Why is my Pokémon acting a little weird?

"How about this? I can introduce you to my old friend. If you meet her, she will probably be able to resolve your current doubts."

"She is an expert in ghost science and currently lives in Zhenze Lake..."

"puff!"

Hearing this, Qiao Ran couldn't help but sneeze.

Zhenze Lake?? Zhenze Lake again?? Could it be that...???

The friend circles of you guys, the owners...are completely overlapping???

Chapter 120 117 [That One]

Sometimes, Qiao Ran felt that the world was so big that it would take a lot of time and energy to travel from one city to another. It was impossible to get lost for two or three days and still reach the next destination like in the Pokémon world.

But sometimes - like now, Qiao Ran would feel that this world is so small that maybe if he bumped into someone randomly on the street, he might find a good friend who is a superstar.

"That old friend you're talking about, is he the most senior king in China? And he lives near Zhenze Lake?"

"Hmm...? Yeah."

Hearing Qiao Ran's question, Ouyang Cong's expression changed. As far as she knew, there would definitely not be many people who could know this information, and her old friend did not have the habit of telling others his address casually. How did the young man in front of her know all this?

"It's like this. Actually, I was recommended to visit that person by Zhenze Lake..."

Since things had come to this point, Qiao Ran also told her that he was going to visit and that he was recommended by Tie Ji. However, he did not reveal the full purpose of the visit.

After all, Dr. Lilia had also warned him that it was better to keep such matters secret. Although the scientific expedition led by Tianwang was unlikely to be targeted by someone with ulterior motives, it was better to be cautious. Now the international community was in turmoil, and everyone wanted to get a piece of the pie from the ruins of that alien world. No one knew what would happen in the end.

"I see... You came here because of the gym leader's recommendation. Is that girl Tetsuji... the gym leader now?"

After listening to Qiao Ran's story, Old Man Ouyang nodded with some emotion.

"In that case, you don't need my additional recommendations. What I said before was actually superfluous."

"No, what you said is very helpful to me, and I will remember it well."

Qiao Ran actually had a very high opinion of this old woman. Although Qiao Ran still felt that her identity was unclear and she herself seemed to have no intention of explaining it, she gave Qiao Ran advice without reservation, and Qiao Ran was very grateful to her.

"By the way, now that we're here, I want to ask you about that Heavenly King. What kind of person is he?"

Qiao Ran said this and added another sentence.

"I've asked Tsukushi Tieji about this before, but she wasn't willing to tell me the truth, and I didn't have any other options... There's very little information about him online. After all, when the internet was established, that superstar was no longer famous."

To be honest, Qiao Ran was really helpless. He was supposed to visit the other party, but he didn't know any information about him. People who knew him were unwilling to tell him, and he couldn't find any information on the Internet. After all, he lived for who knows how many years, and the domestic Internet, which was only a few decades old, had no records of this person's information at all.

"It's normal that you can't find her. She hasn't been out in the outside world for many years."

Old lady Ouyang narrated slowly and gave some reasons that Qiao Ran might not know. However, she still answered Qiao Ran's questions in the end and gave him a brief introduction of the king.

"If I were to describe her, all the praise in the world would be enough. Even with the passage of time, she remains detached and independent, with white hair and a youthful face, like a banished immortal."

There wasn't much fluctuation in Old Lady Ouyang's voice, but Qiao Ran could sense the deep respect in her words.

"She has a carefree and cheerful personality, and does whatever she wants. If you're dealing with her, just keep a calm mind."

“Is that so…?”

Qiao Ran touched his chin and nodded slightly. Judging from the description, he should be an old man who is easy to get along with. However, his personality is somewhat similar to Tie Ji's.

The conversation between Qiao Ran and Ouyang Cong did not last long. Qiao Ran talked for a while.

Afterwards, she said goodbye and went to rest. The battle was quite exhausting for Qiao Ran, and it was the same for her.

