Pokémon, Ash is going to become a perfect man from now on.

But Ash was different this time. During the day, while playing together, he kept hinting to Latias that he was going to sneak away at night, but he just wouldn't say it outright.

As a result, in the middle of the night, they had no choice but to stand on the beach and wait, not knowing whether Latias would come after them.

Honestly, if they delay any longer, they might not arrive at the Whirlpool Islands until late at night by the time they get there with their Pokémon!

"I actually regret it a little..." Xiao Zhi scratched his head awkwardly.

Well, it's a famous scene from a movie, so he really wanted to recreate it.

They can't possibly make a high-quality plot change only to lose the kiss that was rightfully theirs, can they?

Just as Ash was shamelessly trying to find his way back, the girl's figure finally came into view...

And they come in pairs!

Two almost identical 'Canon' figures were jogging towards the crowd, the only difference being that one was wearing a beret and the other was holding a painting.

"Canon and Latias came together... But where is Latios?" Xiaoxia couldn't help but be a little surprised.

“Something’s not quite right, so…” Lila clearly noticed something, but didn’t say anything more.

At this moment, 'Kanon', who wasn't wearing a hat, stood in front of Ash. She took a few breaths and handed the scroll in her hand to Ash.

“This is…” Ash was stunned for a moment. This painting was different from the original work. It depicted him interacting with Latias alone.

In the painting, Ash is dressed casually, gently stroking Latias's cheek, his eyes fixed solely on her...

boo~

Ash was slightly taken aback by the blatant hint, and while he was still in a daze, Latias suddenly leaned in and launched a gentle sneak attack on him.

Their lips brushed against each other, making the kiss more ambiguous than a token of gratitude for friendship, yet still retaining a touch of girlish reserve.

In short, the kiss just now, when recalled, was just as adorable as Latias's blushing face at this moment.

She didn't turn and run away, but stood in front of Xiaozhi, waiting for his reply with expectant eyes.

"Latias, would you like to come with me?" Ash, of course, wouldn't disappoint the girl and promptly extended an invitation.

"Woo!" Latias nodded excitedly, unable to contain its excitement, and rushed into Ash's arms.

"That's great! Ash caught Latias!" "Congratulations, big brother!"

Xiao Gang and Lila immediately clapped and celebrated.

"It's a happy thing, but there's something strange about it," Xiaoxia raised an eyebrow. "And wouldn't Latios be too lonely if we left it here?"

"Whoa!" Upon hearing this, Latias's eyes suddenly emitted a blue light, activating a unique dream projection.

This is a special ability that allows Pokémon to share the perspective of their companions over long distances. However, Latias is not connecting with its own brother, but with another Latias-Latios pair.

Everyone's attention has now returned to the Secret Garden, where they watch as the Heart Drop is placed back into the water, with two Infinite Pokémon playing and frolicking around it.

"Is there an extra Latias?" Xiao Gang asked, puzzled.

“Yes, there’s an extra pair, a brother and a sister,” Ash explained. “They were attracted by the Heart Drop last night and have decided to stay here.”

"I see." Xiao Gang suddenly realized.

But he overlooked one problem... Where exactly is Latios?

Meanwhile, 'Kanon', wearing a beret, was about to say goodbye to Ash.

It imitated its younger sister and went over to her...

"Wait a minute!" Ash immediately waved his hand to stop him. "I know you wanted to express your gratitude and make a joke... but Latios, we can't do that!"

"What...it's Latios?" Xiao Gang was completely bewildered. "Then why is it wearing Canon's clothes...no, why has it also turned into Canon's appearance?"

"Woo~" Latios let out a smug sigh, then turned back to its original form with a wicked grin.

Of course, it came with its younger sister; the incident just now was merely a bit of entertainment.

In addition, it wouldn't feel comfortable letting its little sister leave alone, so it wanted to go with Ash and the others!

“Latios, you and Latias want to come with us, that’s fine with me... and I’ll give you the choice,” Ash said seriously. “Whether you become human and travel with us, or become our Pokémon, it’s up to you!”

"Whoa!" Latias immediately responded as soon as he finished speaking.

She immediately hugged Ash's arm tightly, anxiously stating that she needed a Poké Ball.

It would be great to travel together in human form, but Latias also hopes to become Ash's Pokémon and maintain their bond with Poké Balls!

"Absolutely no problem!" Ash said solemnly. "Latias, we'll always be together from now on!"

