Pokémon: Starting as a Farmer Instead of a Trainer

Chapter 433 Diancie Must Fight Too, The Eternal Flower Brings Calamity (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

Sooto City, located in the center of the eastern sea area of ​​the Hoenn region, is a mysterious city that has been sleeping through history. Rainwater has gathered in a meteorite crater formed thousands of years ago, and over hundreds of years, it has created a unique natural landscape and a suitable living environment.

Due to its unique geographical environment, it is impossible to reach Sootopolis City directly without taking a boat or using the power of a flying Pokémon. Even so, it still welcomes many tourists every year.

Right in the center of Liuli City, beneath a towering tree growing on a green floating island, Mingyou squatted on the grass, curiously observing a closed flower beneath the tree through the sunlight filtering through its shade.

Just then, from behind, carried by the wind blowing across the shimmering lake, a sweet female voice drifted over: "This is the Flower of Eternity. Legend has it that every time it blooms, calamity is sure to follow..."

Xiao Zhao stopped beside Mingyou. Today, she was wearing a figure-hugging blue low-waisted dress, exuding youthful charm. She was now completely used to dressing like this.

As Mingyou stood up, she cut a citrus-flavored double popsicle in half and handed it to her.

"Open your mouth~"

"Ah~"

Mingyou took a bite of the popsicle, took it with her hand, and smiled as she watched Diancie and Meloetta being led to buy popsicles behind her, each holding a strawberry sundae and happily enjoying it.

He finally made it to summer vacation, which coincided with the next World Championship and the Tanabata meteor shower, so he planned to stay in the Hoenn region for a while and relax with everyone.

They said they arrived last night and will be sightseeing in Liuli City today to keep in good spirits and prepare for their match against Mikeli on the lake in Liuli City tomorrow... As for why it's on the lake, he doesn't really understand yet.

I'm guessing it's similar to the match at Sun Plaza in Tabletop City. Since there's no official competition venue, they'll use some special locations for the match. After all, Wallace is the former champion of the Hoenn region, and it's their home turf, so naturally they'll make the arrangements...

"So, have you figured out anything yet?"

Xiao Zhao smiled and asked.

Of course, I'm referring to this Eternal Flower. It's a fairly famous tourist attraction in Liuli City. This flower, which hasn't bloomed for a whole thousand years, still stands there lifelike.

Mingyou gently shook her head and bit into a piece of popsicle.

"Eh~"

Xiao Zhao looked up and smiled, teasingly saying, "I thought you were always causing trouble and bringing disaster wherever you went. You were practically a walking trouble-making machine. I didn't expect you couldn't even make it bloom."

"How could it be so mystical?"

"It's hard to say..."

"Senior, please don't jinx it!"

Mingyou quickly stopped Xiaozhao from making any more promises, then looked at Meloetta and the others: "Let's have fun here today. After the competition ends tomorrow, we'll go to Green Ridge City."

Green Ridge City is the best place to observe meteor showers. It not only has the world's largest rocket launch center and observatory, but it is also very close to Crystal City, only an hour away by boat.

"Melo~"

Meloetta finished her sundae, smiled and nodded. Because she was so famous now, she would still hide when other people were around, just like before. But now she was no longer afraid of being exposed, but worried about causing trouble for Mingyou.

"Daman~"

Let's go have some fun nearby!

Tianshila and Ponpo came together. This was the first time they had come so far from the manor since they arrived. Now, it was full of curiosity about everything here and wanted to see and try many things.

Seeing them run towards the street, Mingyou smiled helplessly, finished her popsicle, threw the stick into the trash can, and said, "Let's go, don't let them get lost."

"Hmm~"

Xiao Zhao took out a Meloetta-patterned parasol from her bag, took Mingyou's arm, used the fan to shield herself from the scorching sun, and walked forward side by side.

It's so hot in the Hoenn region this time of year...

It's almost like Groudon is there.

Once on the street, the two were about to follow them to the shopping district to buy fruit tea when Mingyou suddenly noticed that Diancie seemed to be stopped by someone, with Ponpo and Latias protecting her behind them.

"Um?"

Looking over there, one could see a tall, blue-haired man wearing a white hat, bending over and smiling as he tried to talk to Diancie. However, his transparent, gradient-green ribbons and his bizarre, indescribable midriff-baring outfit made it hard for others not to think of him as an extremely strange fellow.

Rather than being noble or flamboyant...

"Perverted" would be a more appropriate word to describe it!

Xiao Zhao felt a chill run down her spine when she saw it. Why would a grown man dress like that? Could it be that this person... well, has a unique fetish?

The usually innocent girl seemed to have some unclean thoughts in her mind. She grabbed Mingyou's sleeve, who was about to step forward, and coughed lightly, "I'll go instead. You... try to stay away from that person. After all, you're quite pretty."

"???"

Mingyou typed out a few question marks, "Why can't I understand what you're saying all of a sudden?"

After a brief moment of surprise, he shook his head slightly and raised his hand to greet them in that direction.

"Teacher Mi!"

"Oh ho~ So you're here after all~"

Mikoli straightened his back and looked at Mingyou walking towards him. After all, Egui Peng was right there, so he couldn't possibly not have guessed that the other party had arrived.

Although it was their first meeting, he was very familiar with Mingyou's various achievements. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to call him a supernova. He then began to observe him, from his clothes to his temperament, and so on.

However, Xiao Zhao felt that the tilted head and scrutinizing gaze clearly carried a different meaning. Sure enough... it's best to keep Mingyou away from the other person as much as possible. Boys need to protect themselves when they're out.

Unaware that a strange gaze was watching him warily, Mikkel finally looked away and nodded in satisfaction.

"Hmm...9 points!"

