Pokémon, Ash's art style is off!

Forget about her being sweet and soft, even at family gatherings, no one wants to sit next to her anymore!

132. So meticulous! Extremely meticulous!

Thinking back to when I was first assigned here.

That was still a very happy experience.

After all, it's Gunsei City; everyone knows what I mean.

As a large relocation household, with few people and far from home, it's practically the perfect place to slack off.

In addition to excitement.

Even her ex-husband, Joey, who was always bundled up, said something like that during the handover—

Working here for three years will be the longest decade of your five-year life.

—I ignored those words completely.

She just found it strange at the time.

What do you mean by three, five, or ten years? Has this person lost their mind because they were transferred?

But now, she understands.

She's so stupid, really.

Previously, she only knew that Qunqing City was a quiet place with few people, a place where she could escape the hustle and bustle of big cities and stay at home watching dramas and eating sunflower seeds.

But what she didn't know was that although there were fewer people, there were still as many things to do—and they were things with a strong stench!

She let out a long sigh. All she wanted now was to get through these five years, the longest decade of her life.

"Miss Joey!"

Seeing Joey's distraught appearance, the eager-to-do and lecherous Xiao Gang couldn't sit still any longer.

He jumped up from his seat in a flash.

Xiao Gang, the thing he can't stand the most in his life is seeing beautiful women suffer!

Moreover, someone like Joey—a perfect career woman by day—is a true all-rounder.

At night, she unexpectedly revealed an unprecedented level of fragility in front of me!

Such a contrast.

It's like that seemingly aloof, literary upperclassman in a doujinshi who's actually a yandere with an exhibitionist streak.

It's just... just so irresistible!

Xiao Gang's Adam's apple bobbed slightly, his hands clenched unconsciously, and his gaze grew increasingly intense as he stared intently at the aloof senior—

Oh no, I mean I was staring intently at Joey.

"I'm determined to help you with this!"

His voice carried an unquestionable resolve, as if he were declaring some sacred mission.

Joey paused for a moment, then her unfocused gaze gradually sharpened and landed on the young man who had suddenly stood up.

"Um... I appreciate your kind gesture."

"But this is really not a problem that's easy to solve—"

She forced a tired smile, waved her hand, and spoke with a hint of helplessness.

Having tried many methods to no avail, she simply wanted to confide in someone and had no other intentions.

"Hey!"

But Xiao Gang, who was now in control of the larger group, raised a finger and interrupted her.

"That's not true. There's nothing ordinary people can do about it, but I'm no ordinary person."

He cleared his throat and struck what he considered his most handsome pose.

"First of all, as a former gym leader, I certainly have some fighting ability, right?"

"Secondly, my current breeder is Zhihui, right?"

"again."

Xiao Gang turned his gaze to Xiao Zhi beside him, a confident smile curving his lips.

"I'm the logistics captain of our three-person team—you've got some kind of cheat code, haven't you?"

Joey was a little confused.

She tilted her head slightly, her pink hair cascading over her shoulders, her eyes filled with confusion.

She could understand and comprehend what was being said in front of her.

But what does "cheating" mean in the following context?

After Xiaogang finished speaking, he simply shrugged.

"Combat prowess, intelligence, and cheat codes—all three are present. I have absolutely no idea how this matter can't be resolved!"

"Pikachu".

Pikachu, perched on Ash's shoulder, nodded.

With its two little paws folded in front of its chest and its cheeks slightly puffed out, it looked thoughtful.

Now that you mention it, it does seem to be true.

But according to Xiao Gang, it seems that the mouse has combat power, intelligence, and cheat codes, right?

Joey opened his mouth, but for a moment he didn't know how to refute it.

"You...you were telling the truth before?"

She thought Xiaogang was just bragging...

Let's leave aside the issue of cheats for now.

Given their fighting strength and their status as breeders, it might actually be possible to solve the problem.

Before Xiaogang could answer, Xiaozhi's voice came from beside him.

"That must be true!"

Xiao Zhi testified.

"Teacher Gang is a legitimate former Gym Leader of Pewter City!"

Joey was taken aback.

From Nibi City?

"Pewter Gym..."

She murmured to herself, a series of rumors flashing through her mind.

"You mean that dojo that withstood three moves from the King of Fighters?!"

Her voice suddenly rose, filled with barely suppressed surprise.

Even she had heard of the reputation of this popular dojo—unbeatable in three moves.

These are not the three moves of an ordinary trainer, but the three full-power moves of an Elite Four level trainer!

Such a person... is a big name even in the entire Kanto region!

Not to mention the whole bunch of notorious ruthless people who climbed to the top by stepping on him!

"That's right, it's that gym." Ash nodded vigorously. "The person you're talking about is Brock's father!"

Joey's expression changed instantly.

The look in their eyes as they looked at Xiaogang now held a newfound respect.

Although it wasn't him, like father, like son.

With such a formidable father, he should be able to withstand at least one of the Heavenly King's attacks, if not two.

Feeling the respectful gaze, Xiao Gang straightened his back almost imperceptibly, glancing gratefully at Xiao Zhi out of the corner of his eye.

Brothers!

It's worth it for feeding you well every day.

Xiao Zhi is really a good person to get along with!

He's truly dedicated when there's trouble!

"Then I'll leave it to you!"

Joey bowed deeply, his hands clasped in front of him.

"No problem! Miss Joey, don't worry, I've got it covered!"

Xiao Gang patted his chest and assured him.

"Pikachu! Pikachu!"

Pikachu also had a look of unwavering duty on its face.

It's not for Joey's sake, but to prove that I'm also a mouse with fighting power, intelligence, and cheat codes!

"Pikachu is right!"

Xiao Zhi didn't know what they meant by "cheats".

But this will not stop Xiao Zhi from doing good deeds.

Xiaoxia glanced at the two men and the mouse, who were full of fighting spirit, and then at the darkening night outside the window. She quietly took a step back.

"Since you two are both willing to help..."

She got up and started to walk back.

"Then I'll go wash up..."

I was just about to take a hot shower.