Aspiring to become a Pokémon trainer

Flipping through the Rotom Pokédex, the girl found one of the hottest headlines at the time.

[Three heroes guarding the village, a lurking demon in the mountains, and the upcoming Hidden Face Festival—legends you must know before traveling to Kitakami Village!]

The unheard-of Kitakami Township, the Masked Festival where customs continue, Pokémon beyond our comprehension, and the so-called demons.

These are all quite novel things for Nanyin, a refreshing experience unlike anything seen in other regions.

Only this thirst for knowledge and the joy of exploration can lead her to browse, sightsee, experience, and embark on so-called adventures from the perspective of a newcomer and a traveler.

She poked the little kabi's belly, causing it to open and close its mouth, yawn repeatedly, and raise its head in confusion. Nanyin gently offered a reminder.

"Little one, it's time to get up, we're about to leave."

There's no time to waste; now that we have a goal, we must put it into practice.

Upon reaching the bedroom, she discarded her cotton shoes and rummaged through the closet for a pair of flesh-colored thin-soled stockings, using them to awaken her dazed friend.

She sat on the edge of the bed, her knees slightly raised, revealing a soft curve. Nan Yin clenched two fingers together and gently lifted her stockings, from her ankles to her calves, from the back of her knees to her thighs, until they fit perfectly and were smooth and flawless. Only then did she stand up, tiptoe, and nod in satisfaction.

After all, it's already mid-autumn, and the temperature is getting colder to some extent. Even though the climate in Kitakami Township is different from that in Carlos, it's still necessary to take precautions against catching a cold and other problems.

She tightened the zipper of her ankle boots, stood quietly in the entryway, leaned against the wall, touched her lower lip with her finger, and pondered what items she might have forgotten.

This scene was also witnessed by Korni, who had just finished washing up and stepped out of the bathroom.

Wearing a dark blue sleeveless chiffon top with a knitted cardigan, and paired with a clean white bottom, my friend's shapely legs were accentuated, complemented by her focused eyes and beautiful features.

As she swallowed the warm milk and gazed at the beautiful scenery, the blonde girl's heart stirred, and she couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

"Nan Yin, you look so beautiful today."

Staring intently at that full, rounded curve, like a cat eyeing a ball of fur, an inexplicable impulse surged in Korni's eyes.

"I appreciate it, but don't forget about today's dishwashing duties."

Accepting praise from friends without showing pity is one thing, but the obligations one should fulfill should not be reduced because of a few kind words.

"As I said yesterday, I will be taking the ship from Baike City to Beishang Township this afternoon. If you would like, you can come with me. Of course, meditating in Carlos is also a good option."

She doesn't force others to accompany her. As the saying goes, a whole month of training might be more effective in raising Pokémon, but Nanyin simply prefers to gradually accumulate experience through the little things in her travels.

"Overseas regions?"

Although she had traversed this land several times, those regions that only appeared in the news were quite unfamiliar terms to Korni.

"As for me, I'd like to be with Nan Yin too..."

Glancing at her friend's expression, Korni's voice became slightly reserved.

Once she truly saw the gap between them, this unattainable disparity made the girl less inclined to get close and more inclined to introspect.

"it is good."

She didn't object; for her, Korne's arrival was simply adding a pair of chopsticks and a bowl to her life, nothing troublesome.

It wasn't quite like she had just said, leaving it to its own devices. Nan Yin also went to the sink and helped the former wash the kitchen utensils after the meal.

The lingering morning glow faded away, until the two of them, along with a group of small animals, gradually walked further and further away.

......

"Bang!"

When you look again, you see a blue sea and sky.

Facing the sea breeze, the hoarse sound of the tide constantly pounded against the hull of the ship, like the long and drawn-out cry of a whale.

Curiously surveying its surroundings, the Scorpion King soared through the air, sometimes level with the seagulls, sometimes mingling among the tourists.

Just as it was about to dive into the sea and learn from the birds to hunt fish, an invisible hand grabbed the back of its neck and pulled it back up.

