You are not allowed to be a Pokémon Trainer!

Chapter 227 "Bangilas vs. the Thunder King Kong 2" (4k)

7 month 22 day.

After bidding farewell to Du Juan, who came to see him off, Xia Chi boarded a flying car controlled by the "Rotom Intelligent Driving" system and officially embarked on his journey to Orange Blossom City.

What? Why didn't Daigo come to see him off?

The champion, who had just returned from his fruitless search for the Diamond Kingdom in Carlos, had already left Kanaz City two days ago after hearing from Xia Chi that there was a meteorite that had fallen two thousand years ago near Meteor Falls, and headed north to dig for stones.

He didn't even have time to go back to the Dewen Company to see his elderly father, let alone change out of his mining work clothes.

It has a similar style to the legendary Yu the Great in the Eastern mythology who passed by his home three times without entering while taming the floods.

Well, both of their names contain the character "大" (da), and you have to admit they share a similar stubborn streak.

The flying car took off smoothly, activated its optical camouflage, and sped southward.

The carriage was quiet and peaceful, with only the slight hum of the engine.

Before long, the steel jungle of the city outside the window was left behind, replaced by a truly vast and boundless green ocean—

The Petalburg Forest, connecting Kanaz City and Petalburg City, has already spread out beneath your feet.

The lush forest stretched seemingly endlessly to the horizon.

Seeing that the number of bird Pokémon such as Swellow and Staraptor around them was gradually increasing, Xia Chi had Rotom slow down its speed.

Although it has the function of optical camouflage, who knows which powerful flying sprite might "speed up" and crash into it?
Fortunately, the first long-haul flight went very smoothly without any unexpected incidents.

The forest and the sea were similar; after the initial novelty wore off, the elves quickly grew tired of the uneventful scenery outside the window.

Fortunately, Devon understands the pain points of long-distance travel and has drawn on Donghuang's popular "refrigerator, color TV and big sofa" concept to maximize comfort and entertainment.

So, Zhenyifa and Shajilas, who were sitting in the back, quickly found something to do to pass the time: a large screen projector that had been lowered from the roof.

Unfortunately, this harmony did not last long.

Soon, the elves started arguing about which movie to watch.

Its wings flapped, propelling its enormous "twin tails" that took up almost half of the back seat space, and its scarlet eyes gleamed with excitement: "Whoa!"

Check out the newly released movie "The House of the Dream Demon," a horror film that's sure to be thrilling!

Shakiras's vocal organs, hidden within its thick carapace, emitted a deep, muffled sound: "Gawoo!"

"The House of Dream Demons?" That name doesn't sound scary at all.

Rotom, who was driving, also joined the discussion: "Exactly, it's Rotom! It sounds like a children's movie for little kids like Victini!"

Feeling insulted, Zhenyi immediately bristled and instinctively tried to bully Rotom the phone as usual.

But then they suddenly discovered that this guy had become one with the flying car, and there was nowhere to attack him.

Furious, Fa Jie puffed out her cheeks and tried to make the most ferocious face, attempting to scare everyone and prove that the assertion that "dream monsters are not scary" is wrong.

However, because the model was so cute, and the expression looked like it was trying to be adorable, it unsurprisingly didn't scare any of the elves.

However, its overly cute and delicate face, no matter how much it grinned, seemed to be maliciously trying to be cute. Instead of scaring any of its companions, it made Victini think it was inviting them to play.

The little guy called out "Tini~" and then rubbed his soft, creamy body against her.

"Ooh!"

Go away!

Sister Fa was so angry that she stomped her non-existent foot, but well, apart from making herself angry, it didn't seem to have any real impact.

Tire Cat, sitting in the passenger seat, glanced at Zhenyi Fa through the rearview mirror. Her crimson eyes held a hint of disdain and helplessness as she flicked her tail.

What a fool!
Seeing that Zhenyifa's "terrorist counterattack" had failed, Shakiras took the opportunity to shake his heavy body and suggest, "Gawoo!"

[Watch the monster movie "Bangila vs. Gorilla 2"! I heard it stars Zantie's champion-level Gorilla, and the fight scenes are incredibly exciting!]

Rotom, ever the sarcastic critic, commented: "You mean that family-friendly children's movie where Bangiras has no presence at all and the villain is utterly unappealing, Rotom?"

In theory, Rotom, who knows all the information on the internet, is indeed qualified to offer sharp commentary.

Although Shakiras's enthusiasm clearly wilted after hearing that "Bangiras doesn't have much screen time," he still stubbornly muttered, "Gau?"

