Pokémon, but there is a hunter app

"This Pokémon... looks just like Hua Ling's little black one."

P.S.: Can't think of a catchy title, just asking for votes as usual, that's all.

Volume 1: Chapter 140 Are you worried that I have ulterior motives towards you?

Fortunately, the staff didn't keep us waiting for too long, and the staff member who had reported earlier came out shortly afterward.

"Greetings, gentlemen. Our young lady invites you to the conference room to discuss this transaction."

"Miss?"

"The young lady of the Rainbow Foundation?"

The two weren't exactly strangers, having just seen each other in a video.

"Understood. Please lead the way."

Xiao Chun wore a faint smile. Alice felt a little uneasy but followed her inside. Soon they met the so-called young lady.

Two sofas were placed on either side of a round table, and a cup of milk tea with a straw was on the table.

A petite girl noticed the two of them arrive and looked over. Her expression paused noticeably for a moment before she stood up.

Hua Ling glanced at Alice subtly, and in that instant, she finally remembered what that sense of familiarity was.

When Alice left, she said she was going to return to her hometown, Dragon Country, to train. So this is where she is?

Although she felt a little emotional, she didn't show it on her face.

"Hello, I am Hua Ling from the Rainbow Foundation."

"I am Tsubaki, the Gym Leader of the Inkstone Gym, and this lady next to me is also a Gym Leader, Alice."

After a brief conversation

The two sat down on the sofas on either side of each other. Alice became even more confused after hearing the other person's name.

The girl in front of her gave her a sense of déjà vu, but the faint smile on her face made her seem like a difficult person to get along with.

She wasn't the soft, gentle Hua Ling I knew, but this eerie familiarity, and the exact same name...

But she didn't dare to speak freely and could only nervously place her hands on her lap.

After all, this is a transaction between Dragon Village and the Ether Foundation, and it would be difficult to explain if something unexpected happened to him.

After a few pleasantries, the two got to the point.

"Heartscale Treasure and its evolved forms, Armored Dragon and Stafftail Armored Dragon"

These are Pokémon unique to the Alola region, and in terms of training difficulty and rarity...

It's on the same level as Pokémon like Dragonite and Salamence, but if you just want to import a batch of Pokémon,

"There shouldn't be any need for the headmaster of the Yanmo Dojo to come in person. I wonder if Miss Xiaochun has something else to discuss this time?"

Hua Ling's gaze was fixed on Xiao Chun's peripheral vision, but she couldn't help but find it amusing to observe Alice, who was wearing a serious and reserved expression.

"Although Miss Hua Ling is young, she is exceptionally intelligent."

My visit today is primarily because Dragon Village wants to establish diplomatic relations with the Rainbow Foundation.

But this concerns Dragon Village and the Rainbow Foundation, and it's unlikely that you and I can make the final decision based solely on our words.

Therefore, I hope you can introduce me to the chairman of the Rainbow Foundation.

Xiao Chun had a smile on her face, and Hua Ling raised an eyebrow and glanced at her.

"So you mean you can make the decision? Of course, I don't mean anything by it, I'm just asking."

Her words might have sounded a bit impolite, but they were actually just a simple inquiry.

"Yes, besides the elders, I also wield considerable influence."

Furthermore, my visit was authorized by several elders.

"That makes things easier..."

Hua Ling nodded and then made a phone call in front of the two of them, turning her body slightly away from them.

"Hey, Father, the Gym Leader from the Inkstone Gym, on behalf of Dragon Village, says he wants to meet with you."

Let's discuss future cooperation. Is it convenient for you right now?

"Hmm... okay, I'll make a video call to you in a bit, be careful."

a moment later

Hua Ling connected the conference room's large screen to the headquarters' communication signal, and an ordinary-looking, square-faced middle-aged man appeared on the other end...

Just as the two were ready

"You two are next in your call time. I'll be standing outside the door."

Just let me know if you need anything.

Hua Ling bowed slightly to the two of them, then gestured for Alice to enter.

"...Well, that's fine. In that case, let's treat our guests well."

After saying this in disguise, Sakaki remained silent until the two left the room, at which point he spoke again.

"Now that it's just the two of us left, let's hear your thoughts."

Outside the door

Alice walked ahead, now almost certain that the Hua Ling in front of her was not the Hua Ling she knew.

As for the fact that they share the same Pokémon, it's probably just a coincidence...

But is it just a coincidence that they share the same legendary Pokémon...?

A series of questions kept popping into her mind, and the footsteps behind her quickened slightly.

Before she could ask what the other person was going to do next, a figure suddenly hugged her from behind.

