Why is my Pokémon acting a little weird?

Chapter 578 [Watching the Battle]

"So fast?"

Qiao Ran was shocked when he heard the speed at which the tickets were sold. The message was sent out just over an hour ago, and they were already sold out?

"After all, our gym's tickets are usually very tight, but today's speed is really quite amazing."

The gym trainer smiled and didn't say anything else. He still had to take Qiao Ran and the others to prepare for the competition.

As one of the highest-level gyms under the alliance, the Rongcheng Gym's open tournament has always had no shortage of spectators. Even if Hua Wanshuang, the gym owner, is singled out, it is still attractive enough.

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In order to prepare for the competition, after arriving at the venue next to the gym, Lillie and the others went to the lounge to prepare for the competition, while Qiao Ran and Mei sat down in the arranged audience seats.

Although the appearance of Qiao Ran and the other person once again attracted attention, fortunately there were not too many people around, so even if they didn't do anything intentionally, it wouldn't cause any big commotion.

"Are you worried about them?"

"Don't worry."

Qiao Ran shook his head.

A future champion, a future superstar, and... um... the eldest daughter of the Aether Foundation.

What does he need to worry about?

"Then the two of us can just relax here."

Mei smiled and stretched, but glanced behind her inadvertently. There were too many people here... If there were fewer people, could she sit closer to Qiao Ran?

No matter what, they are also figures with some public image, and Mei Yi also knows this, so she has no choice but to try her best to endure the thoughts in her heart, just like before with Qiao Ran.

Talking.

Wait for the game to start, then wait for the gym owner and challenger to enter the arena.

The challenger of the first game was Acerola. This was the order they had decided before, first Acerola, then Mitsuki, and finally Liliae.

As for why they made this choice, Qiao Ran did not ask the reason. Anyway, he just had to watch.

"Let us welcome our challenger!"

"From Longjiang City——Acerola!"

Acerola appeared in the venue as the host announced. However, her appearance still caused a burst of exclamations. From the outside, Acerola looked like a very small child. But how could such a child compete with the gym leader in the "venue"?

Trainers who can participate in open tournaments must at least have a certain level of skill!

However, what they didn't know was that Acerola was obviously older than she looked. Although she looked like an elementary school student, her actual age was almost the same as Lillie and the others.

"Ghost-type versus Grass-type."

Qiao Ran and Meiyi watched the game while eating snacks they got from somewhere. Although Acerola's age made people doubt her level, such doubts were dispelled when the game actually started.

In fact, this childish appearance has become a plus.

"This...this level is close to the level of a king, right? But it looks like he's still just an elementary school student???"

"..."

Recently, a lot of geniuses have emerged from nowhere, causing the audience to feel a little confused.

"I used to think the most talented one was Heavenly King Yi Ruoyun, until Qiao Ran showed up... but now this..."

Could it be that the title of the most talented young trainer is about to change hands again?

The match between Acerola and Hua Wanshuang gradually became more intense. Although Acerola was very nervous before the match, she was not afraid at all when the real battle started.

How could a person who is not afraid of ghosts be afraid of these things?

"Master, news from the Qixi Bluebird."

Suddenly, while Qiao Ran was still watching the battle, Rotom floated out from somewhere, leaned close to his ear and said something.

"Qixi Bluebird?"

Qiao Ran grabbed Rotom in his hand, pressed the play button on the screen, and put it to his ear.

Qixi Bluebird's very iconic clear voice rang out from the loudspeaker.

"Master, I've already heard that dubbing. I think we can try this one first..."

"However, if I were to say so, there is actually still room for modification. But we can ignore it now. If there is a chance in the future, I still hope to be able to make changes..."

"Anyway..."

Tanabata Bluebird's speech lasted for several minutes, during which she explained all her thoughts in detail. Normally, she wasn't a Pokémon that talkative, but when it came to music, she became very excited.

Qiao Ran could only listen bit by bit and then analyze what she wanted to say.

To put it simply, the current accompaniment can be used for now, but when there is an opportunity in the future, you still hope to make a better version?

Well... I'll ask her again when I have a chance at noon.

Since she felt that it was possible, maybe she could ask Sister Wanshuang at noon where she could record some audio and then get the matter done.

He is not the kind of up-loader who digs holes and doesn't fill them. He will definitely have all the songs he promised.

"Congratulations! Our first challenger has successfully obtained our Rongcheng badge!"

In the center of the ring, Acerola's match also came to an end. As the first challenger, she showed the trainer's momentum very well. Although her opponent Hua Wanshuang did not send out Pokémon above the King level, this was already a very high-level battle among all trainers.

The King level is already the pinnacle of trainers, and there are probably not many people who can reach the position above it in the history of the entire continent and region.

"Acerola will probably be popular on the Internet for a while."

"Why are you always thinking about whether you are popular or not?" After hearing what Qiao Ran said, Meiyi couldn't help but complain. They are trainers, trainers, okay?

"Isn't this to promote our account?"

Qiao Ran said that he was also innocent, but perhaps as Mei said, he had been busy with his account too much recently, which led to some strange things in his mind.

If this continues, he will be assimilated by Nazi and go down some strange path, right?

"...After we finish challenging the gym, we'll go to Alola and climb to the top of the mountain in one go."

"Where do we live then?"

"Then of course we'll find a hotel in Rongcheng."

The two couldn't help but look at each other. Even if they didn't say anything, they understood each other.

