Aspiring to become a Pokémon trainer

[A thousand years ago, a trainer rode his ram to this sandy bay by the sea. They planted a fruit tree and exchanged wishes. Through the endless passage of time, that sapling has grown into an ancient tree reaching for the heavens, and the city of Wing-to-Wing, which grew alongside it, was born.]

As Nan Yin turned to the last page, about to immerse herself in reading, the swaying of the table and the soft creaking of the wheels on the opposite side interrupted her thoughts.

"Excuse me, could I sit in this empty seat for a while?"

Breathing rapidly, chest heaving, a girl with a bright golden ponytail came into view immediately after those words.

The fitted sportswear and simple, short shorts both exuded vitality, but the only two things that contradicted this were the roller skates on his feet and the lingering annoyance on his face.

"It's alright, please go ahead."

I don't object to helping others within the scope of what's feasible, especially since the other person is someone I've known for a while.

"Thank you. I've really had enough. How can there be such an unreasonable adult? It was clearly my seat, but he insisted on sitting with his relatives and friends. If I was pushed aside, wouldn't I have to do what he did and take someone else's seat? And if the original ticket holder questions me, where am I supposed to go?"

As she spoke, perhaps having vented her anger, or perhaps realizing Nan Yin's presence, she quickly blushed and apologized.

"I'm sorry you saw the unpleasant side of me. Oh, I almost forgot to introduce myself, my name is—"

"Cornie."

Chapter Seven: Shimmer and Rarity

"Nanyin."

Knowing the other person's name, and without being verbose, Nan Yin introduced herself using only two characters.

Then, I focused my energy on reading the travel guide I hadn't finished reading earlier.

"Eh?"

Perhaps it was because the girl's attitude was too indifferent that Korni felt a little uncomfortable.

"Um, Nan Yin, do you know about the Sala Dojo?"

"The third-ranked gym in the Kalos region, renowned for its Fighting-type gyms, is located on the top floor of the Refinement Tower..."

"Uh-huh."

Listening to Nan Yin's soft-spoken story, Ke Erni gradually forgot her annoyance and nodded in affirmation from time to time.

One could glimpse her pride simply from her eyes and brows, which were filled with joy.

"As the current head of the Sala Gym, Korne is also known as the 'Warrior'."

"That's right!"

With her chest puffed out and arms crossed, it was clear that the praise pleased the young girl.

However, the next moment, Nan Yin casually brought the preface to a close and turned to study the cultivation books she carried with her.

"wait wait wait!"

The girl's indifference when she pointed her finger at herself was undoubtedly unexpected by Korne.

She had already revealed her identity, and the other party should still be a rookie trainer.

"I am the master of the Sala Dojo."

"Okay, I understand. So, what brings you here, Curious Lady Korne?"

Following the former's words, Nan Yin asked a question, slightly puzzled.

It wasn't that she was deliberately teasing her; it's just that the owner's identity wasn't something that would surprise her.

"Buy?"

Just like its owner, Eevee also tilted its little face to the side, expressing its confusion.

"Well......"

Unable to look directly at either of them again, and with her gaze lingering, the girl gradually began to doubt her life.

"No, it's alright, sorry to bother you."

Even though she was filled with the bitterness of disappointment, she could only tap her finger lightly to hide her shame and force a nonchalant smile.

How could this be? Although I'm not a household name yet, I'm quite well-known in Carlos.

Logically speaking, even someone who never leaves their home should know about the Sara Dojo, let alone a girl of similar age to her.

It can't be called vanity, but even as the direct descendant of the dojo, Korni still craves the recognition of her peers, especially after being severely criticized and berated by her grandfather.

There was no more conversation. Even though they were only two feet apart, silence still filled the air between them.

until—

"Cornee, could you give me a brief introduction to Biyi City? It would be a way of repaying the favor of having a ride with me earlier."

Handing the travel brochure to the other person, perhaps the young girl couldn't perceive the other person's emotions, but Korni's disappointment was practically written all over her face.

Indeed, Nan Yin is not one to cause trouble, and she has little experience in interpersonal relationships, but she is still capable of comforting a young girl.

"Ah good."

Turning the page to the section on the city of Biyi, and drawing on her own observations, Korni began her narration with a look of astonishment.

"The City of Wings is situated by the sea, nestled against mountains, and surrounded by ancient trees. In terms of environment alone, it's arguably the most naturally beautiful town in Carlos. Because of its advantageous location, it has received significant investment in transportation. From a high vantage point, it offers a magnificent view of a vast expanse of blue water, with a single tree reaching for the sky, and..."

"Oh right, I almost forgot to mention the Gym Leader of the Twins Gym, Mr. Fu. That old gentleman is a trainer not to be underestimated. Thinking about it, I suffered several setbacks at his hands."

From her initial stiffness to her fluent and engaging delivery, from describing formulas to sharing her own experiences, the girl clearly regained her lost confidence through her continuous narration.

