socalfunplaces Chapter 384 Victini: Paparazzi bag, you smell so good...
Chapter 384 Victini: Paparazzi bag, you smell so good...
Chapter 384 Victini: Paparazzi bag, you smell so good... (wiping drool)
One of the great advantages of a barbecue party is that the cleanup afterwards is much easier.
There weren't any plates so greasy that you wouldn't want to touch them; all you had were bamboo and metal skewers scattered around.
Besides, Xia Chi, Gadriya, and their elves were all very well-mannered; they all threw their skewers into the trash can after they finished eating.
Needless to say, for creatures like Tyranitar and Metagross, those sturdy metal skewers are a crunchy "after-dinner snack" in themselves.
Even the lingering aroma of meat on the skewers was savored by them, achieving a truly zero-waste process.
After lunch, Milton and Dragonite, who hadn't been able to help much with the cooking earlier, were unusually enthusiastic.
A device that manipulates a precise electric current attracts and gathers scattered, tiny pieces of trash.
The other flapped its wings, creating a gentle airflow that gathered debris from the beach surface, taking on the task of cleaning up the mess quite consciously.
Qishu and Yeci's spirits probably felt a little embarrassed, so they also joined the cleaning team.
With many sprites, great strength is needed. In no time, thanks to the efficient and coordinated efforts of more than a dozen sprites, the once bustling and noisy beach was restored to its usual clean and tranquil state.
Although he had just finished a ten-hour flight, Qishu showed no signs of fatigue and still looked full of energy.
She patted the non-existent grains of sand off her hands and ran excitedly to Xia Chi's side.
"Achi, Achi, will you show me around the island?"
Xia Chi was slightly taken aback upon hearing this.
Come to think of it, in the few days since I came back, I've been busy shopping or contacting friends, so I haven't really had a chance to properly explore the island.
"Okay."
He readily nodded and said with a smile, "I just finished eating and am taking a walk to digest. I also want to see how much the island has changed while I was away."
He then turned to President Yeci, who was elegantly sipping her after-dinner tea, and politely invited her, "Sister Yeci, would you like to join us? The air on the island is wonderful, and the scenery is beautiful too."
Ye Ci put down the exquisite bone china cup and smiled gently, "I won't go. I didn't get much rest on the plane and my jet lag is still a bit messed up. I'll take a nap this afternoon to adjust. You two young people should go and have some fun."
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Xia Chi nodded understandingly: "Okay, then you should get some rest, Sister Ye Ci. Latias, could you please take President Ye Ci to the reserved guest room to rest?"
Latias responded gently and then transformed into human form.
Ye Ci nodded to Xia Chi and Qi Shu, then followed Latias into the main house.
Xia Chi's gaze shifted, and he was about to invite Gadria to join him when the young lady, as if she had anticipated his arrival, turned and left, leaving behind only a cold and aloof figure.
Xia Chi touched his nose. Well, now he didn't even need to ask.
In the end, only Xia Chi and Qi Shu went for a walk.
After leaving the beach area where the aroma of food still lingered, the surroundings immediately became quiet.
The boisterous sounds of playful sprites were filtered through layers of greenery and the soothing sound of the waves, appearing distant and indistinct.
All that remained in my ears was the rhythmic lapping of the waves against the beach, the rustling of the sea breeze through the treetops, and...
"Achi, let me tell you, last time we went deep into Zone Zero to explore, we discovered a never-before-seen cluster of crystalline flowers! The light they emitted in the darkness was like bringing the starry sky underground..."
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From what I saw and heard in Zone Zero, to how I captured my new partner Iron Arm, and even the little things about other Pokémon in my daily life.
Qishu's mouth never closed the entire way.
It was as if she wanted to share all the experiences and feelings she had accumulated during the past few months of separation with Xia Chi all at once.
Xia Chi simply walked quietly half a step ahead of her, occasionally offering directions when a path needed to be chosen.
He didn't find the incessant talking a disturbance; on the contrary, he felt a long-lost sense of relaxation and comfort.
He rarely interrupted, mostly just tilting his head slightly and responding with a glance or a brief "um," "And then?" or "That's interesting," perfectly playing the role of a listener.
The atmosphere between the two was as natural and comfortable as their surroundings.
After chatting about their recent situations, Qi Shu seemed to suddenly remember something important. He stopped in his tracks, turned around to face Xia Chi, and revealed a mysterious smile, his eyes curving into beautiful crescents.
"...Oh, right, Yeci and I prepared a gift for you~"
Xia Chi stopped obediently, a perfectly measured look of curiosity on her face: "Oh? There's a gift too? What is it?"
Actually, he had already anticipated that Ye Ci and Qi Shu would bring gifts.
Aside from Qi Shu, who can be a bit careless at times, Ye Ci certainly wouldn't make a mistake when it comes to etiquette.