"Woo~" Latias immediately smiled happily and hugged Ash even tighter.

And so, Ash successfully caught Latias... However, when it was Latios' turn, it unexpectedly chose Lyra instead of Ash!

"Eh...choose me?" Lila was completely taken aback, but Latios's choice was firm, and it was also willing to become Lila's Pokémon.

Of course, it has its own considerations... but it's definitely not about stealing Ash's sister!

Among the four-person team, Ash is undoubtedly the strongest, so this best choice should naturally be left to his sister.

Latios felt that neither he nor his sister were suitable to be captured by Ash, so he decided to settle for second best.

Moreover, Lila helped it with purifying water and can communicate with Pokémon, making her an excellent choice.

"Then please guide me, I won't let you down!" Lila promised earnestly.

"That makes everyone happy." Ash nodded with a smile. "We should set off now for the Whirlpool Islands!"

"Oh!" *N

A cheer erupted from the shore as everyone set off together aboard their Water-type Pokémon.

"Kami?!"

However, at that moment, Ash's Blastoise suddenly sensed something was wrong...

The opportunity we've been searching for might just be in the Whirlpool Islands!

Chapter 480 Whirlpool Islands, Registration for the Competition

The Whirlpool Islands are an archipelago located in the southwestern sea area of ​​the Johto region. The entire island group consists of four large islands and a series of smaller islands, and there are also four extremely dangerous giant whirlpools in the sea area.

If you don't choose the right route while sailing, you could be swept into a terrifying whirlpool!

However, this natural barrier was not a problem for Ash and his friends. Not to mention that Ash had the power of Poseidon, the small team already had enough manned flying Pokémon for each member.

If they encounter places with really big waves, they just fly there.

Taking advantage of the darkness, Ash and his friends set off from Otomare Island and arrived at the southernmost gateway to the Whirl Islands, which is also the largest island in terms of area, Blue Rock Island, in the middle of the night.

However, after completing a series of procedures such as landing on the island and settling in, Ash did not rest with his companions, but instead took Blastoise back to the sea alone.

"Is it hidden within several large whirlpools...?" Ash pondered, gazing at the enormous, ever-restless whirlpool in the distance.

When they set off earlier, Blastoise's Fate Spoon finally reacted, and it pointed right at the Whirlpool Islands!

Since it concerned Blastoise's path to becoming stronger, Ash wanted to explore it at night, but he discovered that the spoon was pointing to the central confluence of several large whirlpools, which was quite far from Blue Rock Island.

"Let's wait and see later," Ash thought to himself. They were going to travel through the Whirlpool Islands anyway, so there was no need to rush.

Just as he was about to go back to rest, a familiar voice suddenly came from the whirlpool in front of him.

"Ash, did you come to Whirlpool Island?"

"Lugia?" Ash was taken aback. "You... how did you get here?"

Actually, what Xiaozhi wanted to ask was... You're really here?

He always thought that the Lugia storyline in the original anime was a retcon.

The legendary top-tier player was outmaneuvered by Team Rocket, and even had a child through asexual reproduction – such a contrast is truly unexpected.

"Uh... something happened to me recently, so I came back here." Lugia's voice was clearly conflicted, and also carried a hint of fatigue.

"Lugia, are you in trouble?" Ash asked immediately with concern.

"It's not exactly troublesome..." Lugia stammered. "I'm just curious if you have any good parenting experience... uh, I mean, how to take care of young Pokémon..."

puff~

Hearing Lugia's embarrassed tone, Ash almost died laughing inside.

Also, parenting experience?

So, it seems Lugia really did create a baby version of Poseidon?

“Taking care of baby Pokémon is no problem, I have several that have just hatched from their eggs. But... do you have any baby Pokémon that you need to take care of?” Ash asked, feigning curiosity.

"It's hard to explain in a few words, but if it's convenient for you, please come find me... You should know where I am." Lugia asked Ash with a helpless expression.

"No problem, I'll be there right away~" Xiao Zhi patted his chest and readily agreed.

He's already starting to imagine Lugia's flustered and awkward attempts to take care of the baby.

It's quite funny that a top-tier player like him can be driven crazy by a child.

...

The day after arriving on the island, Ash and his friends officially began their journey through the Whirlpool Islands.

"Wow, it's so lively here!" The group was in Kuga City on Qingyan Island. Seeing such a bustling scene on an island surrounded by a whirlpool, Xiaoxia was very surprised.