Stop nitpicking! Tell me what you're looking at!

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Seeing that the "movie debate" in the back row was about to escalate, Xia Chi, who was sitting in the front row, finally couldn't help but turn around and laugh.

His increasingly proficient aura, honed through relentless practice, allowed him to understand the elves' discussions.

He interrupted the endless argument with a smile, "How about watching 'Detective Pikachu: The Phantom of the Caribbean'? I heard the story was filmed in Odomari, which happens to be related to our destination."

Xia Chi still holds the final say in this family.

Although the four elves in the back row may not all like it, at least they all agree.

Soon, accompanied by the melodious and slightly mysterious opening music, the carriage finally regained a brief period of harmony.

Both Zhenyi and Shajilas, who were sulking, curiously turned their gazes to the screen.

Even Xiong's apprentice, who had been meditating and focused on his own thoughts since getting on the bus, undisturbed by the noise of the outside world, quietly opened his bright black eyes.

Sitting in Xia Chi's lap, Ponpo looked up at him and whispered in a soft voice, "Bonni."

Xia Chi, I want to watch it too!

Looking at her daughter's adorable, starry-eyed expression, Xia Chi smiled and pinched her cheek. "Of course you can!"

Xia Chi turned around and carried her to the middle of her companions in the back seat. Then she turned to Tire Cat in the passenger seat and asked, "Want to watch the movie with them? There are still seats in the back."

Tire Meow shook her head decisively, her cool voice tinged with a hint of longing, "Tire Meow."

No, if I go, you'll be left alone up ahead.

Rotom chimed in at the opportune moment: "And I'm here with Xia Chi, Rotom!"

Tire Cat frowned slightly and growled in obvious displeasure, "Tire Cat!"

Why did you have to say that!

Rotom, who usually dared to talk back to Xia Chi at home, instantly fell silent, and a "fearful" emoticon even appeared on the screen.

He knew Xia Chi had a sharp tongue but a soft heart, but Tire Miao, that wicked fellow, was different.

Except for Xia Chi, it treats everyone the same. If you really piss it off, it might tie itself up with vines and play with a windmill.

Seeing Rotom immediately cower and Tire the cat bristling, Xia Chi couldn't help but chuckle: "It's alright, you can stay up ahead and keep me company."

"Ti-meow~"

Upon hearing Xia Chi's words, Tire Miao immediately dropped her fierce demeanor and responded cheerfully, her voice softening considerably.

It nimbly leaped from the passenger seat and landed precisely in Xia Chi's arms.

It skillfully adjusted its posture, curling up quietly in its trainer's warm embrace just like it had at the beginning. Xia Chi smiled gently, not stopping it, but simply stroking the softest, fluffiest fur on its chest.

The changing light and shadows inside the carriage reflected the contented look of Tilley Cat, who was half-closing her eyes and purring happily.

Feeling the heavy warmth and trust in her arms, Xia Chi felt a surge of indescribable emotion.

It will evolve into Magic Masked Cat in just two more stages. By then, it won't be heavy enough to carry it anymore.
Time passed peacefully in the car.

Outside the window, the flying car, under Rotom's precise control, smoothly traversed the green dome of Orange Blossom Forest.

About three hours later, as the flying car gracefully crossed the last lush treeline, the view suddenly opened up.

In the distance, a cluster of town buildings, not towering but full of life, marking the return of human civilization, comes into view.

We've arrived in Orange Blossom City.

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To the north lies the Petalburg Woods, rich in natural resources and diverse Pokémon species. To the west, it extends easily to the fertile coastline and is not far from the modern metropolis of Kanaz.

Its advantageous geographical location makes Petalburg City an important city in the Hoenn region.

Unlike the technologically advanced Kanaz City, Petalburg City exudes a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere.

The air seemed to be perpetually filled with the faint, salty scent of the sea breeze.

This ubiquitous, ocean-scented breeze undoubtedly adds a touch of refreshing comfort to this slow-paced city.

Xia Chi arrived in Orange Blossom City just around lunchtime.

After parking their still incredibly eye-catching flying car near the Petalburg Gym, Xia Chi took the Pokémon to a clean and tidy restaurant for a meal.

The restaurant's food was no different from what you'd find in Kanaz City; it wasn't particularly amazing or delicious.

It certainly can't compare to the cooking skills of my own little cook, Zhenyi, but it's enough to fill my stomach.

Soon, having eaten and drunk their fill, the elves contentedly let out little burps.

