This elf world is a bit strange

Then, the sound of thousands of horses galloping came from afar.

Next to the giant turtle were a few other Pokémon that were equally tall and strong, but more or less weird.

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"So, you are a person who traveled back from the future Carlos? Or is it because of the wishing star Jirachi? Hiss..."

Frowning and scratching his chin, Firio felt that what he heard was outrageous, but he had already believed it in his heart.

The reason is simple: there are precedents and physical evidence.

Lightweight yet exceptionally cold-resistant clothing.

Special glasses that are obviously high-tech products.

There is also Totoro, whose appearance is obviously different from modern Pokémon.

The turtleback forest, which should have been lush and green, instead appeared to be withered and yellow, which was obviously not due to good health.

Moreover, considering the other party's technical geek appearance, he probably wouldn't be able to come up with any story under such urgent conditions.

Needless to say, the longer you observe closely, the more you can feel a vague sense of rejection shrouding this middle-aged man named Shan Liu, who claims to be a researcher.

After thinking for a while, Firio stretched out his right hand: "Although the story is strange, I am willing to believe you. Let me introduce myself. I am Firio, a traveler."

"I know you don't... Huh?! You believe me?!"

Shan Liu, who had prepared a lot to say, felt as if he had punched cotton, and his chest felt stuffy and uncomfortable.

"What else? A normal person wouldn't risk his life like this just for a play, right?" Firio shrugged and pinched the sleeve of Shan Liu's thin coat, which was obviously made of a special material. "Besides, I've never heard of this thing before."

"I...thank you for believing in me."

Shan Liu's lips moved slightly, and after pondering for a long time, he just said thank you dryly.

Waving his hand indifferently, Firio looked steadily into Shan Liu's eyes and said, "Okay, tell me, why did you come here? Jirachi's wish is not something that falls from the sky, and the price must be high. Let me guess, is it life span?"

"Yes, it's life span, but it's not important anymore." Shan Liu nodded slightly, "I want to find a way to purify the air and the environment to save our world and civilization."

"Purify the air and environment?" Firio raised his eyebrows. He thought of something not so good. "This shouldn't be too difficult for your technology."

“No…” Shan Liu shook his head bitterly, his tone heavy, “Our civilization has regressed. Many of the equipment I have were created before the decisive battle and cannot be replicated. Our soil and atmosphere also suffered devastating damage in that war. Not only has the population plummeted, but the gods who once protected us have either died or left.”

"That's really... a bit troublesome."

Listening to Shan Liu's story, Firio also felt a tingling sensation on his scalp. He could imagine a war that was powerful enough to destroy civilization, defeat or even kill the legendary Pokémon. It must be extremely cruel.

"Yes, but no matter how difficult it is, I will find a way to find it. Whether it's a god, a treasure, or technology, as long as there is hope, I will not give up."

Gently stroking the Tutai Turtle and Fengmi Dragon that came forward, Shan Liu took a deep breath and spoke firmly and resolutely.

"Hey, I understand what you mean. Is there anything I can help you with?" Firio patted Shan Liu's shoulder and stood up. He understood the burden on the man's shoulders. "Maybe you can seek help from the Kalos League. The train I'm on is not far away, and there are trainers from the league there. They will be here soon."

The superpowers that spread to all around have been vaguely aware of the crowds approaching from far away, as well as the Emperor Nabo who was rushing at the front.

"I... no, I'm afraid not..." Shan Liu's eyes lit up, but then dimmed quickly, "It's hard for me to trust them, and please keep it a secret for me, okay? I'm sorry."

"Why is that...Okay, I think I understand."

After experiencing a devastating war, no one would have confidence in the ruling machine that holds enormous power and strength.

Philio didn't ask any more questions, but just took out a few clothes from his backpack and threw them in front of Shan Liu.

"Take those Pokémon back, they're too conspicuous. Also, change your clothes quickly."

As he spoke, he strode forward, met the conductor and his entourage who were hurrying over, and shouted loudly.

"I'm here! Someone is injured and can't move! Is there a doctor who can come and help?"