Chapter 579 [Longjiang People]

"Now let's welcome the next challenger!!!"

"It's also contestant Meiyue from Longjiang City!"

The first match of Acerola ended, and after a break of more than 20 minutes, it was also time for Mitsuki to

When playing.

After Mitsuki's match is over, we will probably have to take a break for the afternoon, and then we can continue Liliae's match in the afternoon.

"Many people may not know this, but our three challengers today are actually all from Longjiang City. Even Qiao Ran and Mei Yi from yesterday were from the same place."

The host's sudden words made the audience excited again.

"Longjiang City? Are they all from Longjiang City?"

"...No way? When did Longjiang City become so powerful? Although the gym is indeed strong, there weren't many famous trainers in the past, right?"

“Are they all from the same place?”

Even Qiao Ran, who was sitting in the audience watching the game, froze for a moment: "..."

Regarding the identities of Mei and Mitsuki, Qiao Ran has always arranged identities for them in Longjiang City. After all, he is from Longjiang himself. It is impossible for him to help them choose another city, right?

However, what Qiao Ran did not expect was that the host would actually bring up this matter at this time. It seemed that he really couldn't explain what was going to happen next.

"Are Longjiang's trainers so scary?"

"...My wife is about to give birth, so it seems I need to learn more about the schools in Longjiang..."

Hearing the various discussions coming from nearby, Qiao Ran even had a bead of sweat dripping from his temple. If this continues, will Longjiang really become like Pallet Town in the Pokémon world?

Wouldn’t Long Jiangxue and her father jump out of bed with joy?

"Longjiang Gym should really give me some publicity fees." Qiao Ran couldn't help but mutter.

"Isn't that great?" Mei laughed. "In this world, Longjiang is also my hometown. Although I haven't been there yet... I will definitely go there in the future, right?"

"After all, we still have to meet..."

"Ah..." Qiao Ran was stunned for a moment. Of course he knew what Mei was talking about, but... some things were still difficult to solve. Now it would be difficult for Mei and Lillie alone to handle it. If he met his family at that time, how would he explain it!

"Oh, yes."

In the end, Qiao Ran chose to nod first and then deal with any problems that really occurred.

"Hmm? What are you going to see?"

"...!"

Suddenly, a voice came from the side, startling Mei and Qiao Ran who were talking. When they looked in the direction of the voice, they found that it was Acerola who had already finished the game.

Her hair was a little messy, and it was obvious that she was a little excited during the competition. There was an excited expression on her face. It seemed that she was very happy about this victory. However, at this moment, she was looking at Qiao Ran and the others with a puzzled look. She was going to see... who on earth was she going to see?

Could it be that there are any familiar people in this city?

"No...it's okay. We were just discussing whether we should go look for Sister Wan Shuang at noon. Didn't I say before that we should find a place to record Qixi Bluebird? She's already prepared."

Qiao Ran was quick-witted and suddenly had an idea, and he changed the topic directly. The situation of Mei and the others was too complicated now, and he didn't want Acerola to get involved.

Acerola is so cute, we must not let this kind of thing interfere with her cuteness.

Correct.

That's it.

"Hmm? So it's about the Tanabata Bluebird."

After hearing Qiao Ran's explanation, Acerola did not doubt it, but sat down next to him with a smile. Since this row of seats were special seats, there were actually quite a few empty seats. Besides, even if there were really no seats left, it would probably not feel awkward to just hold Acerola on his lap.

Of course, Qiao Ran would never say such a thing.

After all, she is a girl of the same age as Lillie and the others, so she must care about this kind of thing.

"Yes, yes, it's about the Tanabata Bluebird incident."

Mei, who was standing by, heard Qiao Ran's explanation and also climbed down the pole. She personally didn't want others to know what she had just said. If Lillie and Miyue knew about it, who knows what they would think.

Although she personally doesn't have any special ideas.

"Many people online are looking forward to Qixi Bluebird's song, so I plan to find a recording location at noon, let her go to record first, and then pick her up after our competition is over."

Qiao Ran stated his next plan: "Then in the evening, let's just have her do a live broadcast."

"Eh? Let her go alone? Wouldn't that be a bit..."

When they heard Qiao Ran's arrangement, the two girls blinked in surprise.

Is it dangerous to leave Tanabata Bluebird alone outside?

"No, she's a Pokémon. Even if she's in danger, it's someone else who's in danger, right?"

Looking at their expressions, Qiao Ran couldn't help but complain. If there was really any danger, the Qixi Bluebird would breathe out its dragon breath, and probably nothing would be left.

"Don't worry, I'll let Suicune and Latias accompany her."

If there is anyone among his Pokémon who can make people trust him the most, it must be Suicune and Latias.

She defines herself as a maid, but she does a good job of maintaining order.

The most important thing is that they are indeed reliable.

Although Diancie is also very reliable, her image after humanization is really not suitable for staying alone in the real world. If she is asked to accompany Tanabata Bluebird, she might be mistaken for Tanabata Bluebird's sister or something like that.

By then, it will probably be unclear who is taking care of whom.

Therefore, the mature big sister Suicune and the young and beautiful Latias are more suitable.

"If Suicune and Latias were to go too... well... I'd feel a lot more at ease."

"Indeed... It's strange, why do you suddenly feel relieved?"

After listening to Qiao Ran's arrangements, Mei and Acerola nodded.