After calming down, Qiao Ran returned to the Pokémon Center. He had originally planned to continue on his journey after challenging the gym today. However, after such a fierce battle, he had to take a break.

"Ouch."

"Sorry... Vulpix, I didn't let you participate in today's battle. After all, Yveltal still needs to gain experience."

Lying on the bed, looking at Vulpix who suddenly appeared beside him, Qiao Ran explained a few words helplessly.

As the number of Pokémon increases, he has to face the situation that not all Pokémon can get the opportunity to play in the game to prove themselves, and this situation will definitely become more and more serious in the future.

"Ouch..."

"Don't worry, I won't forget you even if you don't play. The value of Pokémon isn't just in battle, right?"

Qiao Ran touched Liuwei's body, rubbing the cool fur that felt very good, and at the same time wanted to comfort him.

Although he really wanted to let Vulpix play, he needed Yveltal's power now. Only in this way... could they do more and make everything better.

Some things are difficult to balance, but as a trainer, he has to make choices.

Qiao Ran felt that there was nothing wrong with what he said, and after hearing what Qiao Ran said, Liuwei also curled up into a ball, hugged Qiao Ran's arms tightly, and made a gentle sound.

Obviously, she felt Qiao Ran's intentions and was willing to understand.

However, at this moment, a red and white mobile phone that spoiled the view suddenly flew out, making a noisy sound, completely disrupting the beautiful mood.

"Yeah, of course, the value of a Pokémon isn't all in battle. Lotor, after all, it's still pretty good... hehehehehe."

Qiao Ran: “…”

"Snapped!"

Qiao Ran jumped up from the bed with a dark face and stuffed the phone that was talking without thinking into his bag.

However, when he lay back on the bed, he suddenly discovered that Vulpix, who was originally lying next to him in Pokémon form, had also turned into a human form.

With long snow-white hair and big eyes, her body was still curled up in a ball. And I don’t know if it was Qiao Ran’s illusion, but compared to her childish appearance at the beginning, Liuwei now looked more "girlish".

Have you grown at all?

At this moment, her cheeks were slightly rosy and her blue eyes were filled with watery light. However, even so, she still looked in the direction of Qiao Ran and opened her mouth nervously.

"If...if it's the master, then...I wouldn't mind..."

"...!"

Liuwei's voice was weak and soft, but at that moment, Qiao Ran felt his heart skip a beat.

Chapter 121 118 [Good Deal]

Some things, when spoken by different people, will always have completely different effects.

If it was Rotom who said this, Qiao Ran would not only not be touched, but would also want to laugh.

However, if it were Vulpix, everything would be different.

"Vulpix...you."

Qiao Ran took a deep breath. Although he had a premonition in his heart that this day might really come, he did not expect that Liuwei would be so proactive.

It wasn't Diancie, nor anyone else, but Vulpix who first told him this.

This is totally...

As for why Liuwei knew all this, Qiao Ran didn't even have to think about it. It was definitely the work of the cell phone flying in the air.

"I...it's really okay, if the master wishes...wu..."

Vulpix was still talking, but she seemed to be unable to hold on any longer and covered her face with the quilt.

Unlike the shameless her at the beginning, she now knows a lot. Sometimes, it is this sense of shame that becomes her shackles.

"I...hey."

Qiao Ran was speechless, and finally had to step forward and touch her head.

In fact, everything happened naturally. He had already had feelings for Vulpix, but because of his identity as a trainer, he had never been willing to admit it.

But now, Vulpix has become so proactive, he has no reason to retreat.

"If you have such an idea, I certainly won't object. Thank you for liking me so much."

"Owner……"

Hearing Qiao Ran's words, Liuwei's expression changed slightly. Not only did her pointed ears appear on her head, but the quilt behind her also bulged slightly.

When Pokémon is emotionally excited, its anthropomorphism will rebound. Qiao Ran has long known this. Not only Vulpix, but Diancie and Suicune will also have such reactions. However, this is enough to prove how excited Vulpix is ​​inside.

