Aspiring to become a Pokémon trainer

Watching the many girls gathered around her, whispering and applying makeup, and seeing the increasingly beautiful girl in the mirror, Nan Yin sighed silently.

Thankfully, I haven't developed the habit of putting on makeup before going out, otherwise, spending time on this every day would be quite a hassle.

Perhaps, waking up early and going to bed early, and planning her time, are the only treasures left to her from her past as a corporate slave.

"Master Ma, how much longer until it's finished?"

Despite her inner boredom and impatience, and with the materials available to her, she completed the original request early on, while also securing many conveniences for her own little beasts.

"Soon, based on the role's positioning, Nan Yin, you only need to wear light makeup."

Dressed in heavy makeup and formal attire, unlike the simple Nanyin style, Ma Xiu plays the role of the leader of all flowers and the court lady's attendant today.

She didn't apply too much white foundation, nor did she imitate the white face of ancient geishas. She only emphasized the eye makeup, and she cared more about the similarity in temperament than the resemblance in appearance.

Popular aesthetics are the mainstream; overemphasizing individuality can actually provoke resistance.

"Nan Yin, your attire doesn't need to be too complicated. Just stick to the Gothic style native to Carlos, and add some witch-themed elements."

Gathering her long, narrow sleeves, Ma Xiu sat down beside the young woman and began to explain to her the details and points to note during the fashion show.

"My idea is to showcase the beauty of different fields by comparing the graceful movements of Japanese dress and the serenity of a forest witch."

"A very good idea."

Nodding in agreement, Nan Yin knew she had to put on a show, since he was her client and the one who provided her with the meals.

During their casual conversations, she would occasionally drift off to catch a glimpse of the two little ones.

Seeing that Ibizarre, just like himself, had a droopy little face and was reluctantly being manipulated by the stylist, he felt a sense of shared misery and his eyelashes lifted slightly.

"Actually, I think this child would be perfectly suited to today's theme if he just wore a coat."

Although it was somewhat gloating, Nan Yin still spoke up to save the little beast from its predicament.

Pointing to the hoodie placed to the side, which resembled the shape of an Umbreon, she felt that Umbreon would suit the witch's style perfectly after seeing the clothes she was going to wear.

Moreover, after two or three months of conditioning and nurturing, the little guy is in no way inferior to Ma Xiu's fairy Eevee in terms of coat color and physique, and may even grow into an orange tabby cat.

Even without the striking pink and white fur of the former, its natural appearance still gives people a more pleasing and charming feeling.

"Buyi!"

Nodding repeatedly in agreement, Ibu leaped over to the girl after the stylist stopped, watching her become more and more radiant over time.

As they looked at each other and sensed each other's undisguised feelings, a faint blush gradually rose on the little one's face.

Sure enough, its owner must be a Psychic-type Pokémon, otherwise how could it have Psychic and Fascinate abilities?

"Okay."

As their thoughts wandered, the girls in kimonos gradually stopped what they were doing, indicating that their makeup was complete.

After fastening her witch's hat and smoothing out the wrinkles in her skirt, Nan Yin was completely transformed, both in her facial features and her attire.

To be honest, in the past, due to her busy work schedule, she mostly chose simple and plain clothes such as shirts and trousers, or sweaters and long skirts, which was often reflected when she was studying in Biyi City.

This exquisite outfit not only accentuates her shapely figure but also highlights her reserved temperament.

If it weren't for the stage requirements, the dream monsters bred by the dojo next door would also be eager to join the Nan-on's ranks and become evil ghosts beside the witch.

"It looks good."

"really beautiful."

There were many genuine compliments from those around her, and Ma Xiu also gave her own evaluation.

“My judgment was right. This outfit is practically tailor-made for you.”

The woman looked him up and down with great satisfaction, thus confirming her earlier judgment.

"That's ridiculous."

Unaffected by the praise, Nan Yin remained calm and modest, maintaining her usual attitude.

She wasn't a vain person and rarely showed off her personality. Instead of praising her appearance, it was better to compliment other aspects of the girl, such as her Pokémon, her skill in crafting Energy Cubes, etc.

In contrast, she, who considers herself a craftswoman, is more willing to gain recognition in this regard.

"Is it really okay to do nothing next?"

"Don't worry, your task is really simple."

She gently patted the girl's shoulder. Although they had only known each other for a few days, Ma Xiu already had a great appreciation for Nan Yin.

Because of his serious attitude towards important matters, and also because of the contrast between his occasional laziness during his leisure time.

"Let me explain it to you in detail. A fashion show showcases the whole, including its characteristics, style, and concept."

"By using the movement and tension of the body, the static and dynamic aspects of clothing can be expressed. This is the function of a fashion show, but it is not the whole meaning."

"In my opinion, if sitting quietly can also highlight the core message that an outfit wants to convey to the audience, then it is a form of expression that can rival, or even far surpass, a runway show."

In just a few simple words, the principle was explained clearly, which helped Nan Yin to overcome her confusion.

"So, whatever I do, as long as it fits the theme, it's fine?"

"That's right. I don't know what the outside world thinks, but this is my fashion show."

As she spoke, a strong sense of confidence was also evident on her face.

"Let's go, Nanyin. Go backstage and wait for me to finish my speech. After that, Xiyin and the others will lead you up to the stage one by one."

After giving instructions to the girls one by one, Ma Xiu also gestured for the girl to follow her to the lounge to rest for a while.

"it is good."

After giving her consent, Nan Yin was about to recite the script when she stopped in her tracks because of the cute little movement below her.

