Aspiring to become a Pokémon trainer

"Yes, keeping things separate is the way to prevent your mood from being ruined by work during your free time."

Life is always about gradually compromising through acceptance and adaptation, and Carlos's female champion is able to shine in any situation that requires it precisely because she understands this.

After compiling a list of brands she would be endorsing, she and the glamorous designer began planning their respective responsibilities for each brand.

Listening to their conversation, Nan Yin gradually felt a sense of empathy and confidence. After shedding the halo of champion and fame, they were just ordinary people who were no different from her.

Holding the warm and cozy Eevee close, she quietly waited for the gym staff to remind her.

Before long, as Ma Xiu read out her message through the door and walls, the noise outside grew louder and louder. Soon after, a girl in a kimono pushed open the door and entered, offering her reminder.

"Mr. Michael, Ms. Karuni, and Miss Nanyin, please come up on stage with me."

"At least it's alright."

Exhaling the stale air and shaking off his previous laxity, Mikoli got up and walked outside first.

This was already second nature to him, but for Nanyin music, standing in front of the public for the first time inevitably made him a little nervous.

Fortunately, amidst her turmoil, someone gently patted the girl's shoulder and mouthed an encouraging gesture.

"come on."

It's Karuni.

Chapter Thirty-Four: The Legendary Fruit

The stage lights were turned off, plunging the surroundings into darkness, with only the melodious sound of the flute, like a clear spring, flowing gently through the air.

"Thank you all for coming from afar to participate in this fashion show with me."

As various musical instruments joined the ensemble one by one, an elegant black-haired woman gracefully emerged from behind the curtain, her sleeves fluttering in the breeze.

"May your talents be showcased, and may your sentiments be conveyed to Pokémon and to everyone."

With a light and ethereal voice, stepping on the light spots that fall one after another on the path ahead, Ma Xiu dances gracefully, placing the center of attention on herself, and elegantly offering her blessings to the audience.

Da da--

Following the soft thud of the wooden clogs touching the ground, the petite figure with flowing ribbons and a butterfly in her hair joined in the cheers, darting and weaving around the woman, leaving pink and purple ripples in her wake.

Magic sparkles.

No longer an offensive move, but a restrained release of energy, Sylveon's every step produces a shimmering light that transforms into butterflies, flitting and dancing around the little beast.

The visual effects that the coordinator usually uses are even more effective under Ma Xiu's thoughtful performance.

As the butterflies scattered into tiny specks of light, the entire venue was illuminated again.

bass--

The flashbulbs, without exception, all focused on the owner of the aromatherapy salon, a dancer from Johto.

This is the prelude.

"Today, we are honored to have Mr. Mikoli and Ms. Karuni with us. We believe that with their witness, this fashion show will be a complete success."

As the opening ceremony came to a close, Mashu, dressed in a kimono, stepped aside to welcome Mikoli and Karuni, as well as many young men and women who were willing to express themselves.

The accompaniment changes, and rhythmic drumbeats successively set the atmosphere and style for the performers who take the stage one by one.

Amidst the bustling crowd, Nan Yin embraced Yi Bu and walked into the center of the stage.

Even though she could hardly see the faces of the crowd due to the distance, the unanimous gazes still made their presence known without reservation.

Stay calm and just act as usual.

After a brief pause, they stood tall and proud, no longer afraid.

This is a stage where others can showcase themselves. If you are overly nervous or indifferent, you will not only lose face but also waste such a good opportunity.

An opportunity to prove myself to the public and to demonstrate my master's skills.

Upon arriving at the location where the equipment had been set up, Nan Yin took out a short knife, placed the tree fruit on the platform, and focused all her energy on the movements of her fingers.

At this moment, the extremely keen senses stripped away the noise and shouts of the outside world, focusing their attention on the girl's features once again.

Peel off the outer skin of the basil fruit, then make a vertical cut to remove the pit. The entire process is seamless and smooth.

Even though it is originally a handmade craft, in the hands of a young girl, it transforms into an art form.

Not far away, just as the reporter in charge of the broadcast was about to introduce the second theme, the camera was positioned perfectly to focus on Nanyin music.

"As you all know, the theme of this fashion show is not singular. To express her own transformation, the owner of the Ma Embroidery Museum not only showed us the clothing customs of her hometown, the capital, but also incorporated the classical elegance of Carlos. Just look at that young girl's demeanor; doesn't she perfectly embody the essence of a witch?"

"Japanese style and Gothic style, shrine maiden and witch, what a creative comparison."

The female partner standing next to her chimed in, echoing her sentiments.

"Looking at the fabric again, the smooth surface and pure texture, I have to say that the manufacturing process of this acrylic fiber is quite outstanding."

"Speaking of acrylic fibers, we must mention the new products recently launched by the Vladali Group, related to Pokémon-themed clothing..."

As if a keyword had been triggered, the reporters naturally started advertising, causing an uproar in the broadcast room.

"No order placed yet, awaiting shipment."

"Take down the ad right away, is this what everyone clicked on?"

"That unfamiliar girl is pretty."

"A new cutie has appeared."

"Her eyes are so focused, is she the kind of person who's all smiles and no substance? I really want to... her from behind when she's working so intently..."

Despite the various opinions, Nanyin remained undisturbed by external factors and continued to immerse herself in her own space.

"Ibrahimovic."

As soon as I murmured his name, the little guy understood perfectly and brought me a conical beaker to hold the melted liquid.

"Scorpio".

"Bang!"