The wind and snow grew stronger again, falling into this seldom visited valley, gradually covering everything.

Chapter 189: Where Gracitia Flowers Bloom (7400)

Later, in Fengxu Town.

The train, which had encountered many problems, finally completed the second half smoothly.

But before Shan Liu could breathe a sigh of relief, Miss Junsha from the branch personally led the team onto the bus and politely invited the unidentified Shan Liu and Filio who rescued him to the office of Fengxu branch.

After a simple identity check and learning about Filio's background, Branch Manager McKen kindly invited them into his office.

After some pleasantries, Shan Liu's story was brought to a close, and the case was concluded as "a traveler accidentally fell and was rescued by enthusiastic citizens." This went more smoothly than Firio had imagined, and made the trembling Shan Liu a little unbelievable.

After getting permission to leave, Shan Liu, as if he had been pardoned, hurried out of the room. Filio was also about to leave quietly as if he were not seen, but was stopped by McKen.

"Please stay a moment, Firion. I have something else to tell you."

Turning back, I saw McKeon's gentle yet serious expression.

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About half an hour later, Shan Liu, who had been waiting outside the branch gate, finally saw Firio.

As soon as they met, he came forward impatiently and asked in a low voice: "Filio, what happened? I asked them several times just now, but they didn't say anything and wouldn't let me in. Did I get you into trouble?"

"No, you think too much." Filio smiled and waved his hand, saying as if nothing had happened, "Director McKen is an alumnus of our Salo College. We met by chance and wanted to chat with me. He also asked me about the school and the old principal."

"Oh, I see. I feel relieved then."

Shan Liu finally let go of his worries and felt much more relaxed. He took small and quick steps and followed behind Philio.

"You get so jumpy when encountering something that you are only suitable to be a researcher, forget about being a traveler." Filio took out his mobile phone with a relaxed look, teasing Shan Liu's mental quality while searching on the map. "Let's go. This is not a place to talk. It's noon. Let's find a quiet shop to have a cup of coffee and a bite to eat. You don't have the money we have, I'll treat you."

"This is too much trouble for you, I..."

"Goo-"

Before he could finish his polite words, his rebellious stomach stuffed the rest of his excuses back into his stomach. No one could go against vital signs at any time, not even a "man from the future" with a lot of secrets.

"...Thank you very much."

"It's okay, it's just a small matter. This is what we call helping people to the end." Filio looked at his phone intently, and nodded with satisfaction after a while. "I found it. The Stray Light Restaurant two blocks away seems to have a good reputation. They also sell Moo Moo Fresh Milk. It's a good time to try it."

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Two figures, one tall and one short, were walking on the deserted street.

Firio walked in front with a calm expression, his superpowers spreading hundreds of meters away, keenly capturing all information.

Shan Liu followed behind, somewhat reserved, looking at the surrounding buildings curiously from time to time.

Compared with the era he lived in, it is a bit simple and old-fashioned, but it is warm because of its completeness. As for the quiet and peaceful atmosphere of life, it is something that people would never dare to think about in the future.

Feeling the curious and somewhat sad gazes of the people behind him constantly scanning his surroundings, Filio remembered what McKenn said before he left.

[Time travelers are rare in our time, but they do exist.]

【These people may not all be good people. 】

[People from different times and different worlds are even like different creatures. 】

[Besides, they will leave sooner or later, so there is no need to worry. ]

"Different worlds... what a troublesome thing."

The faint murmur dissipated into the air, and only he could barely hear it.

His sharp eyes swept across both sides of the street, and in just a moment, he had recognized several disguised Alliance trainers who were following him from a distance.

This arrangement is both a protection and a surveillance of this outsider with unknown origins and motives.

Safety comes first.

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“Gulp…Gulp…Hoo…”

After drinking the whole bottle of Moo Moo milk with a happy look on his face, Shan Liu leaned back in his chair contentedly and let out a long breath.

Filio laughed at his exaggerated behavior and said jokingly, "Is it really that delicious? I think it's just so-so. Have you not eaten for a long time? Eat slowly, but you can eat your fill. I'll make sure you have enough for this meal."