As for what the gift is... to be honest, it's not that important.
Such a statement would certainly sound somewhat arrogant.
But Xia Chi really doesn't need anything materially now.
But when it comes to gifts, the thought that counts is what matters.
For this reason, Xia Chi was still curious about what the gift was.
"Hehe, I guarantee you'll like it!"
Qi Shu's smile deepened. From the stylish little bag with the Rotom pattern printed on it at her waist, she carefully took out a red and white Poké Ball, held it in her palm, and then handed it to Xia Chi.
"It's an elf..."
Xia Chi's gaze fell on the Poké Ball, and his eyebrows twitched slightly.
This answer was indeed somewhat unexpected.
He had originally thought it would be a specialty handicraft from Padiya, or some valuable research material provided by President Yeci.
The significance of a fairy as a gift is obviously more special and profound.
His curiosity was fully piqued, and he pressed on, "What kind of spirit is it?"
"Here, open it and see for yourself~"
Qishu pushed the Poké Ball forward a little further, his eyes sparkling with anticipation.
Xia Chi reached out and took the still-warm Poké Ball from her warm palm.
He touched the button in the center of the sphere with his fingertip and pressed it gently.
With a familiar sound of energy release, a soft white light emerged from the sphere and landed on the soft grass in front of him.
The light quickly condensed and shaped, eventually transforming into a strangely shaped sprite about half a meter tall.
Its body is mainly made up of several pieces of bread with an appealing pale yellow color, and its overall outline resembles an adorable small dog.
The round head is topped with a structure resembling an over-fermented dough that has risen too much, forming an ear-like structure.
Its wet, black nose twitched slightly, and a round, bread-like tail swayed back and forth behind it.
Paparazzi bag!
Xia Chi's eyes lit up.
This Pokémon is considered one of the national Pokémon of the Padia region.
Because the natural yeast contained in its breath can give pastries a unique and wonderful flavor, it has been cherished and protected by the Parthians since ancient times.
In Padia, the two types of Pokémon can often be seen in ordinary households without trainers.
One is a motorcycle lizard responsible for transportation, while the other is a dog-shaped bag serving as the family's baking master.
Speaking of which, when Xia Chi went to Padiya last time, she was thinking of bringing back a paparazzi bag.
However, due to the tight schedule, the matter was dropped.
Unexpectedly, Qishu sent one over.
This paparazzi bag doesn't look shy at all.
After emerging from the Poké Ball, it did not, like many Pokémon arriving in an unfamiliar environment, immediately hide behind a strange tree for protection.
Instead, it sniffed around in the new environment with its wet little black nose, trying its best to collect all the olfactory information about this place.
Its round, bread-like tail swayed merrily from side to side with the rhythm of its exploration, exuding an innocent and curious charm.
A warm smile spread across Xia Chi's eyes. He naturally squatted down, looked at the new little guy at eye level, and stretched out his palm to him.
The paparazzi bag immediately stopped its exploration.
It raised its little head, its round, bean-like eyes looked at Xia Chi, then lowered its head to sniff his outstretched hand.
Seemingly sensing a reassuring energy fluctuation emanating from this palm, it no longer hesitated, took its short legs, and pattered over.
Then, without any hesitation, she pressed her little head, still warm from her body and smelling faintly of baking, against Xia Chi's palm, and even rubbed it affectionately.
"Looks like Paparazzi Bao really likes you, Achi."
Qishu also squatted down, watching this scene with a smile, and began to introduce the background of this new companion.
"This puppy bag is no ordinary item. It's a direct descendant of the ace spotted dog from A-Feng's house in Yuanmo Town. That dog is A-Feng's treasure. When I first went to ask for it back, she was reluctant to part with it and covered it up tightly, but..."
Qi Shu winked slyly and continued, "As soon as I said I was going to give it to Achi, she agreed without hesitation."
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Afeng is the Bug-type Gym Leader of Cocoy Town in the Padilla region, and also a renowned confectioner in Padilla and the surrounding area.
Although there is no conclusive scientific evidence that desserts made by stronger dog-like buns or twill dogs are necessarily more delicious.
But the reputation and fame of the dessert shop "Pai Shu Lei Mu Zi" that A Feng runs is the best proof of its success.
Her family's puppies and Teddy dogs, through generations of careful breeding and "baking training," are in a sense their family heirlooms.
The significance of receiving such a high-quality paparazzi bag as a gift is self-evident.
Xia Chi gently stroked the dog's soft chin with her fingertips, watching it comfortably squint its eyes, and then looked up and smiled, "This gift is too precious. Please thank Master Feng for me. I accept this kind gesture. Don't worry, I will take good care of it."
Qi Shu waved his hand, smiling brightly: "Ah Feng would know without me saying it, after all, it's you, Ah Chi~"
Her tone carried an air of taken-for-granted trust and pride.
