Elf: Starting as the Fighting Gym Master, and being entangled by Nancy.

Chapter 286: Ms. Zhulan, you don’t want to invite me to be one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Sinnoh, do you?
Golden City, fighting dojo.

Because Cattleya was coming, no one in the dojo slept.

Anyway, the museum is closed tomorrow, Monday, so it would be useless for the challenger to come.

"Okay, here we are."

Li Xuan stood in front of the door, Nazhi stood behind, and Cattleya was sandwiched in the middle.

Cattleya was feeling mixed emotions at the moment about the dojo she was about to enter.

And the moment the door of the dojo was opened.

Bang bang bang!
The roar of the fireworks made the wind chimes on the eaves jingle, and streamers fell like rain in front of Cattleya.

Blue and Riolu were frantically scattering flower petals, and even Silver, who was usually aloof, awkwardly held up a fluorescent sign that read "Welcome Cattleya."

On both sides of the gym's corridor, the Pokémon captured by Li Xuan were lined up in a crooked queue.

The lightning bird even wrapped a pink ribbon between its feathers, although most of it was burnt by electricity.

"……Thanks."

Looking at this scene, Cattleya's eyes swept around, as if she wanted to remember everyone's face and imprint them deeply in her mind.

At this moment, an emotion she had never experienced before flowed through her heart.

Cattleya reached out her hand and gently placed it on her chest.

To be honest, this is the first time a stranger has welcomed me like this.

"Okay, don't just stand there like an idiot. From today on, you're a member of our fighting dojo."

Li Xuan walked into the door, and Naz also took Cattleya's hand and pulled her in.

The welcome ceremony was brief, but for Cattleya, it would stay in her memory for a long time.

While Cattleya was stunned, Li Xuan picked up his phone and quickly and quietly took a few photos, then sent them to Zhulan to prevent her from questioning him.

[Abandoned Monkey in Dojo: picture.jpg]

[Dojo Abandoned Monkey: Safely arrived. Cattleya will be fine with me, Champion Bamboo Orchid, rest assured.]

Archaeologist Bai Cai: ...Okay, now that you've arrived safely, I'm relieved.

[Archaeologist Bai Cai: If possible, could you please tell me why you asked me not to contact you?]

Zhulan was still brooding over what Li Xuan had said not long ago.

She didn't understand what Li Xuan's intention was.

I am Cattleya's best friend, so it's not too much to ask about her whereabouts, right?
[Dojo Abandoned Monkey: I didn't make myself clear just now. I told you not to contact her anymore. I was afraid she might misunderstand.]

[Dojo Abandoned Monkey: Her current situation is somewhat complicated. She wants to perfectly control her superpowers, and needs to go to a brand new place and live a life that's akin to being "isolated from the world." I think, Zhulan Champion, you understand what I mean, right?]

Less than a minute after Li Xuan sent these two messages, Zhulan sent another message.

[Archaeologist Bai Cai: Got it. I didn't expect Director Li Xuan to be so thoughtful. I was overthinking it earlier.]

[Dojo Abandoned Monkey: It's okay, I understand. It's normal to care about your bestie.]

[Dojo Abandoned Monkey: If you want to know about Cattleya's recent situation after winning the championship, just send me a message. I will reply as soon as I see it.]

[Archaeologist Bai Cai: Okay, then I'll trouble Museum Master Li Xuan.]

[Archaeologist Bai Cai: Please send me your card number. I'm sure Cattleya's expenses will be quite high these days. I'll reimburse you part of her expenses in advance based on her usual expenses.]

Archaeologist Bai Cai: Don't be so quick to reject this. This is also a kind gesture from the Sinnoh Alliance. By the way, is it convenient for me to ask Pavilion Master Li Xuan something?

[Dojo Abandoned Monkey: What's up? Could it be that Bamboo Champion wants to invite me to the Sinnoh region to become one of the Four Heavenly Kings? Haha, I'm currently the Honorary Four Heavenly Kings of the Kanto region, so it's not very convenient for me to go to other regions.]

[Archaeologist Bai Cai: ...Sorry to bother you, you should get some rest early too.]

On the other end of the phone, Zhulan fell silent again.

I originally wanted to take advantage of the fact that Cattleya was with Li Xuan to see if I could poach Li Xuan.

Unexpectedly, the other party predicted it so quickly and blocked his way directly.

Well, it’s very difficult to invite the other party.

[Dojo Abandoned Monkey: Okay, Bamboo Ran Champion, you too, haha. I'll report Cattleya's schedule in real time as long as I have time, haha, so don't worry too much.]

[Archaeologist Cabbage: Okay, thank you for your hard work.] [Abandoned Monkey of the Dojo: You're welcome, this is my card number...]

Li Xuan sent his bank card number.

Then, the phone screen turned off and Li Xuan focused his attention on Cattleya.

"Let me show you the room first, and then I'll take you to Golden City tomorrow."

"Okay, please."

"Oh, we are all friends, don't say these things."

Hearing Cattleya often say this, Li Xuan responded with a wave of his hand nonchalantly.

In his own eyes, these things were not worth mentioning at all compared to the gift Cattleya gave him.

Moreover, his live broadcast room often has live streaming because Cattleya often sends large gifts in.

I have so much savings now, and Cattleya has made a great contribution.

He is a well-deserved big boss.

I just wanted to invite her to play in Jinhuang City for a few days, and it wouldn't cost much.

He's the gym leader, so he gets discounts on local purchases.

Now I have a membership card of Silver Company, which allows me to get a 50% discount on items like Poké Balls.

Xiao Qian, sprinkle some water.

But these words had a completely different meaning to Cattleya's ears.

Compared to those who regard themselves as "aliens", Li Xuan and the people in the dojo really treat her as a normal person.

It’s as if I’m not a super-powered person, but an ordinary person.

This is also related to the situation in Golden City.

If everyone has super powers, then if you round them up, wouldn't they be just like ordinary people?

So, Cattleya came to the right place this time.

After bringing Cattleya into the room, Li Xuan explained the layout, buttons, and everything else.

Nearing one in the morning, the temple, which had been busy all day, gradually returned to peace.

Deep in the corridor, a faint light was still leaking through the crack of Cattleya's room door.

But soon, even this little bit of light was gently extinguished by superpowers.

The entire building sank into darkness, leaving only the Forsaken Monkey's snoring rising and falling regularly in the corner of the dojo...

Cattleya lay on the soft bed.

This is the first time I live away from home.

It feels completely different from being in the battle castle.

The room is small and simple in layout, but very cozy.

But, she also couldn't sleep.

"Miou~" (Do you need a sleeping companion~?)

Little Riolu appeared out of nowhere, standing in front of Cattleya's bed, supporting his cheeks with his hands, and said with a smile.

"Ok?"

Cattleya blinked her beautiful eyes slightly at the sudden appearance of little Riolu, feeling a little puzzled.

I used my super powers to search for Li Xuan's little Riolu before going to bed, but how come I didn't find it?
"Miao~" (Don't worry about the details~ With the soft little Riolu here, you are guaranteed to have a good sleep~)
Little Riolu covered his mouth and chuckled.

Cattleya thought for a moment and slowly extended her hand.

As her fingers touched little Riolu, Cattleya felt a wave of sleepiness coming over her.

"Miou~" (Wish you a sweet dream~)
Little Riolu used teleportation to leave.

The corners of Cattleya's mouth gradually lifted up in her deep sleep...

(End of this chapter)