Ash's Pokémon Travel Has Big Problems

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As the dojo master (or agent) of the Kanto Alliance, he is, in a sense, a very famous and important figure.

Xiao Gang was also taken aback for a moment, then a smile of emotion appeared on his face: "Miss Lijia, it's been a long time."

"This is indeed an unexpected reunion."

Strictly speaking, Lijia is also in Xiaogang's strike zone.

Unfortunately……

Don't let Rika's appearance as a Yamato Nadeshiko fool you.

Actually, she's all show and no substance.

Well... anyway, she's easier to get along with than Sabrina, the Gym Leader of Saffron City.

The thought that Ash would most likely run into Sabrina... made Brock want to laugh.

--no.

—You have to hold back.

—Don't laugh!

But it doesn't matter anymore.

Anyway, as long as it's not too outrageous, and since Natsumi won't kill anyone... at most she'll just be treated roughly.

Brock turned to the side and introduced Rika on the screen: "These two are my travel companions, Ash from Pallet Town and Misty from Cerulean City."

Ash quickly greeted her, "Hello, Ms. Rika!"

"Hello, Ms. Lijia." Xiaoxia nodded in greeting, curiously sizing up the renowned Grass-type Gym Leader.

Although Xiaoxia is also a Gym Leader in Cerulean City, she doesn't officially handle Gym affairs.

This doesn't seem like Xiaogang has been doing this for many years.

Xiaoxia wasn't familiar with her fellow dojo owners at all.

Without proper handover from the parents, it can indeed be very troublesome.

But there is nothing we can do about it.

This is a trial too!

Xiao Gang continued to explain, "We were passing through a nearby forest when we witnessed an unusually fierce territorial conflict between the Paraster tribe and the Lampshade Night Mushroom. We followed the trail and accidentally discovered this place... It was by no means an intentional intrusion into your research area."

Xiao Gang was indeed a little embarrassed; this time, his curiosity had run too far.

However, upon closer reflection, it's true that there shouldn't be anything beyond Rainbow City's control around it.

An incredibly powerful Pokémon suddenly appears out of nowhere and leads its kind in a war against other Pokémon.

...This kind of thing will definitely attract the attention of the dojo master and get him to deal with it.

If it hasn't been addressed, then there must be a problem.

Now it appears that this place was an experimental base.

Rainbow University is a world-renowned and highly prestigious university.

It's perfectly normal for them to have some kind of experimental project together with the Rainbow Gym.

After listening, Lijia on the screen nodded slightly to show her understanding.

There was no anger on her face: "I see."

Although she recognized Satoshi, Rika decided not to say anything for the time being.

"Their ability to keenly detect ecological anomalies and investigate them in depth is admirable, demonstrating their professionalism as trainers."

Rika's gaze swept over Pikachu on Ash's shoulder and the floating Misdreavus, before finally settling back on Brock, a faint smile playing on her lips: "Since it's Mr. Brock and your friends, then it's fine."

"However, if you are interested in 'Titan' next time, please be sure to apply for a visit through the main entrance."

This is what caught Lijia's attention.

She received a plea for help from a giant mushroom called Titan.

Uh... Don't let its large size fool you, this giant mushroom is actually quite timid.

Brock released an Onix of Gym Leader level, and the giant mushroom cowered.

Different Pokémon have very different personalities.

The giant mushroom will bully the weak with its strength, but it doesn't want to fight against opponents of the same level or even stronger.

This is also an important factor in being included in the research project.

Anyway, Rainbow University and Rainbow Gym will ensure the life and safety of [Mushroom Paraster Titan].

That being the case.

Being used as a research project is much more fun than having your Pokémon fight to the death as a gym leader.

Anyway, that's what this unambitious big mushroom thinks.

=_= Giant Parasect: Not all Pokémon want to fight to the death~

"Hahaha..." Xiao Gang started laughing foolishly, "I'm so sorry."

If you feel awkward, just laugh.

A smile can not only cover up one's embarrassment.

It can also embarrass the other person.

If two people feel awkward together, then it's not just awkward.

"Hehehe~~" Lijia raised her sleeve to cover her mouth, "Mr. Xiaogang is as cute as ever."

"However, it has been quite a long time since we last saw each other."

Time flies.

"Then I'll be welcoming everyone to the Rainbow Gym."

