My Pokémon Story of Seasons

Chapter 112 Hot Spring Travel

The messenger bird proudly shook its head and patted its tail pouch to indicate that everything was fine.

He could even fly nimbly ahead and lead the way, occasionally turning back to make sure everyone was keeping up.

Seeing such a reliable messenger bird, Tong Hua was momentarily moved, and chirped.

"The messenger bird is so reliable! It not only helps with deliveries, but it also helps carry things when we go out. It's so considerate."

"Terrifying?"

Seeing Tong Hua praise the messenger bird, the foam squirrel suddenly felt a sense of crisis. Not to be outdone, he jumped off Tong Hua's shoulder, intending to help Tong Hua carry his backpack, but the backpack was too big, so he gave up.

Although the foam squirrel was small, he still tried his best to stand tall and walk in front to show that he was also very capable.

Tong Hua was amused by the adorable actions of the foam squirrel and quickly patted its head: "The foam squirrel is great too, it helps out so much at the dessert shop."

Seeing this, Tian Wuni hugged Tong Hua's arm even tighter. Tong Hua had no choice but to pat her head in return.

"This will never end—" Tong Hua sighed silently in her heart, but she still had to take good care of each Pokémon.

Even the three little fairy milks floating in the air came over, and everyone joined in the fun, enjoying the scenery along the way.

After walking along the road for about twenty minutes, we arrived at Sunshine Ranch.

After delivering the snacks, they encountered someone unexpected.

"Sister Jie? What are you doing here?"

"Tong Hua? What are you doing? Why are you with your family and carrying bags?"

Are you moving?

Jessica dismounted from Rapidash and looked at Tong Hua, who was covered in Pokémon, with some confusion.

"No. It's a hot spring trip, the kind that lasts two days and one night."

"Oh, I'm here to buy Pokémon. My grandpa told me to buy a few Grass-type Pokémon."

Jessica's long blonde hair swayed gently in the wind under her cowboy hat; she always looked so dashing when she was out.

But once she gets home, she transforms into the friendly older sister next door who loves to drink.

It's not bad to meet someone here, as it saves a lot of time.

"Hey, Sister Jie, this is for you." Tong Hua took the packaged snacks from the messenger bird. Since they happened to run into each other, she might as well give them to him.

Jessica accepted the dessert, smiling and thanking her. The moment she smelled the aroma, her emerald eyes sparkled brilliantly.

"Speaking of which, I really envy you guys, you actually have time to go on a hot spring trip."

"But you're not going to that newly opened hot spring hotel north of Wind-Swept Town, are you?"

Tong Hua nodded: "Yes, that's the one. You know it too, Sister Jie?"

Jessica gave a mysterious smile: "Of course I know, what a coincidence..."

As she spoke, Jessica suddenly grinned mischievously, "A friend of mine is also going to the hot springs there today. You might even run into each other."

Tong Hua asked curiously, "Is he someone we know in town?"

Jessica winked: "You'll see when you meet her. Have fun."

After saying that, Jessica walked into Sunshine Ranch without looking back, leaving Tong Hua completely baffled by the riddle-maker's actions.

However, now all the goods that needed to be delivered have been delivered.

We can head straight to the hot spring inn now.

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North of Chicory Village, on the path leading to Wind-Swept Town.

Tong Hua and the Pokémon strolled along, stopping frequently to enjoy the scenery.

In early April, it's still cherry blossom season. Pink petals drift down in the wind, carpeting the path with soft blossoms.

Sweetie happily twirled around, catching the falling cherry blossom petals. Mini Fu gently caught a few petals on the top of her head, as if wearing a natural hair accessory.

"Poyoyo~"

The three little fairy milks were especially excited, flitting and dancing in the cherry blossom rain, their bodies covered in pink petals, looking like flying cherry blossom dumplings.

Tong Hua found an open space by the roadside and sat down, watching the Pokémon play in the cherry blossom rain.

Foam Chipmunk nimbly climbed a cherry blossom tree by the roadside, picked a branch in full bloom, and handed it to Tong Hua. "Thank you, Foam Chipmunk." Tong Hua took the branch, gently inhaling its delicate fragrance. "So beautiful. I didn't expect the cherry blossoms along this road to be so beautiful."

Saltstone walked slowly at the back, a few petals falling onto his back. He seemed to be enjoying this leisurely stroll, stopping every now and then to smell the wildflowers by the roadside.

"I don't know if these petals can be used in cooking, but cherry blossoms at this time of year probably aren't of very high quality."

Just as everyone was enjoying the beautiful scenery, the sound of slippers stepping on flower petals suddenly came from the roadside.

