Pokémon: Ash the New Generation, Starting from Sinnoh

With a hint of curiosity, Ash arrived at the blue lake.

"This place is really different; it's still foggy even in the middle of the day!"

Arriving at the lakeside, Xiao Zhi didn't notice anything different and muttered to himself.

"Pica~"

"Okay~"

Pikachu and Aipom also strongly agreed.

Just then, the fog on the lake became even thicker, and a small figure appeared on the water.

"It's Imrido!"

Ash exclaimed in surprise, not expecting to encounter Sinnoh's three legendary mushrooms so soon; it was quite unexpected.

"Boga~"

"Hello!"

Just then, a young girl walked over carrying a Piplup and greeted her politely.

Upon hearing the sound, he quickly turned around.

She wore a white hat with the Poké Ball logo, had shoulder-length blue hair and blue eyes, and wore her signature pink miniskirt.

They were looking at Ash, Pikachu, and Aipom with great curiosity.

"Hello there!"

Upon seeing the familiar girl, he paused for a few seconds before regaining his senses and greeting her.

He was quite familiar with this playful and adorable girl, Xiaoguang.

"Memrito, is that the name of that Pokémon?" Hikari asked curiously.

She finally found Bogaman who had escaped the research institute and fled the encirclement of the Ariados, where she encountered a mysterious elf that appeared in the lake.

As it happened, he overheard Ash shouting something and curiously walked over to ask if it was the name of that mysterious Pokémon.

The other person's gaze was a bit strange; they kept staring straight at me, as if they knew me.

If the other person's gaze hadn't been so innocent, she would have mistaken this black-haired boy for a pervert.

He could naturally see the meaning in the girl's gaze and quickly explained to her.

Chapter 7: The Destined Light, Traveling Together

"Yes, that Pokémon's name is Mesprit, from the Sinnoh legend..."

As always, he was quite happy to meet his Sinnoh companion, Dawn, and patiently answered her questions.

But the girl, Xiaoguang, seemed to be very outgoing. As they chatted, he discovered that she seemed to have a lot of questions and kept asking herself a million questions.

He was more patient, and because Hikaru was his future companion, he answered all the girl's questions.

"I didn't expect you to be a trainer from Kanto. That sounds so far away!" The girl covered her pretty face with her little finger and tilted her head as she spoke to Ash.

"Fortunately, it only took half a day!"

This amount of time is nothing to him. In his previous life, he spent about the same amount of time just traveling by bus for an internship. He just got used to it.

And so, Ash and Dawn chatted back and forth as they gradually headed toward the Yamanashi Research Institute.

As they got to know each other better, they gradually became familiar with each other.

At least the girl dared to boldly hug Pikachu and Aipom on Ash's shoulder.

However, the girl's kneading made Pikachu and Aipom suffer terribly.

Even Aipom was forced to return to its Poké Ball, leaving only Pikachu and Dawn to fight.

The girl seemed to know her limits, patting Pikachu's head a few more times before releasing the Electric Mouse amidst Piplup's jealous gaze.

"Muk~"

Suddenly, a cry caught Xiao Guang's attention. Looking up, he saw a strong Mook Eagle grabbing a small monkey with orange skin.

"It's Chimchar! Looks like it's been captured!" Hikari and Piplup looked up and couldn't help but feel happy. "That's good, Professor doesn't have to worry about Chimchar anymore!"

The captured Chimchar and Dawn exchanged a glance, then scratched their heads and gave an awkward laugh.

Seeing this, even he, who had watched the anime, couldn't help but laugh.

After encountering the Chimchar, the two quickened their pace and soon arrived at the Yamanashi Research Institute.

Xiao Guang, holding Piplup, glanced around and found that the mess caused by Chimchar and other Pokémon had been restored to normal.

It seems that the researchers here packed up very quickly after leaving the research institute, making it exactly the same as when they first arrived.

"Hikari, Bogarman, it seems you're back safely too!"

Approaching the two of them was a dignified old man with white hair. His expression was quite serious, giving off an intimidating aura of authority.

This old man is the Professor Yamanashi that Professor Oak mentioned.

He is the regional professor in the Sinnoh region responsible for distributing starter Pokémon to new trainers, and his main research focuses on Pokémon evolution.

Perhaps due to his research interests, Dr. Yamanashi is also the teacher of Dr. Blatano, who studies hyper-evolution!

I heard he's a bit older than Professor Oak, and seems to be Professor Oak's senior.

Despite his strict appearance, Professor Yamanashi, like most professors, is a kind-hearted and patient elf scholar.

"Yes, Doctor, thanks to Bogarman's efforts in defeating those Ariados, I was able to return here safely!"

Upon hearing Dr. Yamanashi's question, Hikaru squatted down and patted Piplup's round head.

"Boga~"

Bogarman was very happy to be praised, and he not only put his hands on his hips but also stretched his neck out to the maximum.

Seeing this, Dr. Yamanashi nodded in satisfaction.

But what Hikaru said next shocked even Dr. Yamanashi.

"Oh, right, Doctor, I also encountered the legendary Memrider in the lake behind!"

"Really?" Professor Yamanashi's calm expression vanished. "It seems your bond with the spirit has been confirmed!"

After glancing at Hikari, who had a good relationship with Pogarman, Dr. Yamanashi also saw the problem.

Then she noticed Ash and Pikachu behind Dawn.

"Young man, who are you...?"

"Hello Professor Yamanashi, I'm Ash from Pallet Town!"

"Pika pika~"

Ash and Pikachu introduced themselves first, then bowed to Professor Yamanashi.

"Oh, it's Ash! Oak mentioned you to me yesterday. I didn't expect you to come so soon!" Professor Yamanashi clearly remembered who Ash was and nodded repeatedly.

"But could you wait a moment with the Pokédex entry? I need to choose a starter Pokémon for the new trainer first!"

"Yes, Dr. Yamanashi!"

Soon, Professor Yamanashi showed Dawn her starter Pokémon: Piplup (Water-type), Chimchar (Fire-type), and Turtwig (Grass-type).

Of the three Pokémon, only Piplup and Chimchar were the most excited, seemingly eager to leave the research institute, while the Grass-type Turtwig was quite indifferent, with a nonchalant expression.

"So, rookie trainer Dawn, what's your choice?" Professor Yamanashi asked softly.

"I decided a long time ago!" Hikaru confidently walked up to Piplup, bent down, and said, "Piplup, we'll make a great team, right?"

"Boga~"

Pogaman confidently puffed out his chest and took a step forward, as if responding to what Hikaru had said.

The rejected Chimchar stood there disappointed, while the usually easygoing Turtwig remained calm, as if nothing could affect it.

After Dawn chose Piplup, Professor Yamanashi handed Dawn the Piplup's Poké Ball, along with the five Poké Balls and Pokédex given to beginners.

After finishing all that, Professor Yamanashi took Ash's Pokédex and activated it using the machine in the lab.

And he didn't waste this time.

He kept thinking about his plans for the Sinnoh journey.

He currently has four Pokémon with him: Pikachu, Pidgeot, Scyther, and Aipom.

He has sent Charizard back to Charizard Valley to continue training, and Sceptile is temporarily staying at Oak's lab, with plans to have it come over in a while.

"Ash, what are your plans for the future?"

Just then, Xiao Guang walked over without anyone noticing.

"My goal is to challenge the Sinnoh League, of course!"

"Pikachu~ (Me too)"

Ash and Pikachu clench their fists at the same time, excited about the journey ahead.

"And my first destination is Orichalcos City, the gym closest to Sandstone Town!" Ash said, looking at the girl. "But I'll be passing through Lucky City!"