Please don't be shy, everyone.

"That's it."

"Goodbye."

Lijia yawned, looking extremely sleepy.

"We will definitely come!" Xiao Gang said enthusiastically.

On one hand, he really didn't want to offend Rika, after all, despite her seemingly quiet and gentle nature, she was actually a cunning and ruthless person.

On the other hand, there is indeed a reason why they were caught and turned into upturned beaks.

Lijia is a few years older than Xiaogang; she's a mature young lady.

The temperament of a Yamato Nadeshiko, her beautiful appearance, her great strength, and her extensive knowledge... she is simply irresistible!

Chapter 97 Edible? Mushrooms are delicious!

The Misdreavus, "Mewmee," gracefully circled Ash once, speaking softly and gently, conveying a sense of comfort to everyone:

"Mama~"

[The big mushroom said that it's not safe in the forest at night, so we should rest here and leave tomorrow morning.]

"Mama~"

[The giant mushroom said that there are too many of these lampshade mushrooms now, and they've been driven mad by some unknown stimulus, wandering around and emitting strange light to attract travelers, then absorbing the life essence of living beings... To prevent ecological damage, their numbers need to be suppressed.]

After hearing Misdreavus's translation, Ash and his friends were speechless.

So you made a mistake before?

It turns out that these Parasites are maintaining the ecological balance around Rainbow City.

But thinking about it carefully, since this is the surrounding area of Rainbow City... this situation is quite normal.

After all, you can't expect trainers to stay in the wild and maintain the ecosystem forever, can you?

In that case, letting Pokémon maintain the ecosystem on their own is a good option.

We can't control the areas far away, but we can obviously control the area around Rainbow City.

With the cave owner's, or rather, "landlord's", permission, the three looked at each other and breathed a sigh of relief.

Xiao Gang clapped his hands: "It seems this person is friendlier than we imagined. Well then, we'll accept their offer."

Although it was located in a huge fungal cave surrounded by pulsating, eerie blue mycelium, it was indeed a strange "sanctuary" compared to the two tribes still fiercely fighting outside.

At least it's not as noisy, is it?

However, we still cannot let our guard down.

Being friendly does not mean being harmless.

They spread out their sleeping bags again in a relatively dry and flat area of the cave, some distance from the giant mushroom... where the wind was blowing in from the outside.

Then the giant onix coiled its massive body around itself.

Like an indestructible rock wall, it protected the three of them in the center.

Red eyes watched the only entrance warily in the dim light, faithfully fulfilling their duty of guarding it.

Ultimately, we still had to guard against the giant mushroom.

Even Misty released her Poké Ball.

If anything unexpected happens, her Gyarados will emerge immediately.

Pikachu and Misdreavus quieted down and snuggled up to Ash.

Pikachu is of little help at this time; it's not good at anything other than fighting.

However, Dream Demons can sense emotions, and they are skilled in many abilities. They can also sense whether mushroom spores are coming from the surrounding air... to prevent poisoning.

The Misdreavus stage is the Night Cry Pokémon, and its abilities are relatively limited.

However, once it reaches the Mismagius stage, it becomes a magical Pokémon and can even use spells with strange effects.

Even if a dream demon hasn't fully grown into a dream monster, it can still use some of its abilities.

Some Pokémon's abilities cannot be summarized by skills.

This is also something that goes beyond the norm in battles.

It is said that when a monster reaches the Mismagius stage, it can use spells that bring happiness.

In short, these are some rather abstract abilities that cannot be specifically summarized.

Everyone fell asleep one after another.

Inside the cave, only the faint light, like the breathing of fungi, and the muffled sounds of battle, mostly muffled by the rock walls, could be heard from afar.

In this underground space shrouded by giant mushrooms.

A strange, vibrant tranquility enveloped them, lulling them into a deep sleep.

How should I put it?

Sleeping inside a cave is much more comfortable than camping in the open air.

Ultimately, people prefer a smaller room to sleep in.

This seems to be the reason why some people can't sleep in large rooms.

A room that is too spacious can make you feel insecure.

Small spaces, on the other hand, can provide a sense of security and enclosure.

Probably that's it.

……

The next morning.

Ash was awakened by a soft rustling sound and a faint scent that mixed with earth and fragrance.