Elf: Rewriting the script, starting with Black Stocking Hanako

Red Lotus Island is already bustling with activity in the morning.

Shops on both sides of the street were open, and tourists strolled around in twos and threes.

The sea breeze carries a salty, damp smell.

Jiang Chuan walked in front, with Hua Zi and Xiao Xia following behind.

He tried to activate his waveguide sensor, but there were too many people.

That's how tourist cities are; they're crowded with people everywhere.

As they walked, Xiaoxia suddenly tugged at Huazi's sleeve.

"Hanako-neechan, look over there!"

Hanako looked in the direction she was pointing.

It's a dessert shop.

There were huge ice cream models at the entrance, with strawberry, chocolate, and matcha flavors.

The shop window displays a variety of exquisite cakes.

Xiaoxia's eyes lit up.

Hanako smiled and said, "Would you like to try some?"

Xiaoxia nodded vigorously.

Hanako took out her phone and snapped a picture of the dessert shop.

"Make a note of this first, and come back after we find Bob."

Xiaoxia was a little disappointed, but she still nodded.

The three continued walking forward.

Hanako stopped again after walking a short distance.

This time it's a viewing platform.

From the observation deck, you can overlook the entire coastline of Honglian Island.

Azure waters, white sand beaches, and distant volcanoes.

The scenery is indeed beautiful.

Hanako stood on the edge of the observation deck, the sea breeze blowing through her hair.

She took a deep breath, took out her phone, and took another picture.

"You absolutely must visit this place at least once."

Her tone carried a hint of longing.

Jiang Chuan stood to the side, looking at Hanako's profile as she took the photo.

The sunlight shone on her face, making her skin appear almost glowing white.

She tied her hair into a low ponytail today, revealing her slender neck.

Jiang Chuan withdrew his gaze and continued searching using waveguide sensing.

The morning passed just like that.

The three of them practically turned Red Lotus Island upside down.

I've searched alleyways, markets, and even public restrooms.

I just didn't see that bald old man with sunglasses.

The sun rose higher and higher, and the temperature became hotter and hotter.

Xiaoxia's forehead was covered in a fine sheen of sweat, and she fanned herself with her hand.

"It's so hot! Where did that old man go?"

Hanako also took out a wet wipe from her bag and wiped her face.

"Yes, we've been looking for so long and still haven't found it."

Jiang Chuan stood at a crossroads, looking around.

In the distance, there are bustling tourist streets, teeming with people.

There are vendors selling souvenirs, snacks, and street performers.

It was incredibly lively.

Jiang Chuan looked at the street and sighed.

"That old Deng really knows how to hide."

He couldn't help but complain, "I really wish he were a Pokémon right now."

"I unleashed my wave-guiding power and pulled him right out of the crowd."

Jiang Chuan shook his head helplessly and turned to look at the two of them.

Hanako and Kasumi were huddled together looking at their phones.

The screen showed the photos Hanako had taken that morning.

A dessert shop, a viewing platform, and a few other attractions along the way.

The two were discussing which place was more worth visiting.

"This observation deck must be even more beautiful in the evening."

"But the cakes at this dessert shop look delicious."

"And that beach, the sand is so white."

Jiang Chuan couldn't help but smile as he watched the two of them discussing so intently.

He clapped his hands: "Alright, stop looking at the photos."

The two looked up at him.

Jiang Chuan pointed to the bustling street in the distance.

"Let me take you shopping and sightseeing this afternoon."

Hanako paused for a moment, then asked, "Have you found Uncle Xia?"

Jiang Chuan shook his head.

"With so many people, that strange old man who likes quiet won't come out."

"We've been searching for ages, and we've finally made it to this tourist paradise."

Let's have some fun too.

Hanako thought for a moment, then nodded with a smile.

"That's true, we can't keep searching forever."

When Xiaoxia heard that they were going to play, she instantly perked up.

She jumped up from the ground and raised her hands in celebration.

"Yeah! Yeah Jiang Chuan!"

Her voice was so loud that several tourists passing by turned to look at her.

Hanako quickly tugged at her sleeve.

"Keep your voice down, keep your voice down."

Xiaoxia stuck out her tongue, but she couldn't hide the excitement on her face.

She's already starting to count the places she wants to go on her fingers.

"First to the dessert shop! Then to the beach! Then to the observation deck!"

"Oh right, and that shop that sells seashell crafts!"

Jiang Chuan couldn't help but smile as he looked at Xiaoxia's excited expression.

Hanako smiled and reached out to help Kasumi tidy her wind-blown hair.

"Okay, okay, everyone go."

The three of them found a small roadside restaurant and had lunch.

The seafood ramen was simple, but the taste was surprisingly good.

The noodles were chewy, the broth was delicious, and the shrimp were quite large.

After finishing our noodles, the afternoon's activities officially began.

Our first stop was the dessert shop that Xiaoxia had been longing to visit.

The shop is small, but it is decorated very exquisitely.

Pink walls, white tables and chairs—it's bursting with girlish charm.

Xiaoxia was pressed against the dessert display case, her eyes almost glued to the glass.

"This, this, this, and this too."

