Ash, with his invincible physical body, wants to become a Pokémon Master.

Chapter 519 Ryukia: That's right, Ash, I am the Gym Leader of Sootopolis City!

"Hmm, more battle tickets! I'll use them sometime!"

After confirming the rewards given by the system, Ash happily put the battle tickets away in his storage space.

To be honest, he really doesn't have many Ice-type Pokémon. All he has are his previous Articuno and the two Snorunts he recently caught.

"Now I've finally gotten another Ice-type Pokémon Battle Ticket. I wonder what kind of new partner will appear."

Just as Ash was dreaming about the future and celebrating his victory with May, Max, and other friends around Urshifu, the men in black quietly approached him.

Then, in an instant, Ash was lifted up, dressed up, posed for photos, and signed the marriage contract with Bonnie, all in one smooth and incredibly fast motion.

Before Xiao Zhi could even react, everything was already done.

"Uh, what happened?" Xiao Zhi looked at the suit he was wearing with a blank expression.

Meanwhile, Haruka stared in disbelief as Bonnie, who had somehow donned a wedding dress, kissed Ash and took this engagement photo.

Then, as part of her family and friends group, she was also photographed by a clueless man in sunglasses and black as a memento.

"Who would want something like this!"

But as soon as Xiaoyao turned her head, she didn't expect that Bonnie had already boarded the helicopter and was flying away into the distance with her subordinates, laughing ladylike as she went.

"Oh ho ho, so the engagement process is now complete. I need to ask the champion for leave to go back to Galar. See you later, my~darling~."

As she said goodbye to Ash, she also gave May a provocative look.

This caused red hashtags to pop up above the busty girl's head, and she cried out, "Damn it!"

Bonnie left like a gust of wind, leaving Ash and his friends bewildered on the battlefield.

Only then did they realize that the arena, which had been damaged in the battle, had been restored to its original state without them even noticing.

"When did those men in black become a bit too capable?"

"As expected of Bonnie's professional team that she specially brought from her hometown, I really wish I had a group of subordinates like that." Xiao Zhi moved his haute couture suit and sighed enviously.

This suit is both haute couture and fits perfectly. Since it's a gift from my fiancée, I'll just accept it. (Greedy face!)

Xiao Sheng couldn't help but sigh as he watched the row of helicopters gradually disappear into the horizon.

"Miss Bonnie is such a decisive person."

"What the hell? She's clearly an annoying woman!" Xiaoyao angrily tore up the photo in her hand.

She vowed that she would never give him a kind look the next time they met!

Hmm—at least not for the next half hour.

There's nothing we can do; even when our kind-hearted Xiaoyao is angry, she's still so soft-hearted.

"She's so cute," Ash commented to the jealous May, only to be met with a fierce glare from her.

"Ah, it seems we've finished all the important tasks. Let's hurry on our way!"

Abruptly changing the subject, Ash and his friends resumed their journey.

After resting at the center until lunchtime, the group quickly packed their luggage and headed down the mountain.

Ash and his friends' last stretch of journey on Izabeth Island went relatively smoothly. Apart from rescuing a Ralts along the way, nothing unexpected happened.

By evening on the second day, Ash and his friends had successfully descended the snow mountain, reached the port, and boarded a boat to leave.

The Healing Wish: "Wow, this is Liuli City! This city looks so beautiful!"

Finally, Haruka, who had been sulking the whole way, was captivated by the beautiful scenery before her upon arriving in Sootopolis City and couldn't help but smile.

After a day's voyage, Ash and his friends finally arrived at the location of the last gym. May was the first to jump off the ship, followed closely by Max.

"Yes, the buildings here all have such a rustic feel." He also looked around curiously.

"The architectural style is different from other areas in Hoenn."

This large city by the sea is mostly filled with plain-colored houses, some of which have domed architecture, giving it an exotic feel at first glance.

However, Ash didn't have the same leisure time as them. Right now, all he wanted to do was challenge the Sootopolis Gym as soon as possible, and he didn't think about anything else.

Thus, once Ash obtains the Sooty City Gym Badge, he will be qualified to participate in the Sooty City Conference.

"The final step of every trip is always so exciting!"

Before his friends could catch their breath, Ash immediately pulled them all towards the entrance of the Sootopolis Gym.

Then they got lost in Liuli City.

"Oh no, what's going on?!"

Ash had been running around for a long time but still couldn't find the Sootopolis Gym. He looked up at the sky in disbelief, while May, who was a little exhausted, rested on his back.

"How did we get lost in the city, Ash?"

"I don't know, this must be Arceus's curse!"

Who would have thought that the Glass Dojo would act so unpredictably?

Other dojos are built in prominent locations in the city, out of concern that challengers won't be able to find a spot.

The Liuli Martial Arts Academy, however, seemed to be afraid of being found, so it was built in a secluded place where there was no main road leading directly there.

At that moment, Xiaosheng tugged at Xiaozhi's clothes.

"Forget it, Ash, let's go to the Pokémon Center and rest for a while. Even if we find the Sootopolis Gym today, it won't make a difference."

"Because the gym leaders there are taking a break."

While holding the Pokémon Navigator and trying to find the location of the Sootopolis Gym online, Max showed Ash and his friends the information he had just found.

