I've seen many people raising wives, but this is the first time I've seen someone raising

“But there is one requirement – ​​they must be sold in pairs.”

Liu Bo introduced it to Gardevoir, with a look of pain in his eyes as he spoke.

He did not lie to Gardevoir. Although he had tampered with the two bracelets, they were indeed made from Regiace's body parts and were one of the treasures he had accidentally obtained in his early years.

A large part of the reason why he can achieve what he has today in the ice department is due to these two bracelets.

Now, in order to get rid of the investigator named Xia Mu, he can be said to have spent a huge amount of money.

Gardevoir didn't listen much to Liu Bo's introduction.

Because she was already sure that this was what attracted her.

"I want it, how much?"

Immediately, Gardevoir took out the bank card that Xia Mu gave her, slapped it on the table, and asked proudly.

Seeing this, Liu Bo's smile became even more amiable. The process went more smoothly than he had imagined.

After paying the bill, Gardevoir did not leave immediately, but pushed the bracelet back to Liu Bo.

"Uncle, could you please change the pattern above?" she asked.

Liu Bo was a little confused, but still nodded.

It's just a matter of changing the pattern, which doesn't take much time for him.

After a moment, Gardevoir left contentedly with the two bracelets, her steps becoming lighter and lighter.

Liu Bo was left alone, sitting on the chair with a dark complexion. As the air pressure around him became lower and lower, when it reached a critical point...

"Bam—"

The ice sculptures in the store exploded at the same time.

Just now, he personally changed his precious bracelet into a couple's style with someone else's name printed on it.

"He doesn't even spare his own Pokémon. He deserves to die." Liu Bo cursed loudly.

On the other side, Gardevoir has returned to Xia Mu.

"Where have you been?"

Seeing Gardevoir coming back excitedly, Xia Mu was a little confused.

Hearing this, the pride on Gardevoir's face became more obvious, and then she took out the two hands that were tucked behind her back as if she were presenting a treasure.

Two bracelets emitting cold air lay quietly on the white and tender palms.

“I’m going to buy this!”

Gardevoir believed that with Xia Mu's vision, he could see the uniqueness of the bracelet.

Sure enough, Xia Mu, who originally thought that Gardevoir had bought another useless piece of junk, couldn't help but reveal a surprised expression after carefully examining the bracelet.

"Is this... Phoenix King?" Xia Mu identified the owner of the aura at a glance.

After all, unlike Gardevoir, he has been in contact with Ho-Oh's feathers every day recently.

"A gift for you~"

After getting Xia Mu's certification, Gardevoir put the bracelet with the word "Nai" printed on it on Xia Mu's wrist without hesitation.

After her modification, the patterns on the two bracelets have become "Nai" and "Mu" respectively.

At the same time, there is a small heart printed on the edge of the bracelet, so anyone can tell that this is a couple's bracelet.

Xia Mu was also a little surprised about this special gift. After all, it is rare to have things related to the Phoenix King.

After seeing Gardevoir's expectant expression, he smiled slightly and said softly, "The gift is very beautiful. I like it very much."

As he spoke, he gently wiped the word "Nai" on it.

[That night, you and Gardevoir watched the fireworks together on the top of the mountain before returning to the hotel. ]

[Perhaps because the day of capturing Celebi was approaching, you didn't have the usual sense of urgency, and you slept particularly comfortably that night.]

[Early the next morning, all of you, including Xiaolan and Xiaoyin, took a bus to Hinoki Town.]

[Because you have been here alone before, you don't feel that it is new, but other people like this harmonious and natural town very much. ]

[You can't help but think that if possible, it would be nice to live here with Gardevoir for the rest of your life, provided that you can cure each other first. ]

Chapter 22 Liu Bo's Trap

[Unexpectedly, in the afternoon, Nazi suddenly called you. ]

"Xia Mu, when will you come back?" Nazi's tone was a little gnashing.

Before Xia Mu left, she said she was going on a business trip, but now two months have passed. Even if she was slow-witted, she knew there must be something fishy about this excuse.

If Xia Mu hadn't been able to answer the phone, Nancy would have even suspected that the other party had been locked up in a small dark room by that Gardevoir.

Xia Mu felt a headache when he heard this. He had been too busy recently and had forgotten to contact Nazi.

After calculating the time, he said slowly: "If nothing unexpected happens, I will probably be back next week."

After hearing the promise, Nazi's expression softened, but she still said viciously:

"If you're late, you don't have to come back!"

[The little episode of talking to Nazi made you feel more relaxed, and you quietly waited for the night to come. ]

[Time passed by minute by minute, and it was less than three hours until midnight. ]

"Gardevoir, it's time to sleep." Xia Mu gently hugged Gardevoir and then forcefully pushed it down on the bed.

"Hmm?" Hearing this, Gardevoir showed a strange expression, "But it's still early."

