My Pokémon Story of Seasons

Chapter 262 The Lovely and Charming Villain

Tong Hua squinted and carefully examined the three vendors dressed in bear uniforms.

A long-haired pink woman energetically hawking her wares, a dashing short-haired blue man preparing food, and a cat that seems to be using ventriloquism to speak and attract customers —

"No way—it really is them?"

Tong Hua couldn't help but be drawn to them; after all, they were the "true protagonists" of the Pokémon anime!

Do you even know what it means to have a constant stream of chefs and female supporting characters, but an unchanging trio from Team Rocket?

Cute and charming villains: Musashi, Kojiro, and Nyanko-sensei!

"Bree?"

Seeing Tong Hua stop, Tibrim poked his head in confusion.

"I'm fine—didn't you want to eat one? Perfect timing, let's go buy one!"

"Bree?"

Tong Hua led Tibrim to the stall, and Musashi immediately greeted them warmly: "Welcome! Would you like a special large Marasada?"

Guaranteed to be the absolute best flavor in Alola!

As a customer approached from the food cart, Kojiro, as if putting on a show, elegantly drizzled glistening honey syrup over the freshly fried dough packaging box.

"Two servings, please!"

"Alright!" Musashi packed it up deftly. "600 Alliance Coins!"

A serving of fried bread drizzled with syrup costs only 300 Alliance Coins, a price that is much more affordable than the items in Tong Hua's own Happiness Dessert Shop.

Tong Hua accepted the steaming hot Marasada. The golden bread balls were round and plump, fried to a crisp, and drizzled with honey syrup that glistened in the morning light, emitting an enticing sweet aroma.

"Bri~" Tibrim couldn't wait to take a bite, and her curly hair immediately started to shake happily.

"It's so hot! So sweet! So soft, Bree!"

Tong Hua also took a bite. The crust was crispy, the inside was soft, and the warm bread and cool honey blended perfectly in her mouth.

What's even more special is that the bread is filled with red bean paste, making the texture even richer.

"Two slices of bread sandwiched with red bean paste, it looks just like a dorayaki."

It's delicious, let's take some back with them.

"Could you please pack five more servings for me? No, ten more!"

Tong Hua generously took out money from his wallet. He had brought enough money with him this time, and he even paid for the new room he booked last night.

After all, Acromorium only prepared one room for Lucario and Night Demon, and they have to check out today.

"Ten portions!" Musashi's eyes lit up, and his voice rose eight octaves. "Kojiro, quick!"

Kojiro frantically started making it, while Meowth hopped over to help pack it: "This customer is so generous, Meowth!"

While waiting, Tong Hua casually asked, "Your skills are really good. Where did you learn them?"

Musashi proudly raised his chin: "This is our special recipe! You absolutely can't find this anywhere else!"

Are you all locals? Judging from your appearance, you look more like people from East Asia.

Kojiro paused slightly in his movements, while Musashi immediately replied, "Well—you have a good eye for people, sir. We are indeed not locals, but Kanto people who have settled in Alola!"

As Kojiro flipped the bread, he added, "We used to travel to different regions and had countless jobs."

It wasn't until Alora that I found a sense of home.

Meow Meow counted the banknotes, wagging its tail happily: "Give the cat gold coins, meow!"

I met my best family in Alola, and after all the twists and turns, I've come back here!

"Here, have a big Marasada!" Musashi handed the packaged paper bag to Tong Hua; it was heavy and substantial.

Tong Hua took the paper bag, a fragrant aroma wafting from it. After a moment's thought, he took out a few bills from his wallet: "This is a tip, wishing you booming business."

The trio were stunned. Musashi blinked, Kojiro's mouth dropped open, and even Meowth forgot to count the money.

"This—this is too much trouble—" Kojiro stammered.

Musashi snatched the banknotes, his face beaming with joy: "Thank you for your patronage! Welcome back next time!"

Meow was so touched that her eyes welled up with tears: "What a kind guest, meow!"

As Tong Hua left the stall, she glanced back. In the morning light, the Team Rocket trio were still enthusiastically greeting other customers, their earnestness making one feel happy for them.

"Judging from what they just said, it seems this isn't their first time in Alora."

"So, after all this time, we've come back here?"

Does this mean they've left Team Rocket? Also, where is Ash now?

