Why is my Pokémon acting a little weird?

Chapter 687 [Strange Team]

"Regarding this matter……"

Miyue was also stunned when she heard Lizzie's very direct question. They hadn't even introduced themselves yet, so why did they start asking questions?

"Let's not talk about this for now. Let me introduce their identities to you."

If Lizi knew Zhulan's identity and the strength of Qiao Ran and the others, she probably wouldn't ask this kind of question, right?

"Ah, yes, yes, Lizzy, I forgot about this, hahaha."

The older sister-like trainer supported her waist with one hand and laughed heartily. Although they had only just met, Qiao Ran had already noticed that she liked to mention her name when she spoke. He didn't know if it was a local custom or just her own little habit.

"Let me introduce you. I told Mao about this before. Could she not have told you?"

Miyue couldn't help but ask.

"Mao said a very powerful trainer is coming with you, Mitsuki Acerola," Lizzie replied.

"Yeah." Shui Lian beside her also nodded, "That's exactly what Mao said."

"OK then."

Miyue couldn't help but sigh: "There's still time anyway, I'll introduce you guys."

Acerola on the side also raised his hand, indicating that he could help.

So, with the help of the two, he introduced everyone's identities one by one. However, this time the introduction was definitely much more detailed than the self-introduction with Mao.

During this time, Mitsuki and Acerola also mentioned some of their past experiences.

"you……"

After listening to it bit by bit, Shui Lian, who was sitting next to Acerola, had stars in her eyes.

"Isn't this amazing? You actually traveled with a champion??"

Moreover, according to them, the other two boys and girls traveling with them were actually two trainers who were a little stronger than them, and the girl with golden hair was the daughter of Chairman Lusamine - the eldest daughter of the Aether Foundation.

How did this team come together?

Not only Shuilian, but even the knowledgeable Lizi was stunned. Although she was a little knowledgeable, she had not seen so much, right?

"Champions from other regions?"

After coming out of her shock, Lizi's eyes did not show the same envy as Shuilian's. Instead, she seemed eager to try it out, and a smile appeared on her face.

"Liz, at most I've seen the kings of other regions. As for the champion, I don't know how deep this position is."

"So what do you think of those Heavenly Kings?" Zhulan looked into the other person's eyes and asked.

"A little worse than me. But... he's still very strong."

Lizzie gave her evaluation, but her eyes never left Zhulan's face. Even when facing Zhulan's momentum, she was not at all inferior.

"Oh."

Zhulan didn't say much, just smiled and nodded.

"When I was the champion of the Sinnoh region, I would face challenges from top-level masters several times a year."

When talking about what she had done before, Zhulan always glossed over it, but Qiao Ran had specifically asked her about this before, and her comment on it was just that "it's still a little short of the mark."

Among all the challengers, there were sometimes some who were on the verge of championship level, or even reached championship level. Only those challengers could bring her some stimulation. However, even such strong ones might not necessarily be willing to stay in the alliance and hold a position, let alone be inferior to others after losing a match and become a so-called "Four Heavenly Kings".

"Alright, alright. If you want to fight, you can come back later when you have time."

Qiao Ran knew that Zhu Lan might not be very interested in these topics, so he

Changed the subject slightly.

When they were introducing themselves, Mao had almost finished his work and was pulled back by Mitsuki. They came here because they had something important to say, but this guy actually went to the kitchen to cook.

"Let's get down to business now. We came here for a purpose."

"Ok?"

Qiao Ran's sudden remarks made Li Zi, who was standing beside him, also focus her attention on the boy.

Although she had sensed some clues before, it was not until this moment that she finally confirmed one thing.

This boy seems to be a very special person in the team.

When he spoke, everyone looked over and quieted down a little.

"We arrived here from Ula'ula Island. I believe everyone already knows this."

"Also, Ula'ula Island has basically returned to normal now. The number of Ultra Beasts on the island has decreased to an acceptable level. Even if there are still some remaining, they will be beaten back by swarms of Pokémon."

"And it's not just us trainers who have brought about these changes, but also the help of the island god."

Qiao Ran summarized what happened on Ula'ula Island, but his sudden mention of the island god still surprised Shui Lianmao and the others.