"Go to bed early today, and I'll take you to the mountains to play tomorrow."

Xia Mu said soothingly in a soft voice, with a dark look in his eyes.

By tomorrow, everything will be over. After capturing Celebi, he can heal Gardevoir's body, and then he won't have to worry about Team Rocket and the Masked Legion anymore.

"Okay." Gardevoir nodded obediently, and then buried her face in Xia Mu's neck.

She really likes this kind of intimate behavior that allows her to feel Xia Mu's breath, which gives her a special sense of security.

With Xia Mu's comfort, Gardevoir soon fell into a deep sleep.

Gently prying open Gardevoir's hands that were wrapped around his waist, Xia Mu tiptoed out of the bed.

After everything was dressed neatly, he waved his hand and released Gengar.

"scare……"

Gengar, who had just been released, had no time to get excited before Xia Mu covered his mouth.

"Be quiet."

Xia Mu warned that if Gardevoir was woken up at this time, it would be difficult to explain.

Seeing this, Geng Gui nodded and showed a reliable expression.

Before leaving, Xia Mu walked to the bed and gently lifted up Gardevoir's smooth bangs in the moonlight.

Then he kissed the other person's forehead like a dragonfly touching the water.

"Goodnight, Gardevoir."

[An hour before midnight, you and Geng Gui went out and headed towards the nearby oak forest.]

[According to records, there is a shrine of Celebi in that forest. Every full moon night, the opponent will run out from it. This period of time is the best time to capture Celebi.]

[So far, everything has gone smoothly. The only thing that makes you feel sorry is that Ibrahimovic was unable to come back at the last minute.]

After a while of rushing, Xia Mu successfully reached the edge of the oak forest.

The woods at night looked extremely desolate under the moonlight, and a hint of chill spread from the woods.

However, Xia Mu has a small component on his body that emits cold air all the time.

"This bracelet given by Gardevoir seems to be only suitable for wearing in summer." Feeling the coldness on his wrist, Xia Mu said helplessly.

Then he fixed his eyes on the oak forest in front of him. The last time he came here, he had scouted the location of the shrine inside.

Now all you have to do is go straight over there.

However, in order to avoid accidents, Xia Mu specially chose a relatively hidden path to move forward.

In this way, even if there is an ambush ahead, he will most likely be able to bypass it.

"Let's go, Gengar."

[You continue to move towards the shrine.]

Meanwhile, deeper in the oak forest.

Liu Bo, transformed into a masked man, stood quietly in the open space. His tall body looked like a ghost hidden in the woods.

Beside him were the messenger bird and the little boar, whose injuries had recovered.

But this time, he released Lugia in advance.

"Ok?"

Suddenly, Liu Bo made a puzzled sound.

"He's the only one here this time? Where's his Gardevoir?"

The bracelet that he had tampered with appeared within his perception range, and Liu Bo became alert instantly.

However, what he didn't expect was that this time it seemed that only the human named Xia Mu came, and the Gardevoir did not appear.

For a moment, many speculations flashed through Liu Bo's mind.

Finally, he waved his hand and said to Lugia:

"You guard the outskirts of the forest. No matter who comes, stop him outside. Don't let anyone in."

Upon hearing the order, Lugia took off into the air and flew towards the outside.

Liu Bo turned his gaze towards the direction where he was sensing Xia Mu, and his eyes beneath the mask emitted a hint of coldness.

At the same time, Xia Mu had already entered the heart of the forest.

The tall and dense oak forest blocked the sky completely, and only a few strands of moonlight could barely shine in through the branches.

The good news is that dark venues are a natural bonus for Ghost Pokémon.

Gengar, for example, was now full of energy, circling around Xia Mu, looking around, looking extremely excited.

But at the same time, Xia Mu also got some bad news.

"Geng Gui, be alert around you, we may have been discovered." Xia Mu's face didn't look good.

The reason why he was able to sense the abnormality was that not long ago, his superpower to explore the surroundings was suddenly and forcibly cut off.

Under normal circumstances, very few wild Pokémon would do this, so it is most likely man-made.

At this time, the only person who could come to the oak forest...is probably the masked man who has the same purpose as him.

As soon as this thought arose, clear sounds rang out from a distance.

"Click - click -"

I saw that the originally lush trees suddenly began to freeze at a speed visible to the naked eye, and were covered with thick frost in an instant.

With Xia Mu as the center, a layer of ice barrier rose from the open space in all directions.

In a blink of an eye, an enclosed space the size of a basketball court was formed.

Xia Mu narrowed his eyes and watched the changes in the surrounding environment quietly without acting rashly.

After the surroundings returned to silence again, a tall figure emitting a chill slowly walked out of the shadows and stood opposite Xia Mu.

"Hello again, Inspector, you're in the way."

A disguised, rough voice came out from under the mask of the masked man, revealing a hint of excitement.