Pokémon, Ash's art style is off!

He patted Bulbasaur, looking like a good buddy.

"I will join Bulbasaur in protecting Miss Midori and this forest!"

"Plant...seeds?!"

Bulbasaur was struck dumb.

His entire body froze.

Even the vine whip on his back almost popped out uncontrollably.

what? !

Is this person going to stay here too?!

"this......"

Cui Zi was clearly troubled.

Bulbasaur looked at the troubled-looking Midori.

Then he looked at Xiaogang, who looked eager to try, as if he was about to go into the woods to cut down trees and build a new house.

I went through an incredibly intense internal struggle.

Finally, it closed its eyes in anguish, as if it had made some tragic decision.

Taking two steps forward, Bulbasaur resolutely stopped in front of Ash, raised its head, and let out a short but firm cry.

"seed!"

Take it with you!

As long as we don't let this weirdo stay!

It's willing to do anything!

There is an ancient story of a silly beast that feeds shellfish with its tail!

Bulbasaur has now sacrificed itself to save people!

Ash looked at Bulbasaur, who looked like he was sacrificing himself for the greater good, and then at Brock, who was still dreaming about life. His eyes were filled with admiration.

Teacher Gang truly lives up to his reputation!

With just a little trick, he cleverly resolved the stalemate and made Bulbasaur change his mind!

It seems there is still a lot I need to learn!

"Teacher Gang! You've worked so hard!"

Xiao Zhi sincerely exclaimed, "I salute Xiao Gang!"

"Ok?"

Although Xiao Gang didn't fully understand what Xiao Zhi was saying, he still subconsciously straightened his chest and accepted the respect from the admiring gaze.

Only Xia, who had witnessed everything, raised her hand to her forehead, utterly speechless.

The matter was about to be resolved.

Pikachu skillfully picked up a blank Poké Ball.

We should follow the example of the caterpillar.

They caught Bulbasaur.

But before Pikachu could even throw it at Bulbasaur...

"Pikachu?"

It felt like an upward force lifted Ash up, mouse and ball together.

"Wait a minute, Pikachu."

Ash first put Pikachu aside, then turned to Bulbasaur, his tone becoming serious.

"I understand your feelings, but I cannot win you over yet..."

Upon hearing this, not only was Bulbasaur stunned, but even Misty, Brock, and Clover showed expressions of astonishment.

"Xiao Zhi, what's wrong with you...?"

Cui Zi asked in confusion.

Xiao Zhi raised his hand to signal her to wait a moment.

He then crouched down again, looking directly into Bulbasaur's still somewhat bewildered eyes, his expression more solemn than ever before.

"Since you are so loyal and righteous, then I, Xiao Zhi, naturally cannot lose face!"

"We must treat you with sincerity; I cannot let you come with me carrying any worries or anxieties!"

Xiao Zhi's words were resounding.

"Weren't you worried that after you left, other Pokémon would bully Miss Midori and everyone here?"

Bulbasaur nodded.

"seed."

"Well!"

Xiao Zhi stood up and waved his hand.

He radiated confidence.

"I've taken care of all your worries, haven't I?"

Tell me, who is the strongest in this forest right now?

"I'll go and convince it to replace you right now, won't that solve the problem?!"

He spoke as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

It was as if this wasn't about persuading a powerful wild Pokémon that might have occupied the territory for many years.

It's as simple as just saying hello to the neighbor next door.

Bulbasaur, Cleopatra, Misty, Brock, and the rest of the Pokémon all fell silent for a moment.

"Plant...seeds!!!"

Bulbasaur suddenly came to its senses.

It looked up and stared intently at Xiao Zhi.

Since you have such a temperament, then I, Bulbasaur, am no less so!

If only it could be solved!

So what if Bulbasaur willingly goes with you!?

......

"Huh? Huh—?! Wait!"

Cui Zi snapped out of her shock and hurriedly stepped forward, waving her hands in front of her chest in an attempt to dissuade her.

"If it's Ash... then it'll be fine..."

Misty, who had been teamed up with Ash the longest, was the first to react.

"There's definitely no problem..."

Xiao Gang, dejected at having lost his reason to stay, said...

Cui Zi hurriedly said.

"The wild Pokémon that live deep in this forest are very strong! They have a strong sense of territory, and..."

"Strong, of course we believe they are strong."

Xiaoxia nodded.

"But ultimately, it's just a Pokémon, Miss Midori. You have to understand, Pokémon have their limits..."

"After all, the opponent is Ash Ketchum..."

Xiao Gang nodded.

......

The attempts to dissuade them were unsuccessful.

Guided by Bulbasaur.

Ash and Pikachu stormed into the forest with great momentum.

They plowed up the entire forest.

About an hour later.

The sun was shining brightly on the open space in front of the cabin.

Three humans and a group of Pokémon craned their necks, gazing toward the forest path.

Footsteps approached, and Ash appeared first, with Pikachu perched proudly on his shoulder.

Immediately afterward, a stunned Bulbasaur followed suit, its hands and feet moving in unison.

Three Pokémon, each with a distinctly large size and imposing presence, followed him out.

"Okay, this is the place."

Ash clapped his hands and turned to face the three Pokémon.

A massive, hard-shelled rumbler.

Nidoking, with his menacing horns, looked rather disheveled at the moment.

And a flying mantis with slightly worn double blades and a somewhat bewildered look in its eyes.

"From now on, when I'm not around, you must listen to her."

Ash turned to the side and pointed at Midori, who was still completely bewildered.

"We absolutely cannot let her and her Pokémon get bullied, understand?"