Why is my Pokémon acting a little weird?

"You guys are back? Shui Lian is...wait, what's that behind you?"

"Tapu Chou Chou???"

Her attention was first attracted by the water lotus carried by the Qixi Bluebird, but soon she saw the "little thing" floating around Qiao Ran.

"...What? Tapu Chou Chou?"

"Tapu Chou Chou?"

The sound Mao made in surprise was so loud that it even attracted several people standing guard nearby. When they really came over to take a look, they were stunned where they were.

"Tapu Chou Chou...it's the real Tapu Chou Chou!"

"The God of the Island... These people have awakened the God of the Island!"

In the peaceful times, Kapu Butterfly has appeared on the island before, so everyone recognized it the first time they saw it.

Some of the more excited people even shed tears. They were able to see the faith they had since childhood appear before them again... Does this mean that their lives are also going to change?

"You...you really did it...Oh no, what on earth happened to Shui Lian?"

Mao was also very touched, but she soon remembered something.

——Her best friend Shui Lian is still lying on the back of Qixi Bluebird, looking completely unresponsive.

"...something happened, and Suiren might have passed out at that time. But she should be fine, she just needs a little rest."

Qiao Ran briefly introduced the situation, and then asked Mao to send Shui Lian home and let her rest. As for them, they might have to meet the manager here, the island queen Lizzie, next.

After Capu Butterfree has appeared in the Pokémon world and restored the use of Z skills on the island, Akala Island should also be able to start the counterattack against the Ultra Beasts. At least, judging from the experience on Ula'ula Island, this does not seem to be a problem.

"Okay, I'll take Shuilian back with me. If you want to look for Lizzie, just go to her house. Her house is right next to mine. You should know that you had dinner in my restaurant last night."

Mao nodded and gave a few serious instructions, and she called her Lan Tanghua, asked Lan Tanghua to pick up Shui Lian, and prepared to take her back to her home to rest.

Although Qiao Ran had already said that Shui Lian's condition was probably fine, Mao was still a little worried and thought it would be better to let a doctor see her.

"I'll be here later..."

After saying that, Mao was about to turn around and leave, but before she took a few steps, she couldn't help but look back at the Tapu Butterfly on Qiao Ran's side.

"Tapu Chou Chou, it's really Tapu Chou Chou."

If possible, she would like to stay and ask Qiao Ran what happened, and then see the real "Island God", but for now she must settle Shui Lian.

"...?"

However, when she saw Mao's actions, Tapu Butterfly blinked in confusion.

She didn't know this strange woman.

Chapter 703 [Just Asking]

After entering the city, Qiao Ran and the others were watched by many people. The person who did this was probably Kapu Die Die, who had been following Qiao Ran all the time. The most important thing was that she would wave and greet those people, as if she wanted others to notice her.

Of course, in addition to her, Diancie also attracted a lot of attention. According to common sense, after experiencing such a great battle, Diancie should have returned to the frontier to rest, but for some reason, Diancie just didn't want to go back and wanted to stay by his side.

There was no other way, so Qiao Ran could only let her stay here, but the price was that there were a lot more onlookers.

Despite being watched by a large crowd all the way, Qiao Ran and the others still found the extremely conspicuous building next to Mao's house based on their memories from last night.

What is somewhat surprising is that Liz's house is actually a shop. In the halls on the first and second floors, various precious stones are displayed, which are dazzling and colorful. Moreover, she seems to be doing gem processing work. In the shop window, many of her works are displayed.

After seeing these things, Diancie's evaluation of this trainer improved a lot. This is what a rock-type expert should do.

As for Lizi, after seeing Qiao Ran and the others and hearing what they did, she also said several good words in a row.

"Good...good, you did a great job!"

As she spoke, she took out a brown prismatic object. Sure enough, just as Qiao Ran said, the prismatic object in her hand was also emitting a faint light, which was a sign that the Z power could be used.

"The Z-Pure Crystal is glowing, which means we can all use this power from now on."

Lizzie's expression also became excited.

"This is all thanks to Tapu Butterfly." Qiao Ran pointed at Tapu Butterfly next to him. Although he himself didn't know what the principle was, Tapu did have this ability. Moreover, they could recharge the Z-Crystal that had lost its energy, so as to perform continuous Z skills. They really made full use of this power.

"...Is that so...It's Tapu who helped us again this time."

Lizzie regained her composure and sat down again at the small conversation table, looking at the pink Pokémon floating around with a gentle gaze.

As the queen of the island, she had seen Capu Totoro before. However, she and the residents of the island had only been able to catch a glimpse of Capu Totoro from afar. Generally speaking, Capu Totoro would not take the initiative to integrate into other people's lives. Meeting her up close like this... was actually the first time.

"When everything is over, I will bring everyone on the island to express my gratitude to you."

