Pokémon: Trainers Returning from Monster Hunter

Chapter 21 Zhu Lan's Actions

In a coastal villa located north of Random Town in the Sinnoh region, across the sea from the Battle Zone.

"Shilan!"

Cattleya pushed open the door and called downstairs.

"Help me process my exchange student application to Hoenn Kanaz High School! As soon as possible!!"

Shi Lan, who was tidying up her room, bowed slightly.

"Yes, Miss."

"By the way, I'm going alone this time, so you'll be in charge of the battle zone."

Upon hearing this, Shi Lan paused in her act of getting up.

Unusually, he did not respond immediately.

After hesitating for a moment, she finally couldn't help but ask, "Miss, do you have superpowers?"

Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't question Cattleya's decisions.

If the other party suddenly changes their mind and goes to Hoenn as an exchange student, he will simply comply unconditionally.

But since it concerns Cattleya's personal safety, he needs to be cautious.

"The purpose of this trip to Hoenn is to resolve this potential problem. I have mentors at the academy, so there's no need to worry."

Knowing that she had the opportunity to control her superpowers, Cattleya's tone was much lighter than usual.

"Yes, I understand."

Shi Lan lowered her head to indicate that she understood; asking any more questions would be impolite.

"I'll make the arrangements right now. You're expected to be able to set off for Hoenn this weekend and start school normally next week."

Cattleya nodded slightly, turned and walked back to the bedroom, muttering to herself as the door closed automatically.

"Hmm...should we tell Sister Zhulan about this? Or maybe it's better to leave a message; we can't just leave without saying goodbye..."

She opened the chat software and spent a long time intermittently editing and sending the message.

[Don't disturb my sleep: Cynthia, I'm going to Hoenn Kanatsu Academy as an exchange student. Someone there will guide me in controlling my psychic powers. Hmm... I'm leaving this week.]

[Don't disturb my sleep: Eevee is cute.jpg]

"Is this okay?"

Cattleya breathed a sigh of relief.

Every time she sends a message to Zhulan, she has to think it over for a long time, and she adds an emoji to almost every message, otherwise she always feels like something is missing.

On the other side, at the very top of the Sinnoh League building.

Zhu Lan finished her morning work, stretched, opened her phone, and a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.

"Information about Cattleya?"

Upon opening it, I was even more surprised.

[Cabbage: I remember you said before that you were going to the United Blueberry Academy, why did you change your mind?]

Upon receiving the message, Cattleya's fingers flew across the screen, her small white-socked feet swaying gently.

She quickly recounted the whole story in writing, from when she came across Qishu's video to when Oreki replied to her private message and made up his mind.

Actually, not long ago, her decision to go to Unova was entirely based on her intuition—the intuition of a superpowered person.

Compared to that, she is more willing to grasp the hope that can be seen.

however.

Zhu Lan was not calm after reading the message.

"Kanaz Academy... Oreki-sensei... Could it be such a coincidence?"

Following Gadria's suggestion, she found Qishu's account on "PikaPika" and immediately saw the latest video.

It's quite popular.

—It's worth mentioning that Zhu Lan also has her own account, and she has more than five million followers.

There's no way around it; she's the most popular champion lately, even surpassing the popularity of Carlos film star Karenina.

Hoenn Tales Series: Telepathic Command Battle, Shiny Leafeon's Burning Moves!

It must be said that Qi Shuqi's title is quite catchy.

Putting aside the need for verification, Zhu Lan thinks she would have clicked on this title under normal circumstances.

Click on the video.

Familiar faces appeared in the frame.

"It really is him! But what does 'telepathy' mean in the title? Does Oreki's opponent have telepathy?"

Zhu Lan frowned slightly as she looked on.

The video isn't long; Kiju only cuts out Oreki's battle, focusing on a theme that fits the content, and also includes Kiju's unique commentary.

"It's happened! The challenger's telepathy!"

Qi Shu's energetic voice echoed inside the room.

"The challenger?"

Zhu Lan took a ten-second break in surprise and realized that Oreki had not given any instructions before Xin Ye Miao took action.

He only spoke two sentences throughout the entire subsequent battle.

A meaningless string of words, and a commanding statement that could barely be called "Now."

"When did he learn telepathy? Wait... did the baby just get burned?"

I was completely focused on Oreki's face and only realized it later.

After watching it three more times, she finally confirmed that Qishu was not a clickbaiter.

New Leaf Cat really has a burn attack!

"How many secrets does he still have... I guess I'll have to go to Hoenn today!"

Zhu Lan is a complete doer.

After replying to Jiadeliya that he understood, he immediately made a phone call and handed over the remaining tasks to Wusong.

He then unleashed his Garchomp and leaped off the top floor!

"Garuda, let's head to Professor Yamanashi's lab first."

"roar!"

...

2 PM, Kanaz Academy training grounds.

Oreki's class was the last one, so after his lunch break, he took Shin-chan to the training hall in the academy.

We used professional equipment to conduct a comprehensive test on Xinye Miao.

The result was somewhat unexpected by Oreki—wasn't Grass-type Pokémon's forte Grass-type moves?

Hagi Meow, you rascal.

"Meow...meow..."

But don't I also have superpowers and normal elemental attacks... Besides, my strength should already be above average, right?

Xin Ye Miao licked her front paws shyly, her voice lacking confidence.

"Isn't exceeding the average level a given?"

"Meow..."

How could you do this, meow...

"Alright, you've done great! Once you improve your proficiency and power with Grass-type moves, you'll be even stronger!"

After thinking for a moment, Oreki, who understood the cat's feelings, offered some words of comfort.

really.

As soon as she finished speaking, Xin Ye Miao's drooping tail perked up again.

Seeing this, Oreki began to carefully examine the analysis report.

For the same age group, Xin Ye Miao's various stats did indeed exceed the average level in the college's statistical database.

Especially in terms of physique and speed, thanks to the [Rock Token] and physique-boosting potions, they are practically far ahead!

Not to mention its psychic talent, which rivals that of ordinary psychic Pokémon.

From this perspective, Grass-type moves that are only barely above average are indeed a bit of a drag.

However, this also clarified the next training direction for Shin-chan.

Although its Grass-type moves will be more powerful after eating a cat meal, that power is not its own and has a limited duration, so it can be ignored.

"Don't be arrogant, let's warm up with ten leaf-shaped moves first."

"Meow?!"

Xin Ye Miao was startled.

"What? You think it's not enough?"

"Meow!"

The cat shook its head like a rattle drum.

"Then let's get moving, I'll go with you."

Oreki stretched his body.

I don't know how other trainers choose their training methods in real life, but he's happy to train with Shinyano.

Firstly, it helps maintain bodily functions, and secondly, it can increase the enthusiasm of the new Leaf Cat and enhance their tacit understanding.

"Meow!"

Seeing the trainer's eager expression, New Leaf Cat also perked up, not to be outdone.