Xia Chi decided to go directly to challenge the Orange Blossom Gym, treating it as a post-dinner stroll to digest her food.

The bad news is that the Orange Blossom Dojo is closed today.

The worse news is that the reason for the closure is related to Xia Chi—

[Due to Gym Leader Senri's recent expedition to Petalburg Woods to capture new Pokémon in order to bolster the gym's roster, and with no return date set, the Petalburg Gym will be temporarily closed to all challenges starting today. It is expected to remain closed this week. Please stay tuned for further announcements regarding the reopening date. Petalburg Gym hereby announces, July 19th.]

Xia Chi looked at the notice posted at the entrance of the gym, especially the words "team" and "new Pokémon," and his lips twitched slightly.

Needless to say, Qianli watched Xia Chi's tactics open class live stream a few days ago and decided to catch Pokémon to strengthen his team.

Well, and that's exactly why I turned myself out.

This subtle sense of cause and effect, of destiny.
Pulling herself back to reality, Xia Chi thought for a moment. Today was Thursday, and the "within this week" mentioned in the announcement wouldn't be long.

Let's wait until next Thursday. If Qianli hasn't returned by then, we'll have to go to Wudou City first and challenge him again on our way back.

Tire Cat, who was standing next to her, had been looking forward to challenging the powerful gym that Xia Chi had mentioned for a long time, but it was not there. Disappointed, its tail drooped down.

Xia Chi gently rubbed its fluffy head and said softly, "No rush, we can challenge it again in a few days."

Unable to challenge the dojo as he wished, Xia Chi decided to settle down first.

Petalburg City is a big city after all, so of course there are hotel suites that can accommodate Xia Chi and his family of six Pokémon.

Moreover, it's located not far from the city center, near the Petalburg Dojo.

Unlike the high-tech modern hotels in Kanaz, this guesthouse is more like a cozy home.

Although the room wasn't particularly spacious, it was decorated with exceptional care.

Just like the "general attributes" represented by Orange Blossom Dojo, it is very down-to-earth, but makes people feel very at ease.

After settling their luggage, the elves had finished exploring the room with curiosity.

It's a trip, after all; staying cooped up in the hotel every day isn't a good idea.

After thinking for a moment, Xia Chi decided to visit some of the famous attractions in Orange Blossom City with the elves.

"Rotom, do you have any recommendations for places to go in Orange Blossom City?"

Xia Chi habitually asked his all-powerful little helper, Rotom.

Rotom's screen flickered as he quickly searched: "Orange Blossom is known for its comfortable and livable environment! Notable attractions include... uh."

After a long pause, Rotom finally said, "Orange Blossom Civic Park, Orange Blossom Beach Trail, Orange Blossom Library, and Orange Blossom Forest Park, Rotom!"

Xia Chi remained silent for a moment after hearing the list Rotom presented.

It's no wonder that Petalburg City is home to a typical gym; even its attractions are so simple, unpretentious, and peaceful.

But it doesn't matter. What matters is not where we go, but who we go with.

So, with Ponpo in her left hand, Tire Meow on her right, and Victini, whose form had been concealed, perched on her head.

Xia Chi and the elves set off on foot to visit the famous attraction in Orange Blossom City, [Orange Blossom Forest Park].

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Strictly speaking, this park itself is an extension of the vast Orange Blossom Forest to the north into the city.

In the process of urbanization, most of the powerful wild spirits have retreated to the deeper parts of the forest.

Those who remained here were mostly gentle-natured small elves who were used to living with humans.

Therefore, this is also the place where many Petalburg City teenagers who dream of becoming "Pokémon Masters" set sail.

What's particularly unique is that there's a floating bubble playground in the park.

These Pokémon, which resemble living little clouds, are adorable creatures unique to the Hoenn region.

While not particularly outstanding in combat, it excels at adjusting the weather.

Perhaps due to the strong and secure cover that lies deep underground and on the seabed, the Hoenn region experiences many extreme weather events.

In situations like this, floating bubbles are needed.

It can be said that Orange Blossom's favorable weather and pleasant climate are inextricably linked to the hundreds of floating bubbles in this park.

By the time Xia Chi reached Orange Blossom Forest Park, it was almost dark.

There were far fewer visitors in the park; most of the people were local residents who had come out for a walk with their pets after dinner to digest their food.

As far as the eye can see, the Pokémon accompanying their owners are mostly Spinda, Zigzagoon, and Skitty, which are pet-type Pokémon with little combat ability and are suitable for staying at home.

It's worth mentioning that these Pokémon are all of the Normal type.

(End of this chapter)