Scooping up the freshly crushed powder, Scorpio carefully poured it into the container, watching the colors inside change rapidly. He jumped around excitedly.

After the main ingredients are processed, the next step is continuous stirring and purification.

After shaking the solution and observing it closely with the beaker in front of her eyes to confirm the presence of the precipitate, Nan Yin took out filter paper and filtered it multiple times until it was visibly clear.

This is the final step.

While mentally processing the process, the girl's hands didn't stop moving. She tilted the beaker, poured the purified liquid into the medicine pot, and then froze it.

Completely absorbed in her work, she also nimbly read through her books, passing the time while waiting. From that moment on, her identity seemed to change; she was no longer an ordinary performer, but a witch from a fairy tale, an alchemist from a biography.

Wiping the fine sweat from her forehead, she realized that, apart from Ma Xiu, she was the most eye-catching person in the room.

No one wanted to break the silence, but the process of the liquid freezing was slow, and waiting any longer would undoubtedly waste the atmosphere that had been created.

Fortunately-

As the green-haired man in the audience smiled, a slender figure appeared on the stage, spraying a mist of water.

Milotic, the Frozen Wind.

Driven by a gentle breeze and a surge of cold air, the Pokémon of the masterpiece, Mikasa, easily froze the liquid in the cauldron by means of heat transfer, yet it also perfectly controlled the energy to avoid affecting the spectators on the sidelines.

Every move was executed with effortless mastery, and with the icy rain as their backdrop, the stage performance officially came to a close.

In the lounge after the exhibition, words of gratitude lingered, while others offered modest excuses.

"Thank you, Mr. Michael, for saving the day."

Knowing who created the final Milotic, Nan Yin undoubtedly wanted to express her gratitude.

"It was just a small favor. On the contrary, Nan Yin's performance was even more impressive. Giving up the runway show and choosing a topic that combined her own strengths, it would be a regret for me if I didn't get to see the finished product."

With his hands on the back of the chair and his legs casually crossed, Mikoli answered noncommittally.

"After all, even Milotic quite liked those energy cubes. Given more time, their quality could probably be improved even further."

"It just so happens that I was also looking for a suitable client. It's fate that we met. Instead of looking far and wide, I might as well entrust it to you directly."

He took out a neatly shaped tree fruit from his inner bag and handed it to the girl.

If a knowledgeable person were present, they might recognize the fruit before them as the legendary Lansa fruit.

It is often said that possessing it brings unparalleled, almost miraculous happiness.

P.S.: I'm asking for free votes and comments. It seems like no one is saying much and there's not much feedback.

...somewhat disappointed

Chapter Thirty-Five: The True Meaning of Battle

"Will we really make good use of this Lanza fruit?"

Leaning back in the slightly cool chair, and gazing at the angular fruit in her palm, Nan Yin pondered Mikoli's request.

The champion's requirement was that there was no need to deliver a fixed finished product, but simply to use it in the appropriate place.

It's practically a gift.

Discarding her chaotic thoughts, she used the waveguide to sense the vitality within it, and through her long, steady breaths, she came to a conclusion.

Even without low-temperature preservation, this tree fruit can still maintain its freshness for a long time.

As the main material for energy cubes?

Using such precious treasures to make disposable props is far too extravagant; a permanently portable item might be a better choice.

Unable to think of a suitable way to handle it at the moment, Nanyin could only keep it safe for the time being.

She got up and pushed open the door. After their speeches, the two champions had already left Aroma City, and their subsequent choices were quite different.

Biyi City, the Three Sacred Birds, Master Fu... As the thunderclouds that filled the town yesterday dissipate and the anger subsides, what reason does the girl have to continue staying in this unfamiliar town?

I should go back, and I must go back, to understand the situation afterward and to calm my conscience.

"Wait a minute, Nan Yin."

However, just as she had this idea, the owner of the dojo happened to arrive in front of Nanyin.

"First of all, I want to thank you for your hard work in making this fashion show possible. The feedback has been very positive, and a significant portion of the praise has been directed at you."

Ma Xiu took two discs out of her bag and handed them to the other person without saying a word.

After spending a few days together, she knew that given the other person's reserved nature, they probably wouldn't accept the gift willingly without being told clearly.

"TM227 Bewitching Voice and TM79 Dazzling Gleam. The former is the key for Eevee to evolve into a Sylveon. Mastering it will make that child's transformation much smoother. Consider it a gift from me that I've taken a liking to, and also a gift between friends. The latter is an additional reward for the highest popularity in this competition."

“There is no debt of gratitude owed. Perhaps Eevee will not necessarily follow the path of Sylveon evolution. Perhaps they will become enemies on the battlefield in the future. But before that, I hope we can be equal friends.”

Reaching out from her sleeve, Ma Xiu gently grasped the girl's fingertips.

“I know you’re planning to leave. I’m very satisfied with this project, but as the client, could you let me make one more request?”

There was no hint of mockery or teasing on the former's face. Even though some content was added along the way, overall, Nanyin is still willing to give the evaluation of a high-quality client for this mutually agreeable commission.

Moreover, these two skill disks are truly a godsend for the young girl right now.

“Ma Xiu, you can just say it.”

She no longer uses the honorific title of "owner," but she is willing to reciprocate the respect shown to those who treat her kindly.

"Let's have a one-on-one match."

"The fairy spirit and I want to express to that child and you, Nan Yin, some things that can only be demonstrated in battle, as our only teachings as seniors."

"Buy~"

Approaching the little beast, Sylveon followed suit, extending its little hand in invitation.

"it is good."