Pokémon: A Roundup of Ash's Eight Masters' Peak Battles!

Xiaochun quickly patted her slightly burning cheeks.

What are you thinking!

If I turned into a Pokémon, I wouldn't be able to marry Ash!

The topic of marriage came up.

Steam was faintly visible rising from Xiaochun's head.

Steam... Steam Girl!

Fortunately, neither Ash nor Mewtwo noticed Chloe's unusual behavior.

This is what prevented Xiaochun from feeling too embarrassed.

However, Xiaochun had clearly forgotten one thing.

There's a Pikachu on her shoulder!

Seeing Xiaochun's behavior.

Pikachu spread its hands and shook its head helplessly.

There's no way around it; his trainer is just too charismatic.

The journey to Neverland has come to an end.

It's a bit of a shame that Ash still couldn't give Mewtwo a home.

Ash and Haru left Mystica amidst Mewtwo's reluctant gaze.

The two successfully accomplished their purpose in coming to the island.

Eternatus is now able to communicate with Mew through the psychic abilities that Mew left behind.

For Ash, this was a perfect journey.

But this made things difficult for Xiaochun.

All the way back to Sakuragi Research Institute in Konoha City.

Xiaochun had huge dark circles under her eyes.

Am I being too reserved? Should I take the initiative?

These two questions have been troubling Xiaochun.

I have a feeling that if Ash doesn't take the initiative, he'll be lured away by some random person or Pokémon!

Not allowed!

Absolutely not allowed!

"Xiaochun, why is your face so red?"

In the backyard, Professor Sakuragi's voice suddenly rang out behind Koharu.

This startled Xiaochun, who was engrossed in her own world.

"Dad! I'm okay!"

Xiaochun, who was suddenly awakened, had a wandering gaze, as if her thoughts had been read.

"Do you have a cold? Remember to wear more clothes when it gets cold."

Seeing that his daughter's reaction was rather strong, Dr. Sakuragi still asked with concern.

It's getting colder recently, so I can't let my little girl catch a cold.

Dr. Sakuragi was still concerned about Koharu's health, unaware that his daughter's heart had already been stolen.

After finally managing to get away with Professor Sakuragi, Koharu breathed a sigh of relief.

That was close! We almost got caught!

However, after being startled by Dr. Sakuragi...

Xiaochun has also confirmed her feelings!

We can't let Xiao Zhi be ruined by those flashy, cheap women!

Must

"Xiaochun, what's wrong with you? I've seen you here for ages!"

Just then, another voice rang in Xiaochun's ears!

Familiar voice!

It's Ash!

Xiaochun quickly turned around, but bumped right into Xiaozhi!

Ash's body was as hard as steel. When Haru collided with Ash, she was about to fall backward to the ground.

Luckily, Ash was quick-witted and agile.

He grabbed Xiaochun around the waist.

"Are you OK."

[Lusamine: So cool! Ash is like a knight, always appearing in the right place.]

[Professor Oak: Sakuragi, you're a bit oblivious. Didn't you realize Haru's fallen in love? You even asked her if she had a cold. You're not a very good father.]

[Professor Sakuragi: Is it that I don't want to? I just can't! If I were to directly ask Haru if she's blushing because she likes Satoshi, I guarantee she wouldn't speak to me for a year.]

[Karuno: Luckily, I don't have that problem. If I like someone, I'll just go for it! No regrets!]

[Xiaochun: Don't talk nonsense! I don't like Xiaozhi at all!]

[Cattleya: Oh~ 'I don't like Ash at all,' do you really believe that?]

[Qianli: I definitely think my Xiaoyao should also try for him; Xiaozhi is a great son-in-law candidate.]

[Ayako: So, my Hikari has a chance too! Ash is really great, you two should cherish him if you meet him in the future!]

[Xiao Guang, Xiao Yao: Mom (Dad)!]

Ash: Um, I still prefer Pokémon! I'll stay with Pikachu forever!

[Sonia: Forget it, the issue you're discussing is something that Xiaozhi, as the person involved, simply cannot understand!]

Inside the bedroom, Xiaochun's two fingers were intertwined.

Why, why does she feel her heart racing?

They clearly don't know Ash yet.

But now, Xiaochun feels a deep sense of empathy for everything that happened to her five years later.

Especially the face looking up at Ash in the light screen right now.

Ash...so cool!

My face is so hot!

I feel like I can't breathe!

...

In the picture—

"I...I'm fine."

Xiaochun helped Xiaozhi stand up by supporting herself on his arm.

She frantically tried to shake off the dust, even though she hadn't actually touched the ground.

Speak up!

Xiaochun, tell me quickly!

Didn't I just think about what I'd say when I saw Ash?

Why are you mute now?

"Xiaochun, I heard there's an Eevee that keeps imitating other Eevees. It's quite interesting. Do you want to go see it together?"

However, it was Ash who spoke first.

Ash didn't know what was wrong with Chloe, but the unease on Chloe's face was genuine.

To ease the awkward atmosphere.

Xiao Zhi then spoke.

To avoid embarrassing Koharu, Ash even went to Koharu's boy.

After walking a few steps, Ash finally asked Pikachu on his shoulder in the softest voice.

"Do you know what's wrong with Xiaochun? Ever since she came back from Neverland the day before yesterday, she's been completely distracted."

"Pica~"

Pikachu glanced at Ash from the side.

Oh, you really don't know how charming you are.