Pokémon, Ash's art style is off!

He looked up at the gloomy sky, then glanced at the boy in front of him who seemed completely unafraid of thunder and was curiously examining his Poké Ball, as well as the two boys behind him, one in black and one in white.

With a heavy rainstorm approaching, it would be unwise to clash with unsuspecting trainers in the wild.

"Big, big brother!"

The blond-haired younger brother's voice trembled slightly. He tugged at Da You's sleeve, pointed to the sky, and whispered urgently.

"It's important...it's important! What if that guy gets away in the rain..."

These words reminded Da-you.

Compared to teaching a stranger a lesson, the Pokémon that has been free-range for so long and now seems to have made something of itself is obviously more important; it is a real asset and a source of combat power.

Wasting time and energy here is not worth it.

Yes, that's right, we're not afraid of being struck by lightning.

With the steps provided, Da-Yu naturally descended the slope.

He pulled his coat tighter to cover the row of Poké Balls, glared fiercely at Ash, and roared in a show of bravado but inwardly weak voice.

"You're lucky, kid! I don't have time to play with you today! Don't let me run into you next time!"

After saying that, he waved his hand forcefully, ignoring Xiao Zhi and the other two, and led a group of his underlings who were also unsettled by the thunderstorm, cursing and swearing as they hurriedly headed towards another, steeper mountain path.

Xiao Zhi blinked, looking somewhat bewildered.

No, they're leaving already?

Just because of a little thunder, you left?

Are they still trainers from Kanto?

He also wanted to see what kind of Pokémon were inside all those Poké Balls.

The heavy string of balls that the gang leader had carried had just made his heart itch with excitement under the lightning.

He'd never seen a trainer carry more than six Poké Balls with them before...

He put away the Poké Ball he had secretly taken out.

Xiao Gang patted Xiao Zhi on the shoulder.

"Ignore them, they don't look like proper trainers."

His gaze shifted to the dark mountain path above.

"Let's hurry, the rain is really coming..."

Ignoring the group of delinquents, the three continued climbing up the mountain path.

Thunder rumbled through the thick clouds, like the low growl of a giant beast, one rumble following another.

Large raindrops began to fall sporadically, creating dark, round spots on the soil and stones.

The three of them finally spotted a building with a striking red roof on the hillside.

The rain was about to get heavier, but there was still a long way to go.

Pikachu quickly patted Ash's cheek.

"Pickup!"

Ash!

For everyone's sake, let's use high-speed movement!

"it is good!"

After glancing at the distance, Xiao Zhi nodded vigorously, then his eyes sharpened.

He grabbed Xiaogang and Xiaoxia with both arms and pulled them to his side without saying a word.

"Eh!?"

"Um?!"

"Hurry up!"

There's no time to explain further.

Xiao Zhi gave a low shout and exerted force from his waist and legs.

One big step is a powerful sprint!

Pikachu clung tightly to Ash's clothes, its ears pressed back by the oncoming wind, but its round eyes gleamed with excitement.

This is the mouse's ultimate ride!

Accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just one step!

"boom--!"

The air itself was hissing.

The three of them almost became a blurry shadow, getting there before the downpour began.

It lunged precisely at the entrance of the Pokémon Center!

Almost immediately after we entered the door, the rain outside burst forth with a deafening roar, pouring down in torrents.

The torrential rain instantly swallowed everything, and a white mist enveloped the sky and earth, completely isolating the mountain path from the outside world.

"Phew~ Luckily I was quick enough!"

Ash breathed a sigh of relief.

He released his arms and put down the two people who were dizzy and unsteady on their feet, as if they were about to faint.

"Ugh~"

As soon as Xiaoxia's feet touched the ground, she bent over, patted her flat chest with one hand, and dry-heaved a few times.

When she looked up at Xiaozhi again, her face was pale, and she was still shaken.

To be honest, she'd rather get soaked in the rain!

Xiao Gang was also pale. He leaned against the wall and took a while to stand up straight, though his steps were still a little unsteady.

"Good job, Xiao Zhi. Don't do it again in the future."

“Your physical fitness isn’t up to par,” Ash blinked, looking at the two of them, and suggested with a trainer’s serious tone, “Why don’t you train with me and Pikachu in the mornings from now on?”

"Pikachu".

Pikachu nodded in agreement from his shoulder.

"No, no need!"

Xiaoxia immediately shook her head vigorously, as if she had heard some terrifying suggestion.

"I don't need it anymore."

Xiao Gang weakly but firmly waved his hand in refusal, afraid that if he hesitated even a second, he would be dragged away for some kind of "special training".

"Are you... alright?"

A gentle voice rang out.

Upon hearing the terrifying sound, Miss Joy, dressed in a pink nurse's uniform, quickly walked out from behind the service counter with her Chansey, her face showing professional concern and her delicate eyebrows slightly furrowed.

I saw that Xiaoxia and Xiaogang were not in good condition.

"Luck!"

With a clap of its tiny paws, Chansey immediately produced a soothing ringtone.

The two of them then began to recover at a visible speed; their cheeks regained some color, and the dizziness in their eyes subsided considerably.

Thank you.

"It's troublesome."

The two quickly thanked him.

"Luck~"

Chansey waved its little hand happily.

"Looking at you, were you attacked on the way?"

Miss Joey's question was a bit abrupt.

After adjusting his breathing, Xiao Gang remained unusually calm and answered in a flat, emotionless tone.

"No, Miss Joey, we had a smooth journey."

Ash, Misty, and Pikachu almost simultaneously turned their heads sharply to look at Brock.

She stared intently at him, who remained silent, her eyes filled with astonishment.

Ash: "?!"

Xiaoxia: "!?"

Pikachu: "?!?"

That's all?

That's it?

Something is wrong!

This reaction is very wrong!

There was no blushing, no wriggling, no heart-shaped sparks in her eyes, and not even a tremor in her voice!

"Teacher Gang... are you alright?"

Xiao Zhi even hesitated before reaching out to touch his forehead.

"Are you too tired from climbing the mountain and sick? Or did you get caught in the rain?"

"I am fine."

Xiao Gang turned his head away from his hand, his tone remaining calm and even.

Xiaoxia also came over and looked Xiaogang's downcast face up, trying to catch any familiar symptoms.