Xia Chi was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, but then understood and the smile on his lips deepened.
Since when has one's own name become some kind of prestigious brand?
This feeling... is actually not bad.
The island may not be very large, but if you walk around it on foot without any riding spirits, it will definitely take quite a while.
However, this can be considered "inspecting the territory," so Xia Chi won't get tired.
Along the way, Xia Chi explained the functional divisions of each area to Qi Shu.
The training grounds and playgrounds for the Pokémon's daily activities, farms planted with various special fruits and crops, lakes and bays for water-type Pokémon to inhabit, which may be developed into open lawns for battles in the future, and several holiday cottages prepared for visiting friends.
By the way, the three legendary birds captured from Team Rocket have now settled down on the island.
Because these three have a tradition of fighting whenever they get together, Xia Chi deliberately divided their territory into three corners of Qiming Island.
And they're not just eating and living here for free.
In addition to their daily duty of protecting the island, Xia Chi also assigned them some "special tasks" based on their characteristics.
For example, the temperature on the island is too low in winter, so the Moltres needs to raise the temperature.
In summer, when the temperature on the island is high, the articulated birds need to be properly refrigerated.
Zapdos is different; it is responsible for supplying electricity to the island all year round.
The three legendary birds certainly wouldn't have wanted to do this kind of work that eroded the dignity of the legendary spirits.
But as prisoners, their willingness is certainly not up to them.
On this island where hidden talents abound, the Three Sacred Birds are at the very bottom in terms of both strength and status.
Perhaps, he's only slightly more experienced than the paparazzi who just arrived today.
After several attempts to slack off were met with "friendly negotiations" using physical means, the three sacred birds finally recognized reality and honestly began to fulfill their job responsibilities.
When Xia Chi and Qi Shu finished their island tour and strolled back to the vicinity of the main house, it was already getting late.
The magnificent sunset painted the sky and sea in a warm orange-red hue, and the lights on the island lit up one after another, outlining the gentle contours of the buildings.
The dog-like bag's short legs had limited stamina, and it was already too tired to walk halfway through the island patrol. Xia Chi considerately put it back into its Poké Ball to rest.
As soon as she stepped into the brightly lit living room, a golden-orange figure rushed over enthusiastically, aiming straight for Xia Chi's face.
It is Bictini whose energy seems to never run out.
However, just before it was about to complete the standard "face hug" move, the little guy's movements suddenly paused subtly in mid-air.
Its small nose twitched rapidly as it flew half a circle around Xia Chi, a thoughtful expression on its face.
Xia Chi understood immediately and couldn't help but chuckle.
This little guy has a really good nose.
It probably sensed the unique scent left behind when the paparazzi nestled in its arms.
He never intended to hide the arrival of his new partner.
Since Victini had discovered him, he simply released the paparazzi bag out of the Poké Ball again without hesitation.
"Everyone, come and meet our new partner!"
New partner?
The word made the elves in the room perk up instantly.
Then, all eyes turned to Xia Chi in the entrance hall, and to the small yellow figure at his feet that was looking around at the unfamiliar surroundings with a somewhat bewildered expression.
Leaving aside special cases like Reshiram, the last time a new partner joined the team was a few months ago with Hakron.
The addition of "fresh blood" always sparks everyone's curiosity and a subtle sense of anticipation.
In an instant, several figures surrounded them from different directions.
For Pao Zai Bao, who was new to the area, the scene before him was quite impactful.
Having just left the quiet Poké Ball, I was surrounded by so many enormous creatures of various shapes and exuding powerful auras.
Even the most fearless and outgoing paparazzi couldn't help but feel a little flustered and helpless at this moment.
It instinctively wagged its tail and backed away slightly, trying to find a safe corner.
Unexpectedly, my rear end bumped into something hard, cold, and rocky.
Pao Zai Bao froze, cautiously turning his head away.
What came into its view was a huge, ferocious face covered with hard, gray-green armor and filled with sharp spikes and teeth.
At this moment, the face was twitching its lips in an extremely unnatural way, trying to give it a kind smile.
"Woof!"
The paparazzi was so terrified that his fur almost stood on end.
It let out a short, terrified whimper, and scrambled away from the shadow cast by Bangiras on all fours, running frantically in another direction from the living room.
The forced smile on Bangiras's face, which was left standing there, instantly crumbled, replaced by an expression of grievance and frustration.
No, am I that scary...?
Before the paparazzi could catch its breath, a golden figure, filled with curiosity and excitement, suddenly appeared in front of it, almost touching its face.
Victini flew around the paparazzi bag twice, its small nose almost touching the bag, and took a blissful breath, its little V-shaped wings flapping rapidly with excitement.
"Tini..."
You smell so good...
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