Although she looks carefree on the outside, Lizzie likes all kinds of cute things in her heart. However, she dare not show this side of her in front of Capu Butterfly. Even after becoming the queen of the island, she still respects this Capu Butterfly very much.

An island god whom he had revered since childhood.

From ancient times to the present, every time there was a disaster in Alola, it was Tapu who stepped forward to prevent these disasters. This time, I'm afraid we will have to rely on their power.

"...With the Z skill, the other trainers on the island will be able to display even greater strength. Lizzie, I will arrange for several responsible persons in the city to gather and pass on this news."

"Before, we had no way to leave the city to counterattack those Ultra Beasts. Now... hmph."

Lizzie grew increasingly excited as she spoke, her face filled with eagerness to try. She could finally release the frustration she'd felt from being beaten down by those Ultra Beasts.

Moreover, the lands that were taken away by the Ultra Beasts can be reclaimed, and they are the natives of the land of Alola.

The few of them continued chatting for a while, discussing Lizzie's next arrangements. By the way, Qiao Ran asked about Liliae and the others' current location.

"By the way, do you know where Lillie and the others are now?"

"They... well, they're probably at the Aether Foundation's temporary office. Some of the Aether Foundation's supplies and equipment are stored there. Even though the situation is like this now, some of the Aether Foundation's staff still helped us with a lot of work, adopting many Pokémon that were driven out by Ultra Beasts."

Lizzie briefly introduced the situation, and then, as if she suddenly remembered something, she mentioned it again.

"By the way, Lizzie, I forgot something last night. Actually, more than a week before you came, a little boy with golden hair came to our island. He looked very similar to the chairman. The Pokémon he used was also very special. It seemed to have a strong restraining effect on Ultra Beasts."

"Glagio?"

Qiao Ran reacted immediately and couldn't help but ask.

Qiao Ran still had a very good impression of him, and because of his current relationship with Lillie, he still had to maintain a good relationship with Lillie's brother.

"What about others?"

"He heard there were still people trapped on the volcano side of the island, so he went over there to help. The volcano is under Captain Kachi's watch, and the defense pressure there is even greater than ours. However, now with Tapu's help, everyone can use Z skills, and the situation there will surely be much better."

"That's it."

Qiao Ran smiled helplessly. Compared to those who acted together, Gladion might be more like a lone ranger. Moreover, as a human who returned from the Ultimate World, he was born with the ability to attract Ultimate Beasts. Even if he went to the volcano, he probably wouldn't stay there for a long time.

"After Alola recovers, we can find a time to meet him."

If possible, Qiao Ran would have liked to have a deeper conversation with him, get to know each other better, and exchange trainer techniques. However, given the current situation, there wasn't much opportunity. Besides, instead of dwelling on this, it would be better to restore the Alola region to normalcy as soon as possible. By then, even if he didn't go looking for Gladion, he would definitely appear before him.

"By the way, Lizzie, I still have a question I want to ask..."

Suddenly, Lizzie made a sound. In fact, during the previous conversation, she couldn't help but glance in that direction. In that position... there was a pink Pokémon. Although she didn't want to say it, this Pokémon might attract her attention more than Capu Butterfree.

"Um...is that Diancie?"

Chapter 704 [Ether Breeding House]

During the previous conversation, Lizzie had noticed this Pokémon countless times. Although she still had to maintain the demeanor of the queen of the island and show respect in front of Capu Butterfree, but... the appearance of this Pokémon made it difficult for her to calm down.

"Um...is that Diancie?"

When she asked this question, Lizzie's voice was trembling.

As a rock-type expert and gem lover, no one knows how obsessed and longing she is for the Pokémon Diancie, even since she was a girl... Although she is a bit old now, she still hasn't forgotten these things.

If there was one Pokémon in this world that she absolutely wanted to meet, it would probably be Diancie.

This is the strongest Rock-type Pokémon and also the best-looking one among the Rock-type Pokémon.

"Yes, she had just experienced a big battle. I wanted her to go and rest, but she refused to go back."

Qiao Ran introduced Diancie's identity and made a complaint, which made Diancie roll her eyes at him.

Who is it that prevents me from going back?

Moreover, the pink can over there who had fought with her before kept jumping up and down, so how could she feel at ease?

"It's really...it's really Diancie, Lizzie. I...Lizzie, this is the first time I've seen the real Diancie..."

Lizzie stood up excitedly and came over with rapid breathing. Seeing her like this, Diancie couldn't help but step back a little.

"Ah... no, Lizzie, I just want to... want to see..."

Lizzie seemed to realize that she was a little too excited, so she stopped a few steps away and looked at the diamonds on Diancie with eager eyes.

stone.

Just like the Eternal Diamonds made by Diancie, part of Diancie's own body is actually made of diamonds. The quality of these diamonds may be the best. Of course, if there is a loss due to some accidents, Diancie's own ability can also be used to supplement it. After all, Diancie has mastered the ability to make Eternal Diamonds since a long time ago.