Looking down, she saw Eevee's eyes filled with longing, yet he seemed cautious and hesitant to touch her, which she couldn't help but find amusing.

"I haven't changed much, but I'm really surprised by your growth all this time."

She picked up the little beast and affectionately touched its chin to it, Nan Yin not caring at all about the damage to her makeup.

As the conversation continued in a friendly manner, two familiar yet unfamiliar figures approached from around the corner.

One woman had her hair tied up in a bun, exuding elegance; the other had highlights, displaying poise and grace.

Upon closer inspection, it was undoubtedly the special guest of this fashion show, Karini, the female champion of Carlos, and the trainer with the most titles in history.

—Mikoli.

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Chapter Thirty-Three: Tone

"Champion Michael, please give my regards to Mr. Daigo."

"Haha, I was just about to mention him. As soon as he heard about Mega Evolution and Key Stones in your Kalos region, that guy Daigo disappeared long ago."

"To convey this greeting now would be difficult even after searching through several unknown mines."

With his arms outstretched, the young man with green hair couldn't help but smile upon hearing the introduction.

"Having your own interests is a good thing. Just like me, as an actor, I don't think acting is just a boring job."

Covering her mouth to hide her laughter, Karuni continued the conversation.

"Indeed, it's a great thing for Daigo, but it's tough for me to run around and do things for the League."

With no sense of boundaries, the two champions from different regions chatted casually as they walked together.

As they approached the corner, they encountered another group led by Ma Xiu.

“Hey, Mr. Mikoli, and Champion Karuni.”

Although slightly surprised, the black-haired woman quickly bowed and apologized.

"I didn't expect you two to arrive so quickly. I didn't even have time to go out and welcome you. I really failed in my duty as the host."

"No, no, the owner of Ma Xiu Pavilion is the most radiant today. I'm even more looking forward to the fashion show later."

As if it were a casual remark, Mikoli smoothly transitioned the topic, adding a compliment.

"Then I'll accept your kind words."

It's clear that Ma Xiu was in a very good mood after receiving this praise.

"This way is our lounge. I imagine you two aren't very familiar with the interior of the aromatherapy center yet, so let me lead the way."

"Thank you for your help, Master Ma."

As they walked through the corridor and approached, both Karuni and Mikoli noticed the white-haired girl following behind them as soon as they stopped talking.

"...Nanyin?"

The female champion was momentarily surprised by the other person's attire and asked the question uncertainly.

"Ah."

Looking up at the two of them, Nan Yin had no intention of avoiding their gaze.

She was never one to say one thing and mean another. Since she had made up her mind, she would face it openly. Besides, there was nothing shameful about the clothes. After getting used to them, she could even feel the comfort of the fabric and the lightness of the overall look.

"This outfit suits you very well."

Without using any fancy embellishments, Karuni simply expressed her thoughts directly, deeply surprised and delighted by this chance encounter.

On the other side, the green-haired man clicked his tongue in amazement, and was quite excited.

"Absolutely adorable!"

Instead of offering praise to the girl, Mikuri was bending down to carefully observe Eevee's various features, until he was fiercely swept away by its furry tail.

"Buyi!"

"Oh, excuse me, Miss Nan Yin, is this child your Pokémon?"

"Yes, it was a very memorable experience for me."

Nodding slightly without giving a direct answer, Nan Yin simply spread her palms out, letting the little beast obediently step and leap in, until it reached her neck and shoulders.

"It's clear you have a good relationship with it. But judging by its fur, are you perhaps a mediator as well?"

This is not unfounded. The five qualities, including beauty, cuteness, intelligence, handsomeness, and strength, are all evaluation criteria for the Grand Contest. And the Eevee in front of us has been honed to a point of transformation in both physique and temperament.

This is clearly not something an ordinary trainer can do. Only those who have reached a certain level in coordination or training, coupled with meticulous care, can achieve this. Ruby, the Pokédex holder in the Hoenn region, is an example of this.

"No, it's just that he received guidance from his teachers in terms of upbringing, plus the little guy's own efforts."

"That Mr. Fokker?"

In the Carlos region, the only breeder who is well-known is that old man, and with the recent news, it seems that Master Fu's last disciple is named Nan Yin.

After adjusting the brim of his hat and confirming the girl's teacher, the man's expression became even more solemn.

"It's a pleasure to meet you. Although you should know me, let me introduce you again. I am Michael, the artist of water."

“Cultivating Nanyin music.”

A prompt response, accompanied by a brief touch of the knuckles, signifies a willingness to make friends.

Nanon had a very deep impression of Michael, the champion with many titles. Regardless of whether it was intentional humility between friends, he did indeed defeat Daigo in the match.

Despite his many roles, this champion of Hoenn still managed to find a balance between being a coordinator and a trainer, achieving the highest level of success in both areas, and even creating the world-class Mikkuri Cup.

With his upright character, open-mindedness, elegant demeanor, and numerous honors, his historical status could even rank him among the top four of many champions.

Before they knew it, they had entered the lounge together.

After the host, Ma Xiu, took the lead, the atmosphere inside the room became even more relaxed.

"Isn't Mr. Michael going to the forefront now?"

"My role is simply to be the home turf, to heat up the atmosphere, and to attract more attention. If I were to appear in the middle, it would be putting the cart before the horse and turning the tables. After all, this is a fashion show featuring Ma Xiu, not a grand competition for coordinators."

"Moreover, one should always maintain a relaxed attitude when facing work."

Playing with the sphere in his palm, Mikuri occasionally took out the Rotom Dex and browsed through the unfinished messages.

"Ms. Karuni, that must be the case too."