Why is my Pokémon acting a little weird?

“…” Qiao Ran opened his mouth as if he wanted to say something, but his eyes paused for a moment, and he finally stopped thinking.

At that moment, the first thing he thought of was to get some food from the real world to help these poor children.

However—this is only a temporary relief.

If it was just to solve the current food problem, Qiao Ran could bring them some food from the real world, but this would not only be difficult to explain, but it could only solve the current problem. Just like the Spike Town in Galar, they are now gradually transforming and preparing to switch from relying on supplies from Quanguan City to becoming self-sufficient.

Only in this way can they survive here for a long time.

If he wanted to help them, Qiao Ran felt that he should also start in this area.

"Let's go to the city tomorrow or the day after tomorrow and call Guzma and the others over."

The first step to solve the problem is to get rid of the monsters entrenched in the city so that everyone can obtain more resources from there. As for the second step, Qiao Ran wants to get some animals and plants from the real world that can be grown and raised here. Regarding this matter, he plans to find an opportunity to consult Lusamine. The president of the Ether Foundation may have some different insights.

"Yes! ...Thank you."

Aserola also nodded seriously. The appearance of Qiao Ran and others not only brought them a fresh and different feeling, but also made them see hope. If they had not appeared, Aserola would probably have had no choice but to call Modan and Guzma, and then fight to see if they could solve the monster.

But in that case... no one knows the final outcome. No matter which one of them is lost, it will be difficult for anyone to accept.

If Guzma falls, the people of Po Town will lose their backbone. If Modan falls, Acerola alone will not be able to support the Aether House. And if it falls to her alone... then who will take care of these children?

"By the way, we have to go out for a while today. Um...it might take a little longer. We might not be back until tomorrow."

In order to return to the real world to see Zhulan, Qiao Ran worked very hard.

"What...are you going to do again?" Acerola's expression suddenly fell. Why do these people disappear during the day?

Is this some strange habit?

"Of course, we're here to explore the island. Look, there are the highest and second highest mountains in Alola over there. We've never been to Alola before, so of course we need to explore."

Qiao Ran casually pulled out a Rotom and waved it in front of Acerola. "Look, I have the camera ready."

Rotom: "I'm not Camera Lotom!"

"Wandering...wandering around, huh?"

Acerola seemed to be choked by Qiao Ran's words. If it were normal times, it would be quite common for foreign tourists to stroll around the island, but now there are dangers everywhere outside. Several Ultra Beasts can appear on the road. Who can say such words...

Acerola's gaze swept over Qiao Ran's body.

This guy should be the only one, right?

"Okay, okay, then go ahead. Remember to take pictures and bring them back to me."

Acerola had to stay in the Aether House. Although she really wanted to go, she had a lot of things to do today - if she had to go into the city tomorrow to deal with the Ultimate Beast.

"Photos... um, okay."

Qiao Ran's expression froze for a moment, and then he could only force a nod.

Wait, I have to bring back photos???

I'm going to the real world, where are the photos???

Is this considered shooting oneself in the foot?

However, since things have come to this point, Qiao Ran has no choice but to nod and agree. If there is really no other way, he will consider what to do next.

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Taking Liliae and the others to a bush somewhere in the distance, Qiao Ran and his group were ready to go to the real world. However, Qiao Ran's expression was always a little strange.

The more I think about this matter, the more difficult it becomes.

"Oh no, what if we don't have any photos when we get back?"

Things like photos cannot be explained away by making up a story. They are real and tangible evidence.

"Hmph, I told you to stop talking. Now you're done." Meiyue folded her hands, a look of disdain on her face.

It was originally just a simple question, but after Qiao Ran did this, it suddenly became complicated.

"If that doesn't work, we can just come early tomorrow morning and take more pictures around here."

Qiao Ran closed his eyes and thought of a temporary solution.

"Then... doesn't the time look the same? We've been out for a whole day." Lillie asked another question. If they just did this, it would be easy to be discovered.

"It's okay, this can still be solved."

“Rotom…”

"What, what are you doing, Lotom?" Hearing Qiao Ran's voice, Rotom couldn't help but tremble.

"The photo should be able to be processed, like changing the time or something?"

Qiao Ran looked at Rotom with excitement and trust.

"As everyone knows, the photos and videos are real. As long as we handle them properly, we won't be suspected when the time comes."

However, after hearing Qiao Ran's words, Rotom froze in place.

This isn't just changing the time, it's clearly completely changing the look of the photo!

I'm just a Pokémon, I really can't do it, Loto!

Chapter 480 [Champion!]

In the end, Qiao Ran decided to ignore this matter for the time being - in short, he would go meet Zhu Lan first.

In the real world, Qiao Ran and others still saw them in the living room of Nazi's house. Nazi was lying on the sofa and resting on her phone, while Zhulan seemed to be waiting for something.

"You are here."

Zhulan put down the book in her hand and looked directly at Qiao Ran.

There was a hint of anticipation in her eyes, and she did not hide her feelings at all.

She had been looking forward to this match for a long time - even after becoming the champion, there had never been a match that she looked forward to so much.

Is it because Qiao Ran is using a legendary Pokémon?

Maybe not necessarily.

