Pokémon: Starting as a Farmer Instead of a Trainer

Chapter 70 Latias's New Friend

Latias didn't quite understand what Lillie was talking about, what charity, what donations... He was just an idiot, how could he understand these things?

She only admits she's an idiot when she encounters something she truly doesn't understand and can't think of any excuses to justify it.

However, Lillie only chose to help out of compassion and was unaware of the extent to which her decision would benefit the Ether Foundation in the future; but that's a story for another time...

She snapped out of her reverie and recalled the last time she touched the other person's hair during the ritual. Her body reacted instinctively, and at the time she didn't know what was happening. She thought her symptoms had worsened.

After a moment's thought, she reached out again and placed her hand on Latias's head. But as soon as she touched his hair, she felt an electric shock throughout her body. Fortunately, she subconsciously raised her hand, and the strange feeling finally disappeared.

"..."

I can still feel that feeling... although it's not as strong as when I was in contact with Pokémon. Could it be that this little girl often comes into contact with various Pokémon in the manor and has picked up their aura?

Lillie started to fill in the blanks in her mind to make her situation more believable.

However, Latias, who has a keen sense of human nature, still noticed what had just happened. She could sense that the other person seemed to be afraid of her.

This feeling made her a little uncomfortable. She was so cute, why was she afraid of her?

So she raised a question and released a little mental energy, so that the other person would unconsciously understand her meaning.

After realizing what was happening, Lillie pinched her braid with her small, fair hands, lowered her head, and responded in a somewhat submissive tone.

"Actually, I don't know what happened. When I was a child, I really loved Pokémon, but starting a few years ago, I became afraid of Pokémon..."

Her voice was very soft. After pausing for a moment and taking a deep breath, she continued, "Sometimes it's so bad that I don't even need to be in contact with Pokémon. As soon as I see a Pokémon within a certain range, I instinctively jump away. This situation bothers me a lot, and I even have to wear very heavy protective clothing to feel safe..."

Her classmates all knew about this, so they would take special care of her and not put their Pokémon near her or use this as an excuse to play pranks on her.

However, when others discover her fear of Pokémon, she still stubbornly denies it, saying that she is just consciously choosing to avoid Pokémon.

However, this avoidance behavior does not affect her love for Pokémon. She is simply afraid to get close to Pokémon, but as long as the Pokémon stays at a safe distance, she can adapt and accept it.

Lillie didn't know why she would suddenly say so much to such a small child. Maybe it was because the other person was stronger than her?

But right after she finished speaking, Latias suddenly hugged her. Her body reacted instinctively, and she almost got angry, but after a few moments, the feeling gradually dissipated.

"Huh? It's done?"

She looked at the little girl in her arms and felt that something was off, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it. The only thing she was sure of was that she no longer felt that way.

"Waaah~"

Latias released her and smiled smugly. He was a Pokémon, so he figured that there was no problem with this kind of contact.

Of course, she couldn't possibly reveal herself, so Lillie might simply be unaware that the creature that just hugged her was a Pokémon.

After catching her breath, a smile suddenly appeared on Lillie's delicate and lovely face. She tossed her hair aside, then reached out and hugged Latias, saying, "I don't know why, but I'm suddenly a little happy... and feel so relaxed..."

Perhaps it's because they get along well? Like friends, she already considers the other person a friend.

Then, Lillie continued with a smile, "Give me your contact information, so we can chat via text message on our phones without having to speak."

She had grown fond of the little girl and wanted to do her best to help her, but Latias was completely baffled.

"???"

Chatting on your phone? Isn't this only for sending and receiving money? I've seen Mingyou do it this way, or maybe you just haven't discovered the main function? Well, that makes things simple!

However, a problem arose: she didn't have a Rotom phone, since she hadn't usually thought it was very useful, but now she suddenly needed to use it.

What should I do?

Did they steal Mingyou's things to use?

I haven't tried it, but I'd definitely get scolded... Maybe I should ask him for one?

With that thought in mind, she broke free from Lillie's grasp and ran into the house. Just then, Mingyou and the other two walked in from the backyard.

"What's wrong? Why are you running so fast?"

Mingyou quickly crouched down and hugged Latias, who was rushing towards him. He also understood Latias's thoughts through telepathy.

"You want to buy a Rotom phone? Okay, I'll buy one for you online later, but it can only be a cheap one. We don't have much money for a high-end phone right now, just something that works."

"Wuwu?"

Latias was quite surprised to see that Mingyou agreed so readily. He had thought he would have to cry and make a scene to get her to agree.

Actually, quite the opposite is true. If she really cries and throws a tantrum to buy something, then Mingyou might have to think twice and not indulge her.

Moreover, her mention of buying a Rotom phone made Mingyou suddenly realize something, and she also thought of something else.

There is a TV at home, although it is an old relic, it may still work. We can let Ponpon and the others watch TV, since they are always at home waiting for him to come back, this will help them pass the time.

"Let's buy one for Ponpo too, and then teach her how to use it. That's decided!"

Naruto stood up, just as Lillie followed Latias in, calling out, "Why are you running so fast? What happened?"

"Waaah~"

Latias proudly raised her head. Soon she would have a cell phone too, and she would also have her first human friend. She smiled and looked at Lillie... You said your first friend isn't Naruto?

of course not!

Because Mingyou isn't just a friend, she's family.

Back in the living room, Dr. Kukui saw that everyone had almost finished tidying up, so he smiled and said, "Let's continue today's activities. Although there were some minor incidents, such trivial matters cannot affect our fighting spirit!"

Hearing this, Mingyou, who had originally planned to have them stay for dinner, asked with a hint of regret, "Are you leaving already?"

"We can't keep bothering you like this. We're in summer camp, and we're in competition with other schools, so we can't afford to lose here. But I'll come to your stall to support your business in a few days."

"Then I'll look forward to it!"

Mingyou responded with a smile, and then together with Latias, escorted them out of the manor to prevent them from getting "lost" inside again.

Watching Dr. Kukui wave goodbye and lead the students away, Mingyou sighed and suddenly felt a sense of peace. Then he smiled again and reached out to pat Latias's head beside him.

"You seem quite happy. Is there something exciting you're looking forward to?"

"Waaah~"

Latias did not respond immediately, but instead put the little white hat back on his head.

However, Mingyou roughly guessed what it was, chuckled softly, and didn't ask any further questions. Just as she was about to take her back for dinner, she suddenly noticed that there was still someone there!

Aren't you with them?

"We'll go over there later. Anyway, at this time of day, they're just changing locations to camp and eat."

Xiao Zhao hugged Zoroya and responded with a smile, but the next second, her expression instantly turned serious, and she said, "There are some things I want to tell you, and also... some questions I want to ask you!"

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(End of this chapter)