Tong Hua turned her head and saw that it was another familiar face.

The person had short, light brown hair and was dressed very casually. They were wearing flip-flops and walking on a path strewn with cherry blossom petals.

"Feng? Are you taking a break today too?"

Hearing someone call his name while walking with his head down, he looked up and saw that it was Tong Hua.

"What does 'also' mean? Our shop is closed today."

The two last met a few weeks ago at a flower viewing event at Wind Ridge.

I never expected that we would meet again under the cherry blossom tree.

"What a coincidence!"

She strolled over lazily, her flip-flops rustling on the flower petals.

She glanced at the large group of Pokémon surrounding Tong Hua and raised an eyebrow: "Are you on a picnic?"

Tong Hua smiled sheepishly, "Going on a hot spring trip. What about you? Are you also going to Fengrao Town?"

He yawned and pointed ahead: "Yeah, it's a rare vacation. I heard a new hot spring hotel opened over there. Charming Cat and I are going to soak in the hot springs."

"Speaking of which—where's the charming cat?"

The wind suddenly stopped and looked around: "The one that was just following behind me..." She sighed helplessly, "must have run off somewhere to play again."

Just then, a sound came from the cherry blossom bushes nearby. A charming cat lazily emerged from the bushes, covered in pink petals, and gave a big yawn.

"Meow~" Charming Cat slowly walked to Feng's feet and rubbed against her leg.

Feng bent down and picked up the charming cat, gently brushing the petals off its body: "I knew you'd do this. If you're late for the hot springs, the dried fish for tonight will be confiscated."

Charming Cat immediately put on a wronged expression, meowed, and buried her head in Feng's arms, acting cute.

Tong Hua looked at the person and the cat and was actually amused by their interaction: "So the friends Sister Jie was talking about are you two! Since we're on the same path, why don't we travel together?"

She nodded lazily, "Sure, it's on the way anyway." She noticed the three little fairy maidens floating in the air. "These little guys are so cute, are they new here?"

"Poyoyo~" The little fairies shyly hid behind Tong Hua, but couldn't help but peek at the charming cat out of curiosity.

"Yes, and you haven't seen Salt Stone Treasure and Messenger Bird either, have you? They're very capable; each one is an indispensable helper at Fairy Tale Ranch."

"Knock knock!" "Chirp chirp!"

Upon hearing the praise, Saltstone and Delibird immediately came over. Fortunately, the other Pokémon were still playing in the cherry blossoms and did not notice what was happening here.

"Oh no, this is terrible! We almost started another war!"

Realizing he had misspoke, Tong Hua quickly covered his mouth. If Bubble Squirrel and Sweet Wu Ni heard what he had just said, they would pester him for praise again.

Feng was amused by Tong Hua's flustered appearance and waved his hand lazily: "Haha, looks like you've had it tough too."

Charming Cat jumped down from my arms and curiously sniffed Salt Stone Treasure.

Salt Stone lowered its head obediently, allowing Charming Cat to gently touch the salt crystals on its back with its paw.

"Meow~" Charming Meow seemed very interested in Salt Stone Treasure and circled around him.

Just then, the tired Bubble Squirrel and Slimie finally noticed the commotion. Seeing Tong Hua praising the other Pokémon, the two immediately ran over.

"Tear!" The foam squirrel, not to be outdone, raised the cherry blossom branch it had just picked, as if to show off its accomplishment.

Sweet Wu Ni also hugged Tong Hua's leg, looking at her with expectant eyes.

Tong Hua quickly squatted down, touching this and patting that.

Is it really more tiring than being a kindergarten teacher? Well, not quite.

Looking at the lively scene, Feng couldn't help but chuckle: "No wonder Jessica said you like children, it seems it's true."

Tong Hua smiled sheepishly: "Yes, to be honest, this is my daily routine."

Charming Cat seemed to be infected by the warm atmosphere and took the initiative to walk up to the foam squirrel and gently rub its head against it.

The foam squirrel paused for a moment, then happily rubbed against it.

"Even Charming Cat has fallen for her?" Feng said in surprise. "She's usually so aloof."

Looking at the Pokémon getting along peacefully, Tong Hua suddenly remembered something: "Alright, we should continue on our way. If we delay any longer, it will be noon soon."

So the main force set off again. The group was now much larger, but the atmosphere was exceptionally harmonious. Glamour Cat would sometimes perch on Wind's shoulder, and sometimes hop down to play with the other Pokémon.

After a long journey, the group finally arrived in Fengrao Town before noon.