What made her feel so excited was actually the special nature of Qiao Ran.

"After I rest tonight, I will leave tomorrow morning."

Zhulan stood up from the sofa and came to Qiao Ran. She was still wearing her iconic black coat.

"I hope we can all have no regrets in today's game."

"Ah."

He has been preparing for today's game for a long time. Regardless of winning or losing, this is a rare experience.

"I will try my best."

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The match between Qiao Ran and Zhu Lan was not held in the arena in the community. In order to give the two a better fighting experience, Nancy used her newly acquired power as the gym leader to build a nice venue for them in the gym.

"Wait, don't you have to work today? You're already the gym leader, aren't you?"

Looking at Nazhi who had accompanied them all the way, Qiao Ran couldn't help but ask, she had already become the gym leader yesterday, why was she slacking off so openly today?

"I'm not being lazy." Nazhi looked at Qiao Ran, squinting her eyes and revealing a charming and mysterious smile.

"A top-level trainer and a champion-level trainer. As a gym leader, of course I have to personally receive them. This is basic etiquette for gym leaders. I'm just following the rules."

Qiao Ran: “…”

This... is there such a thing?

No, this is a private matter that has been handled in a public way!

Qiao Ran wanted to refute but couldn't find any reason to refute. After all, Nazhi was able to provide them with such a good venue, and Qiao Ran still had to thank her.

After all... no one knows what this venue will look like after this game.

Maybe no one will recognize him.

Before the competition officially started, Qiao Ran and Zhu Lan sat on the chairs next to the venue to rest. Looking at the busy staff around them, they seemed to have something to say in their hearts.

"I think we met in this gym the first time."

"Yes, you just appeared at that time, and then you knocked old man Nian Hai down."

Qiao Ran's words made Zhu Lan roll her eyes at him. These little actions that she would not have done before made Qiao Ran feel that the relationship between them had indeed become closer.

"I was just challenging the gym at that time."

She is so serious in everything she does. Even if it is just an excuse to "challenge the gym", she will give it her all without any worries about being exposed.

In fact, with her strength, she really doesn't have to worry about anything.

A champion is basically invincible in the Pokémon world.

"What are you going to do next? Continue challenging gyms and then prepare to participate in this world's league tournament?"

Zhulan asked about Qiao Ran's future plans. Even if she might leave later, she would always pay attention to Qiao Ran's situation. If there was a chance, they would definitely meet again.

"Well, winning the championship was my dream when I set out to become a Pokémon trainer."

Qiao Ran looked at Zhu Lan in front of him, staring into her eyes closely.

"Win... the championship?"

After hearing what Qiao Ran said and thinking about his eyes at that moment, Zhu Lan's heart skipped a beat. However, she quickly came to her senses. His eyes were full of pure longing and yearning, without any other meaning at all.

"You definitely can."

Zhulan had never given such high praise to any trainer. The birth of a champion was the highest honor in a region. No one knew who the next champion would be, but when she faced Qiao Ran, she couldn't help but blurt out these words.

If it were him, he could indeed do it.

"So, let's start the game."

"Ah."

The two looked at each other and couldn't help but smile.

No matter how many words are spoken, they are not as good as a direct battle. As friends in private, they have already talked a lot, and as trainers, they should communicate in the arena.

After the gym staff had cleaned up the arena, Qiao Ran and Zhu Lan stood at both ends, while Nancy took the initiative to take on the role of referee.

It is indeed a very prestigious thing to have a gym owner serve as a referee, but considering that one of the opponents is actually a champion, this matter is not surprising.

Nancy and Zhulan did not hide the existence of this competition. Many gym trainers also heard the news of the competition, so they quickly canceled their training and prepared to watch from the side. Even Nian Hongyu, who had just lost to Nancy yesterday and was about to go into seclusion, rushed over.

"who's that person?"

She knew Qiao Ran, a trainer far more formidable than she was, but the woman on the other side… she had never seen her before. Why did Qiao Ran have such a serious expression? It was as if the person across from him was a terrifying enemy.

Not only that, she also saw Nazi standing in the center of the field as the referee. Is this match important enough for a gym owner to be the referee?

The doubts in Nian Hongyu's heart also represented the doubts of most trainers present. However, after all, there were still people who had seen the match between Elder Nian Hai and Zhu Lan.

"No...that trainer is even stronger than the old gym leader Nian Hai. The old gym leader said it himself that that person's Pokémon level has reached an unprecedented level."

A gym trainer stood up, his voice trembling as he recalled the match that day.

"To what... degree?"

Nian Hongyu asked quickly, but the answer she got next made her eyes widen in an instant.

"champion!"

Chapter 481 [Gap]

champion?

These two words were like a meteorite thrown into the water, which directly evaporated all the water. The trainers around were also in an uproar. Champion...why would he appear here?

Besides, they had never seen this woman before?

There has only been one champion in the Huaxia League in the past decade or so, and that champion... is not living in the south at this time.

"Champion... no wonder."

After getting over the initial shock, Nian Hongyu finally understood the current situation in the arena. No wonder Nazhi took the initiative to act as a referee, and no wonder Qiao Ran was so cautious.

Now... has he reached the level where he can challenge the champion?