Lizzie excitedly began to appreciate Diancie, and it was almost time for Qiao Ran and the others to leave. The things he had told Lizzie were almost finished, and Qiao Ran's next idea was to meet up with Lillie and the others and discuss the next schedule.

According to the previous plan, they had to continue their journey after finishing their business today, but Qiao Ran estimated his physical condition and was afraid that he would not be able to leave directly today.

His idea was to rest here tonight before continuing his journey tomorrow. Not only did he need a break, but Diancie also needed to recover a little.

"Then... Diancie, why don't you just stay here..."

Seeing Lizzie being so enthusiastic about Diancie, Qiao Ran couldn't bear to disturb her. It just so happened that Diancie also seemed to like jewelry products, so they might have some common topics.

However, after he asked this question, Diancie glanced at him, her eyes full of rejection.

"...Okay... then you come with me."

Qiao Ran had no choice. Since Diancie didn't want to, he wouldn't force her. He could only explain Diancie's situation to Lizzie while she looked at him with pity.

"She's been fighting a Capu Choucho that wasn't in good condition before, and she's a little tired now. You can talk about it next time you have a chance."

"This... is this... well... there really is no other way."

Lizzie's face was filled with regret that was beyond words, but since Qiao Ran said so, she naturally couldn't say anything more. Besides, since she had fought with Tapu before, she really needed a good rest.

"How about this, if you stay for dinner tonight, come to my shop and sit down. Liz, I'll show you my collection of various stones."

In order to lure Qiao Ran and others over, Lizzie also took out her trump card. Many of the gems in her collection had never been shown to others. Moreover, as a gem craftsman, her craftsmanship was also quite good. At least in the Alola region, she was definitely at the top level.

"You must come."

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Lizzie escorted Qiao Ran and his group to the street. After leaving Lizzie's house, Qiao Ran and his group followed the map given by the other party and found the current temporary office of the Ether Foundation.

It was a small building that was not very tall, and it was not very conspicuous next to some taller buildings. Due to the current power shortage on the island, people would not use the upper floors even if there were tall buildings. On the contrary, these lower buildings would be more popular.

At the door of the small building, there is a simple sign of the Ether Foundation with the words "Ether Breeding House" written crookedly on it. Next to the small building, there is a large area similar to a "backyard" with many Pokémon in it.

After losing contact with the headquarters, these Ether Foundation employees were not completely idle. Instead, they started working in a similar job as a breeding house. While helping other trainers in the city to train Pokémon, they also adopted many Pokémon that had fled here. Fortunately, Lizzie also supported their work and allocated a large area for them to use. Otherwise, these Pokémon would have nowhere to go.

When they arrived at the door of the small building, Qiao Ran and others heard the sound of discussion inside.

——It was Lusamine’s.

On the sofa in the hall, Lusamine and Lillie sat on one side, while several Aether Foundation staff members in white clothes sat on the other side. They seemed to be talking about something seriously.

"Regarding Pokémon breeding, there are still some areas you need to adjust. According to the data we obtained on the artificial island, the ponds, grass, trees, and other terrain must also have a certain ratio..."

As Lusamine spoke, she took a stack of information from Lillie's hand. They had prepared these things before they set off. Based on Lusamine's understanding of her subordinates, these things would definitely be useful.

These things are the experiences they gained from raising Pokémon in the artificial ecosystem established on the main island of the Ether Foundation. Compared with the small artificial environment such as the breeding house, the data on the main island of the Ether Foundation will undoubtedly be more convincing.

Chapter 705 [Training]

Seeing Qiao Ran and the others appear, Lillie and Lusamine also stood up and greeted them. However, they seemed to be still in the middle of a conversation, so Qiao Ran and the others did not bother them. Instead, they found a place to sit nearby and listened while resting.

The other staff members also understood what she meant. After all, in the previous conversation, Lusamine had also told them about these "companions". And the fact that several Pokémon trainers from other islands came last night had actually spread throughout the city. It didn't take much to connect these information.

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However, even with that being said, the two pink Pokémon floating around Qiao Ran couldn't help but attract their attention, and even Lusamine couldn't help but ask a question.

"...You guys have succeeded?"

Tapu Butterfly, who had disappeared on the island, has appeared here. There is no doubt that Qiao Ran has completed his mission. Moreover, looking at Tapu Butterfly's appearance, she seems to be very happy.

"Well, you guys go ahead and talk about your things first. We just need to take a short break. We've walked quite a long way before."

Qiao Ran sat down on the sofa and lay down completely. He really needed to relax. If he were given a bed, he would probably fall asleep on the spot.

"Ok."

Lusamine smiled, she also understood Qiao Ran's thoughts.