Pokémon: Starting as a Farmer Instead of a Trainer

Chapter 321 The Reason I Like Xiaozhao, Semifinals: Mingyou vs. Xiaozhi (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

After a five-minute battle between Martial Arts Master Xiong and He Yue, Xiong was completely defeated, bringing the quarterfinals to a close.

The martial arts master, who was highly anticipated by everyone, was unexpectedly beaten effortlessly by the previously unseen Pokémon, Heru. Many people even speculated that Heru was also a legendary Pokémon.

Compared to these, Mingyou's Snorlax was undoubtedly the most attention-grabbing, as it defeated Xiaoyou's two Pokémon almost without taking any damage, giving hope to many trainers who were raising Snorlax.

However, tomorrow's competition has made them even more excited. Whether it's the match between Xiaozhao and Ziyu in Group A or the match between Xiaozhi and Mingyou in Group B, both of them, who are not favorites to win the championship, have made it into the semifinals.

Back in the Parthian region, Qishu, who was responsible for providing online commentary and live streaming, was practically laughing his head off...

In the afternoon, having finally escaped the media interviews, Mingyou managed to leave the venue, grumbling, "These guys have so many questions! They even ask about a few strands of my hair! Next, are they going to ask what color underwear I'm wearing today?!"

If it weren't for maintaining his image and promoting the manor's business, he really wanted He Yue to unleash a Blood Moon attack and blast all these guys away.

"The media is annoying, isn't it, Youyou? I also really dislike these people. Fortunately, I haven't been in the public eye much in the past two years because of work, so they haven't been paying attention to me anymore."

Xiaoyou's voice suddenly came from beside a tree. She had left without saying goodbye after the competition, and I didn't expect her to be waiting here.

Mingyou looked in the direction of the sound and saw that the other person had changed back into their Scottish kilt outfit, was carrying a backpack, and seemed to be about to leave.

"I'm completely convinced. I never expected that when you fought me in Beishang Township, you made Heyue hide her strength. I'm afraid only my master's martial arts bear could make it use its full power."

Xiaoyou said with a smile, and the master she mentioned was naturally Masted, her and Leon's teacher. In his youth, he was known as the world's strongest trainer, but after retiring as champion, he rarely battled anymore.

Upon hearing this, Mingyou smiled and explained, "Actually, Heyue only requested this after hearing that your opponent in this match was you. It's quite interested in your Martial Arts Bear Master and knew you would definitely send one out."

"So I still have a chance to win, huh? Damn it... I'm suddenly feeling a bit resentful!"

Xiaoyou put her hands on her hips, shook her head, and then seemed to catch a glimpse of something. She stopped talking about it and said with a smile, "I'm about to go back to the Galar region. I only participated in the Youth Cup to play against you."

Mingyou was slightly taken aback, but just then, a soft murmur that he knew all too well came from beside him, which even made his body tremble.

"Does losing mean you have to leave?"

"Ugh!"

Xiao Zhao's voice suddenly rang out beside him, startling Ming You so much that his soul almost flew out of his body. He turned to look at the person who had appeared with Rare Crown and Kirlia: "When did you get here!"

"I've always been here."

Xiao Zhao tilted her head slightly, gazing at him with a hint of doubt in her voice, which made Mingyou a little flustered: "Sister, you're a little scary..."

"Should I leave?"

"No, just stay by my side!"

Mingyou took her hand, knowing that she must have come with the Rachel. Turnip had come for this very reason, but after being defeated by Millerton yesterday, she had been lying in bed for almost the entire day.

Seeing that Calyrex and Kirlia were there, Xiaoyou was very happy to greet her friends and students. Seeing that they were doing well, she could go back home with peace of mind.

However, there's still some time, and she'd really like to get to know Xiao Zhao better. She'd seen Xiao Zhao's outstanding performance in the competition and actually wanted to play against her, but unfortunately, there hadn't been many opportunities...

"Is Xiaozhao a teacher at Blueberry Academy? She's so young... You're the genius!"

"Now I'm just an ordinary person."

Xiao Zhao smiled and replied, "That's true. She's no longer the trainer blessed by the Sinnoh Grandmaster. After the trials are over, she'll experience birth, aging, sickness, and death just like any other person. As long as she can spend her life peacefully with Mingyou, that's enough."

Mingyou watched her silently, then tightened her grip on the other's hand slightly...

Listening to Xiaozhao's wish, Xiaoyou felt inexplicably envious of the relationship between the two. However, she had no intention of dating. Her goal was to investigate the truth about Dynamax and spread Dynamax to various places.

However, there is something she wants to say about Blueberry Academy.

"By the way, when you return to Blueberry Academy, Sister Xiaozhao, it would be best to take a detour through the United East Sea and inform the students as well."

"United East Sea?"

"Yes, it's the sea area between Ripple Town and Blueberry Academy. Yesterday, Dr. Mulan asked me to go to Blueberry Academy to see Principal Xilan. But when I came back on my Steel Crow, the Martial Arts Bear Master gave me a very unusual warning, telling me to stay away from there."

"..."

Hearing this, Mingyou and Xiaozhao exchanged a glance, nodded slightly, and then continued to ask questions.

"Warning? Something's happened?"

"Maybe? Although I don't know what happened, Martial Arts Master Xiong told me that there seems to be a very powerful entity hovering over that area of ​​the sea, and it shows no signs of leaving."

Xiaoyou continued speaking. Although she was curious, she wouldn't go out of her way to cause such trouble, but it was still necessary to remind others.