She pointed to four or five different cakes in one go.

Hanako stood next to her, also looking at the menu intently.

"This matcha mousse looks good."

"And this strawberry mille-feuille."

Jiang Chuan leaned against the door frame, watching the two women struggling in front of the dessert counter.

Women really have no resistance to sweets.

In the end, Xiaoxia chose a chocolate lava cake, and Hanako chose a strawberry mille-feuille.

The two also ordered a glass of juice.

Jiang Chuan ordered an iced coffee.

When the cake was served, Xiaoxia's eyes lit up.

She scooped up a spoonful and put it in her mouth.

Then he shrugged his shoulders.

"tasty!"

Hanako took a bite of her strawberry mille-feuille and nodded.

"It's really good."

Jiang Chuan took a sip of iced coffee and watched the two of them eat cake.

Xia's mouth was covered in chocolate sauce, and Hanako took a tissue to wipe it off for her.

This scene is quite heartwarming.

After leaving the dessert shop, the three of them went to the beach.

The sand on Honglian Island is indeed white and soft to the touch.

Xiaoxia took off her shoes and ran barefoot on the beach.

The waves crashed over her ankles.

She waded through the water twice, then turned and waved to Hua Zi.

"Hanako-neechan, come quick! The water's so refreshing!"

Hanako smiled, shook her head, took off her shoes, and walked over.

Jiang Chuan sat on a bench on the beach, watching the two playing in the water.

The sea breeze carries a salty taste and moisture.

It's quite comfortable.

Then we went to the observation deck.

The view from the observation deck was indeed more beautiful in the evening than in the morning.

The setting sun dyed the sky orange-red, and the sea shimmered.

The distant volcano was clearly outlined in the setting sun.

Hanako stood by the railing, the sea breeze blowing her hair.

She took out her phone and took several photos.

Xiaoxia also took out her phone and pulled Jiang Chuan to take a photo together.

"Jiang Chuan, don't hide! Come over here for a picture!"

Jiang Chuan was pulled by the arm to the railing by her.

Hanako raised her phone and took a picture of the two of them together.

Then Xiaoxia pulled Huazi to take pictures together.

A group photo of three people, with the sunset and the sea in the background.

By the time we came down from the observation deck, it was already getting dark.

Hanako checked the time: "It's 5:30."

Jiang Chuan remembered that Joey must be quite busy today too.

"Let's go check out the Pokémon Center."

The three arrived at the Pokémon Center.

Sure enough, there were quite a few people in the hall.

Joey is bandaging the front leg of a Growlithe.

Her movements were practiced and her expression was focused.

Jiang Chuan walked over: "Do you need any help?"

Joey looked up, saw it was him, and a hint of panic flashed across her face.

But she quickly returned to normal.

"You've come at the right time; there are a few Pokémon over there that need feeding."

The three of them quickly got the hang of it.

Hanako was in charge of preparing the food, Kasumi was in charge of feeding the animals, and Egawa helped move things around.

I was busy for about an hour and a half.

The number of Pokémon in the hall gradually decreased.

Joey wiped the sweat from his forehead and let out a long sigh.

At this moment, the person taking over the shift arrived, and the two handed over their work.

Joey took off her gloves, disinfected them, and washed her hands.

After everything was settled, she turned to Jiang Chuan and the other two.

A grateful smile graced his face.

"Thank you so much for these past two days."

"I'll treat you to a big meal tonight."

"Then, we'll go soak in the hot springs."

Xiaoxia's eyes lit up instantly upon hearing the words "hot spring".

Her pupils dilated.

"Hot springs? Where? Where?"

Joey smiled and pointed in the direction of the volcano.

"The hot springs on Crimson Lotus Island are very famous."

"And I happen to have two days of temporary leave."

"I can finally relax tonight."

Xiaoxia has already started bouncing around in place.

"Great! Great! Let's soak in the hot springs!"

Hanako smiled and said, "That's great, I've been a bit tired these past few days."

Joey looked at the three of them and said, "Let's go back and change our clothes first."

Hanako nodded: "Okay, okay, let's go back and change our clothes."

Xiaoxia chimed in, "Yes, yes, let's change clothes!"

Jiang Chuan looked at Hanako and Xiaoxia with a puzzled expression.

"Are you two changing too?"

"Didn't you two play for most of the day? Why are you going back to change clothes?"

Xiaoxia linked arms with Huazi, while Chongjiangchuan rolled his eyes.

"Oh dear, after playing for so long, it's so hot on Crimson Lotus Island."

"We're soaked too."

She took Hanako's hand and then linked arms with Joey.

The three women stood in a row, all staring at Jiang Chuan.

Xiaoxia raised her chin, her tone filled with disdain.

"Girls need to be refined, don't you understand?"

"Then if you don't want to switch, you'll be the only smelly man here!"

After she finished speaking, all three women laughed.

Joey smiled with her lips pursed, Hanako covered her mouth and laughed, and Xiaoxia laughed the happiest.

Jiang Chuan stood there, watching the three women laughing together.

He chuckled and shook his head. The four of them walked out of the Pokémon Center together, ready to begin their evening leisure time.