"Wait...wait, the Island God...as for the Island God, I remember he disappeared after the disaster, right?"

Mao covered his mouth and asked in surprise.

"Yeah, I haven't seen it either." Shui Lian also agreed, looking at Qiao Ran curiously.

Although they didn't understand why it was this boy who was speaking now, but the champion or chairman over there, they still listened.

Lizzie on the side also raised her eyebrows, indicating that she was also confused.

"The island god still exists, but he may need a little help now."

Qiao Ran briefly told them what happened in the Harvest Ruins before. Except for some parts that could not be explained clearly, there were basically no major problems.

"...In other words, the god of Ula'ula Island is simply in some 'special' state. If we follow this line of thought, the god of this island might also be in a similar state."

After finishing his argument, Qiao Ran raised his head and stated his ultimate goal.

"So, could you please take us to the altar on this island tomorrow? ...If you are the administrators, you must know the location of the altar, right?"

Chapter 688 [Unbeatable Legend]

Every altar in the Alola region is located in a very special location. Although Qiao Ran and others can fly into the air to identify them, that will inevitably attract many Ultra Beasts. Now they can still deal with the Ultra Beasts that are chasing them when they land, but if they go to the altar, it probably won't be as smooth as it is now.

After all, the moment they see the altar, new problems will probably arise.

——Judging from the situation on Ula Ula Island, the altar here is probably also wrapped in that strange substance. Qiao Ran and others need a relatively "peaceful" environment to deal with things on the altar.

With this in mind, there is no doubt that it would save a lot of trouble if a local could take them there.

"If you have the ability, I might take you there..."

After hearing this, Lizzie, the queen of the island, stroked her chin and thought for a while.

"Mao will be the guard tonight, and I, Lizzie, will be on duty tomorrow... How about this? Let Shuilian go with you."

"Our altar on Akala Island isn't hard to find, and Suiren knows its exact location. Mao and I probably won't follow you. The defenses here could fail at any time. If I leave, there won't be anyone to reinforce the stone walls. If the Ultra Beasts breach the walls, it would be a serious dereliction of duty, Lizzie."

Although Lizzie really wanted to go with them, she really couldn't leave here easily. All the defense circles here were basically built with her ability, and those Pokémon standing guard on the walls were basically Pokémon she had met in the wild before.

If something unexpected happened while she was away, she would definitely not be able to bear it. Instead of taking such a risk, it would be better to give the task to Shui Lian or Mao from the beginning. Mao has to be on duty today, and he might not be in good spirits tomorrow, so it would be better to let Shui Lian go with him.

"Hey, should I go with you?"

Although a little surprised, Shui Lian nodded when her name was called.

"Well, leave it to me then. I will work hard to catch a big fish that matches the size."

"Aren't we going fishing, Shuilian?" Mao on the side couldn't help but complain.

"It's all pretty much the same. It just so happens that I've been surrounded by Ultra Beasts lately... I can't fish, so I might as well go out and stretch my body."

Shuilian grumbled a few words, and seemed quite dissatisfied with the current situation. As a fisherman's child, she has been very interested in fishing, swimming and other activities since she was a child.

She became the captain of the water system in Alola, but now because of these Ultra Beasts, not only can she not fish, even swimming may be dangerous. It's all these guys' fault.

"Then let's arrange it this way. Shuilian, you also want to come along. If there are any problems, please come back and let me know. Also, don't you really want to take a break? Are you going to the altar tomorrow?"

Lizi looked at Qiao Ran and asked.

Although as an Alola, she really wanted to see her island return to normal and hoped to see the island god return, but she also knew that Qiao Ran and others must have put in a lot of effort to get here, but after only resting for one night, they planned to continue fighting?

Isn’t this too...desperate?

"...Not all of us will be going together. Some people will stay here to do other things. Anyone else who wants to go can come along."

Considering that the same situation as last time might happen at the altar, that is, someone might be dragged into that strange space and then a one-on-one fight would take place, Qiao Ran did not plan to let everyone rush to the altar this time. For example, Lusamine had her own things to deal with, and Mitsuki could stay here to chat with Mao or something.

Although... Qiao Ran felt that Meiyue would not stay here obediently, unless she returned to her home and saw her mother, otherwise, no one could restrain her.