"ha?"

"This is my initial impression score of you. I deducted one point to prevent you from becoming arrogant. Overall, you certainly live up to the reviews online!"

Mikoli explained with a smile that there weren't many people who could interest him, but Mingyou was not only one of them, but also a very special one.

Listening to the conversation, Xiaozhao finally realized who this pervert was, and showed a look of sudden realization: "Oh~~~ So he is Mikey. I've heard Xiaoguang mention him. He's not only a top Coordinator, but also her idol."

"Yeah, although he looks like a freak, his strength shouldn't be underestimated!"

Mingyou turned on the team's voice chat and whispered to Xiaozhao, then looked at Mikoli and asked curiously, "By the way, what's Teacher Mi doing here?"

"Of course, it's because we discovered this Pokémon!"

Mikoli pointed at Diancie, who had already hidden behind Mingyou, and said with great excitement, "It's simply breathtakingly beautiful, enviably elegant, and just... too! too! too! dazzlingly brilliant!"

"Daman..."

What a strange guy...

Mingyou reached out and patted Diancie's head to soothe her frightened expression, then smiled and said, "After all, this child is my Pokémon!"

"What?!"

Upon hearing this, Mikuri became even more excited and earnestly pleaded, "Please, please let this Pokémon battle me tomorrow!"

"Daman?"

"Forehead……"

Mingyou and Diancie exchanged a glance.

Can we fight?

I'm afraid we can't win...

Putting aside the issue of being countered by attributes, Diancie has hardly ever fought. She's basically a pampered little princess who grew up in luxury. Although she was born from a holy diamond, this isn't a diamond mining country. If she were on home turf, she might be able to put up a fight.

Seeing Mingyou's troubled expression, a pink glint flashed in Tianxi's eyes, and she nodded gently.

"Daman!"

No...no problem, it can play too!

"Hmm... okay then!"

Mingyou didn't think for long before agreeing to Diancie's request. Even if they lost, it didn't matter, as long as the child's wish could be fulfilled.

Having received a reply, Mikuri stood with his hands on his hips, beaming with delight, and said with a smile, "Don't worry, if you use this Pokémon, I'll adjust my strength accordingly to battle you!"

"Does this... count as match-fixing?"

Xiao Zhao was a little worried. It was one thing for Mingyou, but was it really okay for the former champion of the Hoenn region to play like this? So many people were watching you, and you weren't even serious. Anyone with eyes could see that.

To this, Mikuri waved his hand elegantly: "It doesn't matter. I wasn't planning to participate, but the current champion, Steven, went to a faraway place to dig for rocks, so I'll participate this year to support the Hoenn region."

And they still want to show off... If this continues, the Hoenn region will lose all face.

Xiao Zhao suppressed her inner complaints and didn't say anything.

Michael had some things to take care of at the gym, so he said goodbye and left.

After he left, Xiao Zhao looked at Ming You and asked, "Are you really planning to let Diancie play? This kid hasn't played a single match since she started following you, has she?"

"There's still almost a day left!"

Mingyou gently stroked Diancie's little head. He could train her properly tonight. As long as she could understand his instructions, that would be fine. As for teamwork, they could train her later.

"Daman~"

Tianxi nodded seriously. As the next queen of the diamond mining country, she could not forget what her duty was. Of course, it was to train with Mingyou and Xiaozhao... no, it was to grow up to be qualified to inherit the queen!

Seeing its companions always on TV, it also wanted to appear on TV once and show everyone its noble and magnificent appearance!

Looking into its eyes, Xiao Zhao nodded with satisfaction: "Very determined! Keep it up!"

"Daman~"

Time passed slowly, and soon the sky darkened and night fell. The temperature gradually cooled down, but Liuli City remained brightly lit, stepping into its nightlife.

At this time of year, the "Deep Sea Stars," also known as the "Lightbulbs," are courting and mating. Male Lightbulbs rise from the deep sea to the surface, displaying the spherical light-emitting organs on their head tentacles. They attract females by changing color. Even the stinging jellyfish, which usually hunt at night, dare not appear at this time.

Standing at the edge of the meteorite crater in Liuli City, one can see colorful lights on the sea, resembling a neon scene painted on the ocean, dreamlike and enchanting, making one unable to help but be captivated by the beautiful scenery.

"Wow, it's so beautiful!"

Xiao Zhao took out her alpaca-themed phone and took pictures of the sea. There were many other tourists nearby doing the same.

But Mingyou, standing to the side, turned his gaze away from the sea and inadvertently looked at the girl's fair and delicate face beside him. Even the third wheels were courting, so why shouldn't he...

I wonder if I'll be surrounded by so many people someday when I'm around?

He felt a sudden, inexplicable anxiety rise within him. Sensing his gaze, Xiao Zhao tilted her head slightly, touched her face with a puzzled expression, and asked softly, "What's wrong? Is there something on my face?"

"No, I just think you're pretty~"

"Really, haven't you seen enough yet...?"

Xiao Zhao blushed slightly, turned her head away coquettishly, completely unaware of what the other person was thinking.

Mingyou also turned her gaze away and continued to look at the neon lights on the sea, but in her heart, she was gradually beginning to truly make up her mind...

Meanwhile, near the Ryuga Dojo.

After finishing his work at the dojo, Michael walked out, intending to go home and rest, and give himself a few days off to go on a date with his girlfriend.

Just as he passed the towering tree in the center, he caught a glimpse of something out of the corner of his eye. He stopped in his tracks, turned to look, and his blue pupils contracted sharply as he froze.

Beneath the tree, the Eternal Flower, which had always been displayed as a decorative item, was now faintly glowing with a dark red light, as if it were about to bloom at any moment...

(End of this chapter)