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

After experiencing some bad things, Sarah's nine-tailed fox became unusually agitated and very resistant to contact with strangers.

She had originally planned to bring Nine-Tails here to do sled jumps to see if she could turn Nine-Tails back to its former form. However, even though she had promised the competition organizing committee that she would attend the performance tomorrow, Nine-Tails simply couldn't cooperate.

When the students learned about this, they naturally wanted to help her, but none of them had a good solution.

"I'll give it a try." Ash calmly squatted down in front of Ninetales and slowly reached out a hand to it.

"Woo!" Ninetales immediately glared angrily and bared its teeth at Ash.

"Don't be like this... If you get so angry, people won't understand you, and your trainer will worry too," Ash gently advised.

“Ugh…” His words quickly had an effect. Ninetales looked at its trainer with concern, then carefully brought its nose close to Ash’s palm.

After repeatedly confirming that Ash wouldn't hurt it, it gently touched its head in Ash's palm, its expression showing obvious grievance... and lingering fear.

"Hmm, you were kidnapped by poachers, and sent all the way to Sinnoh... But you've been rescued now and are back with your trainer, so you don't have to suffer through that experience anymore."

Ash continued to gently persuade her, and Ninetales' expression became increasingly peaceful.

"Were the people who saved you... them...?" Ash's expression changed slightly as he saw some information that he was interested in in Ninetales's mind.

He gave the other party a hint, and Ninetales immediately closed its eyes and comfortably fell asleep at Ash's feet.

"It should be alright now, Miss Sarah, please put it back," Ash said to the female athlete.

"Thank you so much!" Sarah immediately expressed her gratitude. "Mr. Ash is really amazing. I haven't told anyone else about Ninetales' experience, and you were able to find out directly!"

“I’m pretty good at communicating with Pokémon,” Ash said casually. “Miss Sarah, may I ask one more question…who helped you rescue Ninetales from Mt. Coronet?”

“Uh… I don’t really know either.” Sarah shook her head in confusion. “After the Nine-Tails was kidnapped, I was really worried to death. Then I received an email… The sender said they would help me find the Nine-Tails, and a few days later, the Nine-Tails really came back to me.”

"They contacted you on their own initiative?" Xiao Zhi was taken aback.

“Yes, and they didn’t mention any payment,” Sarah said gratefully. “They just emailed me asking about Guardian Angels, but unfortunately I don’t know much about them… Oh, and they also asked if I knew any teenagers who were good at catching Pokémon.”

"I see... Miss Sarah, would it be convenient for you to forward their emails to me?" Ash tentatively requested, "I'd really like to have a chat with them."

"No problem, I'll forward the email to you later." Sarah proactively left Ash's contact information.

"Thank you." Xiao Zhi nodded gratefully.

He was quite curious about these 'righteous people'.

Chapter 764 Serena, the Soaring One

The Dream Project.

That should be the name... That was the first thing Ash thought of after hearing Sarah's description.

Led by a professor who appeared out of nowhere, this was a completely nonsensical and crazy pursuit of Mew, in Ash's eyes.

While they claim to be searching for Mew, the group in the anime seems more interested in rare and legendary Pokémon.

Just from what Little Intelligence thought of, there were things like collecting Moltres feathers, Volcarona's golden scales, and eventually even starting to capture Electric Pillar and Dragon Pillar!

Those who eventually become official members of the Pursuer's team are surrounded by various legends, including not only the complete set of pillars, but also the ability to subdue the Three Musketeers' Virizion, a character who was previously unknown...

Oh right, and maybe we should also add the water dog whose reputation has been damaged... After all, that dog is also a regular member.

When it comes to the regular members, their requirements are also very specific.

Teenagers are more likely to win the favor of fantasy characters at this age; as for their skill in winning over characters, the reason is self-evident.

To be honest, Dream has been quite unlucky.

It probably doesn't know that besides Sakaki, there's another group of people who're eyeing it like perverts.

Oh, and there's one more thing…

Ash remembered that the two veteran trackers who led the team in the original story seemed to both have a martial arts master named Urshifu.

One-hit style and combo style, each follow different people.

This is worth considering, because in the game, the Martial Arts Bear Master clan currently only operates on the Isle of Armor in Galar.

Moreover, they have reached an agreement with Dan's master, the legendary champion of Galar, Mastedt, that only by completing the secret armor trial of Master Ma's martial arts school can they obtain the qualification to train with the bear apprentice.

Is there a discrepancy between the actual situation and the game, or do those two people really have some connection to Mastad...?

After returning to the Pokémon Center, Ash sent messages to Lance, Cynthia, and Diantha, who had recently become the champion, asking them to keep an eye on the recent activities of this Pokémon-chasing organization.

He then contacted Cai Dou, asking her to secretly investigate Master Ma's martial arts school to see if the trials involving Xiong's apprentice were true.

The fighting girl readily agreed... and Ash also took the opportunity to promise that he would bring her a surprise when they met next.

She'll definitely love this one-of-a-kind fighting-type attribute-enhancing item!