"But I don't want to do that right now... If possible, can you give me a chance? I want to take the initiative to give you a surprise."

Qiao Ran touched her hair and held her in his arms. He had always been in a passive position due to the insurmountable confusion in his heart, which was totally inconsistent with his character. If Qiao Ran were to choose, he would also hope that he would

Able to take the initiative to attack once.

"But now, we still have to go meet that Heavenly King first. Let's talk about this after we finish these things."

"Um……"

Liuwei buried his head in Qiao Ran's chest and hummed softly. Whether they continued to move forward or whether further events occurred was actually not important to her. What mattered most to her was Qiao Ran's promise.

Compared with these promises and companionship, everything else is just an additional addition. As long as he still needs her, she will become the person he likes and needs.

"Don't worry, it won't be long."

Qiao Ran hugged her soft body and secretly made a vow in his heart.

He actually wanted to be quick, but there were too many things going on recently, otherwise Qiao Ran would not have let Liuwei wait. For their future life, these things had to be done.

Whether it was meeting the King or discovering more about the Pokémon world, these were all very important matters. As a responsible man, he knew what was important and what was not.

"Um... Master, can you give me that...?"

Suddenly, Liuwei in Qiao Ran's arms raised his head and asked in a small voice.

Beneath her long white hair, her eyes seemed like a clear lake, reflecting the bright sky, and her shy expression held a hint of anticipation. Her body, originally as cold as snow, now became slightly warm for some reason...

"That's..." Qiao Ran looked at her, and Liuwei closed his eyes and pursed his lips. Looking at her little movements, Qiao Ran suddenly realized that he might have really asked unnecessary questions.

"I see."

Qiao Ran leaned down.

"Well……"

Feeling his lips being plundered, Vulpix suddenly widened his eyes before closing them. The feeling was intoxicating.

"Master, there's also that...green thing..."

"Good good..."

Qiao Ran had no choice but to smile helplessly and follow Vulpix's instructions to activate the power of Tokiwa as well.

In order to make the other person happy, Qiao Ran also took the risk.

I have to say, these Pokémon really enjoy it better than him.

The two people who were flirting with each other in the room did not notice that a sneaky shadow flashed a few times in Qiao Ran's backpack, and then suddenly disappeared in the room, like a silent ghost.

After a while, the Pokémon Path——

After a long period of construction, the frontier has undergone tremendous changes, and Qiao Ran's Pokémon have also found their own interests and territories here.

For example, Diancie is now obsessed with growing flowers and plants. She enjoys the feeling of nurturing them and seeing them finally bloom. Even if she comes to visit when she has nothing to do, it makes her relax a lot.

Especially with the help of Suicune, she can get the best water resources in the first place, which is very important.

Today, as usual, Diancie tended to her garden, but she couldn't help but think about the two guys Qiao Ran had summoned to compete. The frontier wasn't very large yet, so news like this spread quickly.

"Grass-type gym... As expected... Are they not letting me play because my attributes are not good enough..."

Diancie was watering the plants while muttering something to herself. However, she suddenly noticed a small figure beside her. Diancie tilted her head in confusion, not knowing why the figure suddenly appeared here.

"Rotom?"

The Pokémon that appeared in front of Diancie was a cell phone-shaped Pokémon. Rotom was the only Pokémon with this special appearance.

Rotom has always been a messenger between them, conveying some important information, and most of the time she stays by Qiao Ran's side, and has few opportunities to communicate with them.

Is there something wrong with you appearing here now?

Hearing Diancie's words, a large funny expression appeared on Rotom's screen.

"Don't be so nervous Loto. I came here this time because of other things Loto."

Rotom chuckled like the profiteer selling strange discs under the overpass decades ago.

"Um, actually, I have some very good top-secret photos here, Loto..."

Chapter 122 119 [Oh Loto]

"What picture?"

Diancie blinked, but two words were written on her little face - "alert".