"You mustn't lose track of the ship because of this, or I won't be able to find you again."

She flicked the little beast's forehead with her finger, causing it to cover its head and whimper, deliberately acting foolish. Nan Yin couldn't help but smile.

"Wow, Nanyin, look, that's the Whale King!"

Following my friend's gaze, at the edge of the horizon, several enormous whales were rising from the sea, spewing waves.

"A truly spectacular scene."

With this thought, she leaned against the railing, arms crossed, to fully enjoy this new and exciting world.

Thanks to the cruise ship's considerable tonnage, today's waves were unable to shake it at all, which is why there were so many passengers chatting and having fun on the deck.

They noticed the elegant young woman, but seeing her focused expression, they watched quietly and discussed in hushed tones without disturbing her.

To the average person, Nan Yin's furrowed brows and calm demeanor are tantamount to a polite refusal to be disturbed. Of course, a journey is never short of naturally familiar guests.

"Ladies, are you first-time visitors to Beishang Township?"

He was one of the seamen on this flight.

"Yes."

The girl bent down to stroke Eevee's fur, speaking sparingly, while the lady, without any formality, quietly recounted her experiences.

"Perhaps you have heard of Kitakami Village's reputation and know that the Masked Festival is about to be held, but in reality, it is not a tourist destination."

Her past experiences left a bad impression, so she considers herself a senior and offers advice and warnings to later tourists.

"Although telling you this might spoil the mood, I just want to remind you that your intention to travel is fine, but the local customs and culture in Beishang Township are not very good. Be careful not to be deceived there."

After these few words, the sailor returned to his post and busied himself with various tasks.

I didn't ignore the former's comment; I don't know much about Nanyin music in that area.

She only knew that it originated from the legend of evil spirits, and after a long history, it evolved into the folk custom we have today, such as the face-covering ritual and the Three Jewels.

If the sailor's advice was true, he wouldn't be particularly surprised.

After all, she had looked at the photos of Beishang Township that had been published before she came. The tourist attractions with those lights were actually a bit strange, and just looking at them didn't make her want to go anywhere.

The remoteness of the area means that this town can only rely on agriculture and tourism to boost its economy.

A sacrificial ceremony to celebrate heroes, the Three Jewels companions deemed virtuous, and the demons dwelling in the mountains, committing many evil deeds...

This is how the local residents describe it, and apart from these general, common, and contradictory legends, Beishang Township is almost no different from an ordinary rural town.

Therefore, rather than blindly believing everything, Nan Yin felt that the so-called "masked sacrifice" and heroic legends were mostly just gimmicks, with a mixture of truth and falsehood, and exaggeration of the facts.

Her limited perspective prevented her from getting lost in confusion; the young girl was happy to use her own eyes to witness the truth and to delve into the legend of the past through her actions.

Whether it's a ghost or a human, good or evil, you'll only know after you see it.

P.S.: That's all for today, time to take a break.

Diancie isn't really gone; she'll be back in about twenty chapters. I hope everyone won't abandon us.

Chapter 102 The Cursed Pon and the Danyu Siblings

The old country bus swayed slightly as it stopped at an inconspicuous bus stop. As the driver watched it go, the fresh air from outside drifted into my nostrils, bringing a touch of freshness.

Stepping out of the car with her friend, Nan Yin let her gaze wander as she surveyed their surroundings, enjoying the cool afternoon breeze.

Autumn has arrived, and looking around, one sees abundant orchards, golden farmland, and occasionally Pokémon wandering and playing along the pebbly paths.

Strolling through the area, listening to fellow tourists chat about local life and watching the local residents working in the fields, she summarized the information she had gathered.

The girl stopped walking in the next moment.

Not for any other reason than the figure above her that she had never heard of before.

"Is this Galer's fruit-eating worm?"

Nanyin carefully examined the differences in the small, bright red animal shaped like an apple nestled among the branches, and ultimately gave a negative answer.