I don't recall this world experiencing a large-scale invasion of Ultra Beasts like in the anime. It can't be that we're still in the Sun & Moon arc of the anime, right?

Tong Hua never really understood the timeline of this world.

Ever since I learned about the major events in the history of the Alliance from Professor Shinhara, I've felt that it's not exactly the same as any other work.

In such a world, the familiar plot may have already changed.

"Bree————"

While Tong Hua was still pondering, Tibrim was already licking the syrup off its paws with satisfaction, "I didn't expect that a random stall I found would taste so good."

Just after Tong Hua and Tibrim left, Meow Meow counted the tips Tong Hua had given her, her eyes sparkling.

"Meow!"

The early bird catches the worm; choosing to set up a stall early in the morning was definitely the right decision!

"That's exactly what I meant!"

Musashi carefully tucked the tip into his apron pocket, a satisfied smile spreading across his face: "That felt great!"

As Kojiro wiped the dining table, he smiled and remarked, "Let's have a good time today!"

When I get home tonight, I'll buy some gifts for Mimikyu and Good & Bad Star!

"I agree!"

Just as the Rockets trio were brimming with energy and basking in their joy, a familiar voice came from in front of the stall.

"Two servings, without syrup!"

"Okay! Thank you for your patronage!" Musashi replied habitually, but when he looked up, he was stunned.

"Oh, it's that brat—Xiao Yang!"

What happened to you?

Standing in front of the stall was Shengyang. Although he was using a cane, he looked to be in good spirits.

He scratched his head somewhat awkwardly: "There was a little accident on my way back from delivering goods yesterday. I accidentally fell."

Kojiro poked his head out with concern: "Are you alright? Are you too tired from working?"

Please be careful when delivering goods; after all, your health is the foundation of everything.

Meow Meow, standing to the side, couldn't help but nod in agreement: "That's right, Meow. You're a man who's going to earn a hundred million, you can't afford to fall down in a place like this, Meow!"

The cats are all hoping you'll become successful and give them a hand!

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Shengyang chuckled at the trio's words, and he moved forward with his crutches, saying, "Don't worry, this little injury will heal quickly. But you guys, business seems to be booming today."

Musashi proudly put his hands on his hips: "Of course! After all, we're serious about doing business!"

Kojiro handed two large Malasadas without syrup to Shengyang: "Here, this is what you wanted. Eat it while it's hot."

Shengyang took the bread, took a bite, and squinted his eyes in satisfaction: "You guys still make the best bread! With this skill, you'd definitely win the Alola Bread Carnival on Melemele Island this year!"

Just then, Man Yue walked over from not far away, holding a thermos in her hand: "Moving house, it's time to take your medicine."

Sheng Yang immediately made a face: "Ugh, I have to drink again—"

Full Moon shook her head helplessly: "It's your own fault for always being so careless. By the way, you have to abstain from sweets for the next few days, and no sugary drinks either!"

"Yes, yes—"

After watching Sheng Yang obediently drink the medicine, Man Yue smiled and turned to the Team Rocket trio, nodding politely in greeting, "Good morning."

Musashi responded enthusiastically, "Good morning, little girl—Little Yue! Would you like to try some?"

Full Moon shook her head: "Thank you, I've already had breakfast."

Then, she noticed the bread in Sheng Yang's hand and frowned slightly. "Didn't we agree to give up sugar?"

Shengyang quickly explained, "I really didn't eat any! This doesn't have syrup in it! And—"

Suddenly, he smiled mysteriously and took out the dark red lava fragment from his pocket.

"I have a feeling that with this amulet around, good things will happen. So, it should be okay to eat something sweet, right?"

"————" Full Moon stared at Sheng Yang silently, her indifferent expression making him feel uneasy.

"Okay, okay—sigh, I wish I could earn 100 million someday, then I wouldn't have to work so hard to earn money every day."

Yesterday, Mr. Tong Hua said this stone was priceless, but he left abruptly after only saying half of it. If you happen to run into him today, please ask him for me.

"Priceless?"

Upon hearing the keyword, the Team Rocket trio immediately perked up their ears. Jessie and James exchanged a glance, and Meowth's tail also stood up curiously.

At this moment, no one noticed that a small hole had appeared at the bottom of the cash register that Meow Meow used to store her money.