"To be honest, I haven't eaten anything this good in a long time."

Shan Liu's eating manners were quite polite, at least not rude, but his speed was extremely fast. He even chewed so fast that he could talk without interrupting his speech, which was quite surprising.

"In our world, these things have long been gone. The only food we can eat is synthetic nutrition meals, which have no taste, just like... water that has condensed into a paste. And they are limited in quantity. I am a researcher, so I have a relatively large ration. Other compatriots have it even worse. Having a full meal is already a luxury, not to mention the taste."

He ate as he talked, and in the blink of an eye, most of the food in front of him was gone.

Dan Liu was like this, and the earth turtles beside him were not much worse. They ate voraciously, and they wanted to chew up the bowl containing the elf's food and eat it too.

"No wonder you only have four Pokémon partners... It seems that the world was really difficult in your time." Firion nodded slightly, thought about it, and pushed the lunch in front of him over, "Eat slowly. If it's not enough, eat mine first, and I'll order more."

"So, I have long made up my mind to risk my life to find a way to restore the environment."

As he spoke, Shan Liu bit off a piece of beef fiercely, and his thin and slightly short body seemed to be burning with a raging fire.

"So what are your ideas? Or rather, what are the research results on air and land purification in your time? I'm curious, how many years ahead of us are you? To be honest, even I can't understand your technology."

Holding the water cup in both hands and taking a sip, Firio asked the most critical and core question.

"I......"

"..."

After a long and awkward silence, Shan Liu hung his head dejectedly as if his life was pinched.

"In fact, according to my research, the land may still be repaired, but ordinary scientific and technological means are no longer able to restore the air. It is filled with all kinds of toxins. Now, whenever I leave the shelter, I have to wear the protective clothing I used before. But such protective clothing is also one less piece when it breaks. What's more terrifying is that as long as the toxins in the air cannot be removed, the pollution of the land cannot be cured. This is the truly difficult thing."

"Air, land, and probably water... If you don't rely on technology, have you ever found any effective way?"

"Before being teleported to this world, I had actually explored many places and awakened the wishing star Jirachi. Jirachi once gave me some enlightenment through wishing, but it lost too much power and fell asleep too quickly. It fell asleep before it could finish its words, so I don't know what this path is."

"What did it say?"

"Glacier Flower."

"Hydrogen Flower...? Is that the only word? Nothing else?"

"No, after it said these words, it was completely sealed in a transparent crystal. I have never heard of such a thing. Do you know what it is? Or do you have any similar records?"

“…Yes, and I know it.”

"Really?! Please tell me!"

"Calm down. What I'm about to say might not make you that happy."

Philio's expression was a little complicated. He looked at the eager Shan Liu and opened his mouth several times. He didn't have the heart to hit him, but he knew there was no other way.

"The Glacier Flower you mentioned is what we call the Gracitia Flower, but it cannot purify the polluted air and land. It... In fact, it is just a tool of the mythical Pokémon Shaymin, who has the ability to purify. Since your era was so devastated, it is very likely that there is no..."

The cruelest truth was hidden in silence, and there was more compassion in Firio's eyes.

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"Danglang"

The spoon fell on the table, rolled to the ground, and splashed a few drops of broth.

"Shame on me..."

Stiffly repeating the name that had long disappeared and only appeared in textbooks, the hope that Shan Liu had ignited not long ago gradually died out, like a candle flame in the wind, flickering.

"Well, Shan Liu, don't be too..."

Philio also felt inexplicably sad. He walked over to Shan Liu and sat down, trying to organize his words.

"No, I'm fine, thank you Filio."

Without waiting for Firio to finish his words, Shan Liu gently wiped his eyes, stood up, picked up the cup of water, and drank the mooing milk in it.

"Boom"

The empty cup was placed heavily on the table, and a determined light flashed in Shan Liu's eyes again.

"If finding Shemi is the only way to solve the problem, then I can definitely do it."

He clenched his fists. Although he was just a thin and bookish researcher, it seemed as if a huge weight was pressing on his thin shoulders.

"Please tell me where Shemi and Gracitia are. I will go there in person no matter what."