Unlike the object referred to in the text, this elf retains the characteristics of a sauropod in its tail, and the fruit stalk at the top is unexpectedly long and narrow.

"What is Nan Yin looking at?"

Noticing her friend's pause and observation, Korni followed her gaze, but the lush trees only revealed verdant greenery, making it difficult to discern their true nature.

"A Pokémon not listed in the Kalos Pokédex, its type should be a combination of Grass and Dragon."

Judging by appearance alone, probably no one would think that an apple-like creature could also have dragon blood. But that's how magical Pokémon are; they are born from fantasy, yet they also reflect nature.

Each Pokémon has unique habits and characteristics, which is why the professor entrusted her with the Pokédex, hoping she would venture into areas unexplored by humans, fill in the gaps in her knowledge, and explore entirely new territories.

"I didn't expect to have such an unexpected gain as soon as I stepped into this place."

Instead of following tour groups or blindly being accompanied on predetermined routes, Nanyin prefers to explore slowly from her own perspective and affirm where her interests lie.

With a sense of joy, she began to write down the information she had just summarized, word by word.

New elves, different lands and cultures—this new chapter is the meaning of the adventure, a harvest that Carlos could never reap.

"Bang!"

With its wings outstretched, the indigo-blue beast glided down from the towering branches, as if picking up an abandoned object from an old haunt.

Spreading mental power from the fingertips, it penetrates the fruit peel, capturing the differences between the inside and outside in a southern-style melody.

Sugar core disease, with high sugar content, allows her to determine the slight saccharification and even distribution of sugar in the pulp through subtle application of force.

High-quality apples could be an excellent main ingredient for sweet cubes.

Is it due to the different climate and the local people's planting methods that the fruit variety is special?

With the mindset of an apprentice, the girl meticulously recorded everything she saw and heard along the way.

Crossing the ridges of the fields, on the main road they were walking on, a large-tailed creature stood at attention and swaggered along. When it saw Nan Yin's gaze, instead of leaving in a panic, it pricked up its pointed ears, raised its beige paws, and greeted the two of them.

"Lili~"

"so cute."

With sparkling eyes, Korni naturally couldn't resist the adorable little beast.

Nan Yin couldn't help but smile, her lips curving into a slight smile.

After getting used to towering buildings and wide streets, being in this boundless field and scattered country houses is a truly comforting experience.

Shedding inner anxiety, one feels a sense of peace and leisure, and time seems to slow down.

"Nanyin, look!"

Kneeling down and lying face down in front of a tree hollow, the blonde girl excitedly recounted her discovery to her friend.

"They're a family of pure white mice."

One, two, three, two big and one small, just like a complete family.

They counted the number of mice in their eyes and, through their keen senses, went deep into their nests.

The exquisite rooms and connecting walkways reveal to Nanyin the living habits and social structure of these Pokémon, and just by looking at Korrina's expression, you can tell that she is very interested in the little guy in front of her.

"If you want to tame them, remember to communicate with the two elders have."

The larger white rat, seeing the girl approach, shielded the smaller child behind it, reluctantly offering up some nuts and grains of rice.

It is an exchange of prayers for safety.

"No, no, no, that's not what I meant."

Korne quickly waved her hand to express her rejection, and then explained urgently.

"It's just that your child is so cute that I couldn't help but stop in my tracks."

I took out several Nanyin-themed energy cubes. Before I could even lay them flat, the mellow aroma that wafted out made it hard for the whole family of mice to look away.

"squeak?"

"Yes, yes, these are for you. Consider them an apology for the inconvenience."

They exchanged a glance, and the rats sniffed the fruity scent emanating from the white-haired girl beside them, then looked at her enthusiastic face, as if they had made up their minds.

Without any complicated thoughts, they simply imagined that by following the other party, they might be able to eat such food every day, and thus readily accepted the request to be subdued.

"Well, as expected, Nan Yin, your Energy Cube is a real killer for Pokémon."

Holding the Poké Ball high, striking a standard capture pose, Korrina gave her friend a thumbs-up and flashed a bright smile.