"Long time no see, Alice! Have you missed me? I've thought of you so many times, hehe."

He wrapped his arms around her waist, and though his voice sounded somewhat unfamiliar, the words he spoke were so familiar and intimate.

"Eh?!"

Alice made a slightly surprised sound and turned to look at Hua Ling, who was hugging her.

The other person's expression was slightly stiff, but it was still so familiar.

"Eh?! It really is you! Hua Ling~!"

Her original idea was immediately overturned; at that moment, she suddenly remembered...

Why did I feel that this face looked familiar? It was like when I glanced at it once when I was going back to my room and thought I had gone to the wrong room. Turns out it wasn't my imagination.

a moment later

The two sat down on the waiting chairs by the door.

"You look so different! And you're actually the young lady of the Rainbow Foundation! "

No wonder you're so amazing! But even your scent has changed a bit~

As Alice spoke, she took her blue hair in her hand and examined it closely.

He even touched her cheek with his finger, and sure enough, the texture felt different than before.

Even her body scent has changed; if it used to be a soft strawberry smell, now it has a refreshing lemon scent.

"Hmm... I still prefer this feeling~"

Hua Ling let the other person touch her without resisting. She moved a little to the side of the bench, then leaned to the side and fell onto the other person's lap.

"As for how you were before, well, you always have to put on a facade when you're out in the world."

Otherwise, what if someone recognizes me and tries to harm me?

"Hehe~ That's true~ After all, Hua Ling, you're so cute~ and you're a young lady too~"

Alice chuckled and then kept rubbing her cheeks, saying that she felt something was wrong.

"Huh... then why didn't you tell me? Were you worried that I had ulterior motives towards you?"

P.S.: This is the first time I've written this many words in a novel, even though the plot and setting are still very rich.

I'm feeling a bit tired and don't feel like writing. I hope I can maintain a steady pace and not break down! (Ticket scandal)

Volume 1: Chapter 141 You Want to Hurt Me?

"No, it was just unnecessary at the time."

"Hmph, I hope that's for the best~"

As they chatted, the conversation drifted to other topics, including the champion and the Dragon Village.

"This whole championship thing is making a huge fuss. We've only just set off and we've already seen the news..."

Champion Akin's Pokémon were taken by Team Rocket, and even the legendary Pokémon Lugia...

I have no idea what the future holds for the Kanto region, but I feel much more at ease knowing that you're here, Hana~~

Alice looked visibly relieved, then noticed that Hua Ling, who was sleeping on her lap, was looking at her.

"Hey? Hua Ling, what's wrong?"

"Hmm... why do I feel so at ease?"

It's precisely because of me that your situation is even worse...

That's what she said, but she just watched Alice quietly.

"Hmm...it's probably because you're really good~ After all, you're a trainer recognized by legendary dragons from other regions~"

"That's not how it's said..."

Hua Ling sat up straight and shook her head at Alice.

"Therefore, Leyton and Blackie are less like legendary Pokémon and more like powerful Pokémon possessing power comparable to legendary Pokémon..."

Furthermore, both children are Fighting/Dragon type, which puts them at a significant disadvantage against Lugia, who possesses Psychic and Flying attributes...

Besides, Little Black isn't fully grown yet; that child is less than six months old. If he really faces Lugia, he probably won't have much of an advantage.

"Oh, I see. That child... is only six months old."

Alice sighed slightly, then gave a stern instruction.

"Then you'd better be careful. Keep those kids inside the ball most of the time."

The champion's Pokémon have all been taken away... If Team Rocket finds out you have a Pokémon like that, it will definitely be taken away too.

And don't tell anyone else, okay? I'll keep this a secret for you, okay?

"Alice~ You talk so much~ Just like an old lady."

"Huh?! You said I look like an old lady?! You wretched Hua Ling! This time next year! That'll be yours!"

Alice's face flushed red instantly, and she was about to touch her when Hua Ling looked at her hand and added a sentence.

"But don't worry, I will protect you... I won't let anyone but me hurt you."

"Hmm? So you're planning to hurt me?"

At first glance, it seemed to mean protecting herself, but Alice always felt that she could hear something else in it.

Hehe~ Who knows~

"Well, you don't speak clearly. Oh well... let's pretend we don't know each other from now on."

"Huh? Why would you do that?"

Hua Ling felt somewhat puzzled after hearing Alice's words.

"Ahem, I was also involved in that matter concerning the legendary Pokémon of the Unova region,"

So when I returned to Dragon Village, she asked me for details about you, and I mentioned it to Miss Tsubaki.

Everyone's in a panic right now because Team Rocket got Lugia. If they find out you own a legendary Pokémon...