Mingyou remained silent for a moment, and for some reason, the thought of Team Plasma suddenly came to mind. He decided to investigate Team Plasma when he passed through Ripple Town…

The group chatted for a long time and got along very well. It wasn't until they realized they only had an hour left before boarding the plane that Xiaoyou hurriedly prepared to board the Corviknight and head to the airport in Ripple Town.

"About the Max Bracers... you get it? Good luck in the remaining matches of the Junior Cup! I'll visit Kitakami Township when I have time, or you guys can come to Galar, I'll host you!"

Xiaoyou took off on her Corviknight, whose wings had recovered. She waved goodbye with a hint of reluctance. She didn't have many friends, and now she had finally met a close friend with whom she could confide her innermost thoughts... But meeting and parting are characteristics that trainers have to experience.

"They've left."

Watching Xiaoyou leave, King Raiguan shook his head slightly, regretting what he had wasted after being killed by Milton. He had some things he wanted to talk to her about, but he would put them aside for now.

It looked at Mingyou and called out, "Hey you, where's the guy I asked you to help me find band members?"

"You might as well explain yourself more clearly."

"Boss..."

"Why don't you go talk to Meloeta? I'll talk to her about it; she's quite interested in it."

"That green onion? I'll go for the interview later and see. I don't want someone with such poor skills."

"..."

Mingyou hesitated, then decided against it.

Bringing himself back to reality, he looked at the girl beside him who was lost in thought. Recalling the wish she had just mentioned, he moved closer to her and chuckled softly, "Want to spend your life with me?"

"Is that not allowed?"

Xiao Zhao looked up, slightly pouting, her tone calm: "Or are you saying you'll dislike me for not being pretty when I'm old?"

"How could that be?"

Mingyou smiled calmly, hugged Xiaozhao from behind, bent down and gently rested her head on Xiaozhao's shoulder, smelling the faint fragrance on Xiaozhao's body, and said softly, "I have never liked your appearance."

"So what do you like about me? My inner qualities?"

Xiao Zhao became curious. She really didn't know the answer to this question. She wasn't particularly outstanding in terms of figure and looks, so she really wanted to know the answer. Unfortunately, Ming You just chuckled.

Guess~

"Don't be a riddle reader; if you don't want to talk about it, then don't."

"Ha ha."

"This is not funny."

Xiao Zhao frowned slightly, tilting her head to stare at his face. After a moment of silence, an idea suddenly came to her. She raised her right hand and gently pinched Mingyou's cheek, her tone slightly playful: "Whenever you're willing to tell me, I'll give you a gift, how about that?"

"Oh? What gift! Is it very expensive?"

Guess~

"..."

"Ha ha."

"Sister, this isn't funny..."

The two joked with each other. Neither question was particularly important and wouldn't affect their relationship; in fact, they would add some fun.

Back at the hotel, they stopped their ambiguous relationship. Tomorrow was the semi-final, and both of them had their own things to do, especially Mingyou.

In today's match, Garchomp tried its best but still couldn't defeat Corviknight. However, when it learned that Snorlax had almost defeated two opponents without taking any damage, it was happy for its companion but also somewhat unwilling.

It felt that it had been pondering for a long time, but still couldn't grasp the threshold of evolution. Seeing how strong Riolu became after evolving, it was actually quite envious.

Don't be discouraged, just focus on your strengths, everyone is cheering you on.

Mingyou sat down next to Garchomp. He knew exactly what the other was thinking. He recalled that his encounter with Garchomp had been full of twists and turns.

It was because of these experiences that he knew Garchomp's personality: it always did things in a single-minded way, and if it said it would protect the vegetable garden in the backyard, it would protect it with all its might, and even if it was about to be beaten to death, it would resolutely not run away.

Too naive, yet unlike Ponpo, who is naive but also very clever... But that's also Garchomp's strength; it will never easily change its goals because of difficulties.

"So keep up the good work in tomorrow's game, and don't let your emotions get in the way. I'm here for you!"

"Shark~"

With Mingyou's words of comfort and encouragement, Garchomp regained its fighting spirit. Ponpo and the others witnessed this scene, but none of them came over to disturb it...

Silent all night.

The next day.

Because of Mingyou's outstanding performance in yesterday's quarterfinals, the popularity of today's live broadcast room has increased significantly, which made Qishu extremely happy. He seized the opportunity to use Mingyou's name to call himself GG.

Mingyou was completely unaware of all this. He and Xiaozhi, separated by several people, looked at each other from the stands and smiled. They hadn't seen each other since the match yesterday, as they were both preparing for today's long-awaited match.

In a sense, it was more like a battle between master and disciple. Although Mingyou didn't feel that he had helped the other party a lot, he had only given some pointers.

However, a battle between teacher and student was indeed taking place on the field. Zi Yu used all her skills, but in the end she was no match for Xiao Zhao. Her Dragon Head Mole was almost kicked off its string by the Dumb Beast, a difference in awareness.

As the finalists from Group A were chosen, Mingyou smiled slightly, looked away, waved, and called out, "It's almost time! It's our turn!"

"Hmm! Finally, I can fight you!"

"Pikachu!"

Ash and Pikachu were both full of fighting spirit; they had been waiting for this day for a long time.

As the two left one after the other and headed to the lower area, Danyu finally had a chance to have Ponpo all to herself and hold her in her arms to pet her. But strangely, she suddenly realized that she couldn't see Ponpo in the audience seats at this moment, even though she was just here a moment ago!

"Where's Ponpo? Could it be...?"

……

(End of this chapter)