"Now that you mention it, I'm even more interested in that city."

Ending a discussion with affirmation and highlighting of the speaker's words and actions is a way that Nanyin used to comfort others in the past.

Although she was somewhat cunning, she still had to say it.

This girl is so easy to please, and so full of energy.

"Right, right! I told you Biyi City was a great place. Next time I go there, I'm going to force Master Fu to use all his strength to fight me!"

With her fingers clenched into a fist, she swung it lightly, seemingly forgetting her earlier grievances, and Korni regained her fighting spirit.

"Oh, right, I almost forgot to ask, is Nan Yin planning to go to Biyi City?"

"Yes, some personal matters."

Without providing detailed information, although they got along quite well, it was still their first meeting.

"It's a pity, I'm going back to my grandfather's this time."

It's a bit of a pity, as it's rare to meet a kind stranger on a train, let alone find someone you click with and who's willing to listen to you.

"Well, see you later."

Just as the saying implies, the train stopped at the perfect moment, opened and closed its iron gates, and sent in a gentle breeze.

"We have arrived at the suburbs of Biyi City. Passengers, please collect your luggage to avoid loss..."

Listening to the radio, feeling the warmth and cold, and with her little beast leaping up and perching on her neck and shoulder, Nan Yin nodded to say goodbye.

"See you."

"Buyi!"

Outside, green fields stretched out, and dense forests stood tall. As the sparks from the friction of wheels on the tracks faded further and further away along the main road, this sparse woodland near the city was left with only a young girl and the unknown.

Saying goodbye to the streets and alleys and walking alone is a completely new experience for Nanyin music.

There may be curiosity involved, but caution is also warranted.

She tiptoed, subtly adapting to the changing soil beneath her feet, and used her peripheral vision to spot potential dangers in all directions.

There were no withered, crumbling trees, no hordes of spirits; with the aid of mental power, every subtle detail entered the senses.

Just as described in the manual, this suburban area on the outskirts of town is regularly cleaned by professionals, and there are even traces of pruning on some branches.

After tightening the shoulder straps and confirming the direction, Nan Yin did not hesitate any longer and set off.

If nothing unexpected happens, she should be able to reach her destination before dark.

"Ibrahimovic, could you please keep an eye on the surroundings?"

I still remember that the little guy's special ability is to foresee danger. In games, text warnings are not very useful, but in reality, this is definitely a convenient ability.

"Not just elves, but also humans."

To fill the missing conditions, in the countryside, one must not only be wary of wild Pokémon, but also be cautious of unfamiliar trainers.

Aside from the Bug Catchers lurking around, sometimes, trainers seeking a living outside might be more dangerous than Pokémon.

"Buyi!"

With its fur standing on end, Eevee, walking ahead, didn't turn around, but it spontaneously arched its back, fully prepared to react.

However, almost the instant the words were spoken, the crisp sound of a branch breaking conveyed the message that living beings existed in the vicinity.

"!"

Stopping in its tracks, the chestnut-furred beast bared its canines at a lush thicket of bushes.

However, to Nan Yin's surprise, the owner of the sound reacted even more strongly than the two of them combined.

"Clap!"

A flash of dark blue light appeared, and the figure had already rushed into the depths of the forest.

It's obvious they're running away.

"At first glance, its body shape resembles a bug-type Pokémon, but it has a pair of wing membranes at the junction of its arms and armpits."

The still weak mental power cannot replace the visual ability to capture the ever-changing form, while mechanical scanning can produce results in an instant.

Preliminary results have been obtained from the Palu Encyclopedia:

Individual: ? ? Gender: ♀

Features: Immune

Possesses the following attributes: [Rare], [Resilient Body], [Lightning Speed]

Rare: Global Attack +15%, Work Speed ​​+15%

Resilient Physique: Global Defense +20%

Swiftness: Global speed +30%

P.S.: I'd like to ask for any unwanted votes from everyone~

Chapter Eight: The Strange-Colored Scorpion

Does "rare" refer to a special individual?

Like a hegemon, or a shining star.

If I wasn't mistaken at that glance, the small elf was entirely dark blue.

In addition to the rare trait of immunity, after several rounds of screening, excluding Snorlax and Zangoose Slash, there is only one possibility left.

Having anticipated the escape of the elf, Nan Yin did not rush to pursue it.

He bent his knees, extended his fingertips, and wiped the soil where his footprints remained.

Besides the fresh fragrance of the vegetation, she also smelled a faint rusty odor.

Moreover, looking further away, there are plenty of blood-stained bushes and branches along the path the other party took in their hasty departure.

The elf was injured, and not a minor one.

Otherwise, given the common habits of scorpion spirits, it is quite rare for them to be cowardly without a fight.

"Ibrahimovic."

The instructions were not explained in detail, but the little beast easily understood Nan Yin's meaning.

With its naturally keen senses, it quickly caught up with the spreading trail of blood, guiding the girl behind it.