"If you have made up your mind, then follow your plan. Lizzie, I will fully support you."

As Lizi spoke, she put her arm around Qiao Ran and hooked her arm around his shoulders.

"...?"

The sudden movement made Qiao Ran stunned for a moment, until his face seemed to touch something, he slowly came to his senses.

This……

Not only him, but everyone else at the table suddenly fell silent.

"Ah, hahahaha, Lizzy, I think I got a little too excited."

Realizing that something was not right, Lizzie let go of Qiao Ran's hand. She was indeed a little too excited. Such a group of people suddenly appeared and brought the "hope" of making the island better. She had no way of suppressing her emotions.

"Sister Lizi, although your blind date failed again recently, you can't..." Mao sighed speechlessly, but before she could finish her words, a big hand had already hooked her shoulder, just like what happened to Qiao Ran just now.

"Well!"

"You guys chat first, you guys chat first, Lizzie, Mao and I are going out to talk about something, hahahaha."

Lizzie's face, which was already a little dark, smiled and waved to the people present, then pulled Mao out of the restaurant door. It was obvious that there was something secret that needed to be dealt with.

"..."

Looking at the scene happening in front of them, the others did not say a word. Only after the two figures disappeared did Shui Lian speak in a low voice.

"Actually... everyone in Alola should know about Sister Lizzie's blind date, right?"

As the saying goes, good news doesn't travel far, but bad news travels far and wide. If an island queen is said to be very powerful, this is something everyone recognizes and it won't become a hot topic. But if an island queen fails in 100 blind dates, this will definitely become a household legend.

"Shh...Shuilian, stop talking. You'll be caught soon too."

Acerola on the side quickly covered Shuilian's mouth. Although everyone knew about this, it was still not good to say it in front of her, right?

Although Acerola herself was also very puzzled as to why Lizzie could never find a boyfriend, considering Lizzie's conditions, it couldn't be that bad, right?

Could it be that there is some secret that she doesn't know?

Chapter 689 [That's How It Should Be]

But in the final analysis, only Liz knew what happened to her. But if she was really so desperate as to attack Qiao Ran, who was more than ten years younger than her, even if other people were unmoved, Meiyue, who knew her before, would definitely jump out to enforce justice.

After finishing the serious business, it was basically time for casual chatting. Mitsuki, Acerola, Mao Shuilian and the others who met again were obviously talking a lot, and Qiao Ran just sat beside them and listened. As for Lillie, she seemed to be sitting next to Lusamine, whispering something. It seems that the previous move of arranging them together and sitting on the Tanabata Bluebird did have some effect.

"Get some rest today too. If anything unexpected happens tomorrow, it will most likely happen to you."

Zhu Lan came and sat down next to Qiao Ran. She didn't know anyone here, so she only answered a few questions when someone pulled her aside to ask them. The rest of the time, she mostly just watched from the side. Instead of that, she sat next to Qiao Ran.

"Yeah, I know that too."

Qiao Ran nodded. He understood this very well. The last time he went to the Harvest Ruins, he was the only one involved. Moreover, in that world, many of his abilities were blocked.

Although Qiao Ran did not say much about this matter, he knew one thing very well - those things were very likely

Targeting oneself.

No, maybe not just towards myself? But towards something I own?

"..."

Qiao Ran looked at the Alola specialty pineapple rice in front of him and pondered for a while.

In fact, at the beginning of the journey, Qiao Ran did not have any extremely special ideas of his own. Maybe he would be the chosen one, but in this world, there would always be people stronger than him. Moreover, as a trainer, he always understood one thing, Pokémon was the source of his strength.

If we have to say something special, it should be Pokémon.

...Could it be that this result was caused by some Pokémon or a certain Pokémon he possessed?

"...Indeed...the places where those things happened were where Legendary Pokémon lived, and among all of us, I was the only one who had a Legendary Pokémon at that time."

Qiao Ran muttered to himself, and the situation at the time was basically consistent with what he had imagined. Even Lillie, who possessed Nebula, had left it in the frontier due to its condition and did not carry it with her. As for the others, it was even more impossible for them to possess the legendary Pokémon.

"Qiao Ran?"