After giving instructions to all the local authorities, Xiao Zhi finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Ash had a terrible impression of this organization created in the travel anime, which was purely there to fawn over some dog. Subconsciously, he always felt that the professor was up to no good.

But the Ultra Beasts have already started making moves in Alola, and Ash can't easily leave, so he can only ask Lance and the others to keep a close eye on things...

"Huh, Serena, what's this...?" After coming to his senses, Ash realized that Serena had changed into a flight suit.

“The uniform for the competition, I’m planning to participate in tomorrow’s sled jump competition,” Serena explained. “I watched the competitors practice today, and I feel that the Sky Trainers have an advantage, and the demonstrations of those special moves also have a very grand competition atmosphere.”

"Okay, then you must do your best and bring back more championships," Xiao Zhi encouraged with a smile.

Ash wholeheartedly supports Serena's decision.

Putting everything else aside, her outfit alone is unbeatable in Ash's eyes... *slurp*

"Hey, can you look me in the eye for a second?" Noticing someone's gaze lingering on certain parts of her body, Serena helplessly poked the other person's forehead...

This was tantamount to walking into a trap. Xiao Zhi simply pulled her into his arms.

"Oh, come on!" Serena started her flirtatious 'rejection,' using her little fists to ignite a fire in Ash's heart.

She actually finds Xiaozhi's behavior quite pleasing now.

They're already boyfriend and girlfriend and have had that kind of intimate contact, so why should Xiaozhi pretend to be a gentleman in front of her?

If you want something, you want it; if you crave it, you crave it; you might even try every possible way to have something happen at your current age... It would be so much better to just openly admit these things.

Feigning superiority and setting self-limitations is not noble; it only makes one appear hypocritical.

It might even raise doubts about whether you are really incapable.

Ash is definitely amazing, so amazing that he can take on five opponents single-handedly, and he also has an extra fanaticism bonus for uniforms.

If it weren't for the match tomorrow, he would definitely carry Serena to a private room right now!

...

And so, after a rather difficult night, the Pokémon Sled Jumping Contest officially began!

The competition organizing committee set up a grandstand next to the ski slopes of Mount Ranakira, and various cameras were also set up on site. The audience was so enthusiastic that even the severe cold seemed to retreat.

This is the extent to which sports competitions—especially Pokémon sports competitions—are popular in the Alola region.

This further strengthened Ash's resolve to establish the Alola League as soon as possible!

If this drags on for too long, wouldn't it be letting down the public's eagerness to vent their frustrations?

"The thrilling Pokémon Sled Jumping Contest is finally about to begin! Let's first welcome our special guests—Miss Sarah and her Ninetales—to give us a trial jump performance!!"

During the enthusiastic introduction, Sarah and her companions appeared at the edge of the ski slope on a sled. Her nine tails remained elegant and confident, clearly no longer troubled by her previous experiences.

"Nine-Tails, gone!" "Woo!"

The sled rushed straight down the slope, reaching the jump at an incredible speed, and carrying Sarah and Nine-Tailed Fox into the sky!

"Nine-Tails, unleash your ultimate technique... Galaxy Meteor!"

Under her command, Nine-Tails used three ultimate moves in succession: Aurora Curtain, Ice Breath, and Magic Flash, successfully casting a rainbow-colored light band like the aurora in the sky. The entire sled was also enveloped in shimmering energy, carrying Sarah and Nine-Tails steadily towards the ground.

This move undoubtedly won thunderous applause, and even Ash Ketchum sincerely praised it.

The Nine-Tails' abilities were comparable to those of a typical Coordinator.

With Sarah's outstanding performance as a precedent, the enthusiasm of the contestants was successfully ignited... but the results were quite varied.

I was using Mimikyu as a partner, and the Shadow Ball reverse acceleration worked perfectly before. But when I used the Wood Hammer as a propeller to accelerate into the air, Mimikyu just flew off on its own...

There were also those who teamed up with Kangaskhan, but their partners were too heavy, and they plummeted right after gliding over the jump, falling headfirst into the snow in three separate incidents: two adults and one child.

However, the atmosphere at the scene remained incredibly jubilant.

This is also a characteristic of Alora. The people here are more interested in excitement. If they don't participate in the competition, they don't have such a strong competitive spirit and are less likely to criticize those who have worked hard.

"Look, Serena's here!" At that moment, sharp-eyed Mao spotted the girl getting ready. "That outfit of hers... is that a flight suit?"

"He really looks handsome!" Shui Lian's eyes lit up.

Flight suits are basically just wetsuits – remove the wing membranes, add a diving mask, and you've got one! I definitely need to get one when I get back!

"Salina, you can do it!"

Lillie waved vigorously, and her other companions cheered her on.

"Phew... Let's go, Togekiss!"

boom!

As a Sky Trainer competing in the competition, Serena's first choice for partner was naturally Togekiss. As the sled started, the plane suddenly flashed a strong wind behind it, instantly increasing the speed of the sled by a lot!