring at Blaziken fiercely.

The police officer first glanced at Xiao Ling and the flame chicken behind her, as if confirming something, and then asked calmly: "What can I do for you?"

"Officer, I caught two members of the Lava Team in the woods north of the village. They seem to have some plans recently!"

Xiao Ling quickly gestured with her hands and said, "It seems like there's another base of theirs nearby..."

"You come with me first."

The police officer didn't have the patience to listen to her finish. He interrupted Xiao Ling and waved to her, saying, "Let's go in and talk."

There were very few people in the police station. It seemed that everyone had gone home for dinner. Only one or two people passed by and greeted the police officer who was leading the way.

"Um...Excuse me, is Miss Junsha here?"

Xiao Ling looked around and asked behind the police officer.

"There is no Junsha to guard Huolin Village."

The police officer shook his head and continued to lead the way.

Xiao Ling followed the police officer into the office. Flammel threw the two tied-up Lava Team members to the ground and stood beside Xiao Ling.

The officer motioned her to sit down and began asking about the details of the Lava Team.

Xiao Ling told the police how she discovered the Lava Team and emphasized that they seemed to be planning something.

But looking at the calm expression of the police officer, he didn't seem to care about the information about the Lava Team's plans, bases, etc. Instead, he asked about the battle between Xiao Ling and two Lava Team members.

"You mean... you defeated them all by yourself?" The police officer asked Xiao Ling with surprise in his eyes.

"Yes, they were too weak and fell down without much fighting." Xiao Ling nodded, as if she thought it was no big deal.

"Okay...thank you for the clue, little girl."

The officer's eyes flickered imperceptibly, and he loosened the Pokeball he had been quietly gripping. He then stood up and said, "We will immediately investigate."

"However, you must also be careful about your own safety and avoid acting alone. If there are any unusual situations, please report them to us immediately."

"Ok."

Xiao Ling nodded, then turned around and asked, "By the way, do you know where the hotel in the village is?"

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Sinnoh Festival City, Trainer School.

"So, you just came out of the police station and are calling me in the hotel?" Feng asked, bringing the communication bracelet close to his mouth.

"Yes, I always feel something is strange. The police officer doesn't seem to want to deal with this matter." Xiao Ling sighed, with a helpless tone in her voice.

"It's normal not to want to get involved. A large dark organization like the Magma Team is not something a village police officer can mess with."

Feng analyzed that he had also witnessed the Sky Team's arrogance when he was in Kanaz City. The police alone could not control them. The Lava Team would definitely not be worse than them. They had the capital to be arrogant.

"But the problem is..."

Feng pondered, "First, the Lava Team's base is near the village, and the team members came out hunting so brazenly. Could it be that the villagers didn't notice at all?"

"Secondly, according to your description, the officer's expression shouldn't have been so calm after seeing Flammel and the two Magma Team members. Surprise and a frown are normal, unless... he already knew about it."

"what?"

Xiao Ling exclaimed in surprise, wondering, "How is this possible? Wait... could it be that old man?"

Xiao Ling thought of the old man at the village entrance who deliberately pointed her to a longer route, making her take more time on the journey. Could it be that he was the one who tipped off the police?

But judging by his attire, he probably wouldn't be using any high-tech gadgets like a communication bracelet. He probably used other Pokémon to deliver messages, or wrote a note.

"If that's the case, then it's not as simple as the police officer not wanting to get involved."

Feng continued to analyze, "It's possible that he wants to attack you, or he may have other purposes...but it can't be a good thing."

Suddenly, a terrible idea came to Feng's mind - could this village be a stronghold of the Lava Team?

"Return to the base before sunset"

"Get to the village before sunset"

Judging from the distance, it seems to be about the same.

If that's the case, it's possible that Huolin Village and the Magma Team have reached some kind of cooperation. After seeing Xiao Ling tying up a Magma Team member, the villagers wanted to take action, but they were unsure of Xiao Ling's strength...

What they will do now is most likely to tip off the Lava Team and find the strong players from the Lava Team!

It is very likely that it was the senior cadre bonfire.

Thinking of this, Feng immediately told Xiao Ling his thoughts.

"No way, how is this possible..."

Xiao Ling found it a little hard to believe. The Lava Team was a dark organization hated by everyone. Who would have thought that the kind villagers and righteous police officers in the village would collude with each other?

"We should always prepare for the worst, especially in dangerous situations like this."

Feng said seriously, "Xiao Ling, I'm sorry to trouble you to hurry on your way again. We have to rush to Fuyan Town overnight. The Lava Team probably can't reach there."

"Ah? Leaving now?" Xiao Ling's surprised voice came from the communication bracelet.

She suddenly heard that a crisis was coming, and Feng told her to escape immediately, so she couldn't react for a while.

"Xiao Ling, quickly release Master Itachi and leave under the cover of night." Feng's voice was filled with urgency. "It should still be in time."

Although Xiao Ling has the protection of her master Itachi, what if the senior officers of the Magma Team are also there?

"To be on the safe side, you'd better leave first. Remember to go out through the window, not the main door." Feng warned.

Xiao Ling hesitated for a moment, then said firmly, "Okay, Feng, I believe you."

"I'll hang up first. I'll call you back when I get to Fuyan Town."

"Take care. If you encounter danger, tell Master Itachi not to fight."

Feng finally reminded him, "If necessary, you can let it cover your retreat. If you can move, it can move too!"

"Yeah, you have to take care of yourself too..." Xiao Ling said softly.

Then, a busy tone came from the phone.