Xiao Zhi's eye twitched.

"What? Who is the guild master there? How can he rest? I'm determined to get my eighth badge today. I don't want to wait even a day longer."

Does that gym leader know how much he's looking forward to this final gym battle? Ash has been looking forward to it since yesterday.

Unfortunately, due to special circumstances, the information about the Gym Leader of the Sooty City Gym is not currently public, so Ash can neither find the location nor the person.

With no other option, he could only dejectedly search for the Pokémon Center.

Just then, several fireworks suddenly rose in the distance.

"Setting off fireworks in broad daylight?"

"Wow, it looks like there's some kind of festival over there, I want to go check it out!"

"I want to go too!"

Upon seeing something new and interesting, Xiaoyao immediately felt no pain in her back or legs. She jumped off Xiaozhi's back and ran towards the place where the fireworks had been set off. Xiaosheng saw his sister running and quickly followed.

"Hey. Where are you going?"

When you arrive in a completely new city, you're naturally curious about everything unfamiliar around you.

Seeing May and Max run far away, Ash had no choice but to pick up Pikachu and follow.

Upon arriving at the location, it turned out to be an open-air stage next to the city center square, where a performance seemed to be taking place.

A large number of people had already gathered there, and the scene was extremely lively. Ash and his friends naturally joined in as well.

Since it was a free performance, Ash couldn't miss it. He immediately used his strong body to clear a path and grab a seat in the front row.

At that moment, the host's voice could be heard from the stage.

"Welcome, viewers, to Ruri City, also known as the Water City."

"New water art is born every day in our beautiful city."

"As the mayor of Ruri City, I feel extremely honored to be entrusted with the role of commentator today."

During the conversation, a middle-aged man in an orange-yellow suit stepped forward and waved to the surrounding audience.

It's clear that this mayor is quite popular with the people, as the surrounding audience responded with enthusiastic applause.

Xiao Zhi and his friends were also amazed by the sight.

"Looks like we made the right choice. This performance is quite extraordinary; they even managed to get the mayor to give the opening speech."

"Speaking of which, how come Ryuri City is also called the Water City?"

"Hey Ash, are there any other places called Water City?" In May's memory, Water City has always been Sootopolis City.

Xiao Zhi could only give her a proper explanation.

"Of course there is. There is also a city in the Johto region known as the City of Water, which is the famous Odomare."

This is a city that left a very deep impression on Ash, after all, he went to great lengths to protect Alto Mare.

At this moment, Xiao Sheng also remembered.

"Oh right, sis, that video of Ash leading a bunch of legendary Pokémon to rescue people, the location in it looks like Alto Marley!"

"Hey, that video of Sister Yuezi."

Xiaoyao finally remembered the touching video footage she had seen before; it seemed that Yuezi and the others had indeed talked about Water City back then.

Thinking of this, Xiaoyao also thought of the mother and daughter in postpartum confinement.

"I wonder how Yuezi and Xingjia are doing in Kanto now." Xiaoyao used to get along very well with Yuezi and Xingjia.

Moreover, she had met a friend through the grand competition she lost, so the memory was naturally vivid.

However, Xiaoyao was overthinking it; the mother and daughter were living a good life now.

Every time Ash returns to Dark City to punish the evil female executives, he visits them and lives a very happy life.

(Of course, it's not parental love yet.)

At this moment, the mayor's speech on stage was finally coming to an end, and it was time for the formal performance to begin.

"We would like to thank the Sootopolis Gym for their generous support in planning this event. Now, please welcome the Water Artist Adam and the Hoenn Idol Rukia to give you a performance."

Amid applause, Ash and May both keenly grasped the key words.

"Master Adam, the artist of water?"

"Rukia!"

Xiao Zhi and his friends were surprised to run into old acquaintances here, and quickly looked towards the stage.

After the mayor left, a middle-aged man with a gorgeous coat, black and white hair, and an elegant mustache appeared.

The moment he stepped onto the stage, the entire stadium erupted in the loudest cheers.

"That guy is so popular, is that Master Adam?"

Xiaoyao was taken aback by the enthusiastic reaction of the people around her.

"Oh, found it!" At this moment, Xiao Sheng also found Master Adam's information on the Navigator.

"A powerful and top-tier Coordinator renowned for his mastery of water techniques, he is also a formidable battler and the mentor of the current champion, Mr. Wallace!"

"The champion's teacher must be very amazing."

Upon hearing these words, Ash immediately became interested in Adam.

They all wanted to rush onto the stage and challenge each other to a match, but they couldn't do that while the performance was still in progress.

Moreover, an old friend is coming up next, so I can't cause them any trouble.

Then Ryukia finally appeared right behind Adam. She was still the same as always, so lively and dazzling, wearing her usual light and airy idol outfit. As soon as she entered the arena, she started spinning around.

She immediately and skillfully released a peculiar-looking Rapidash with long, pinkish-purple and light blue mane to perform a spectacular water show with Adam's Water Pokémon.

Streams of water shot into the sky from the pools surrounding the stage, creating a beautiful contrast with the bubbles in the air.

"Wow, what an amazing and spectacular performance! It's like watching a grand competition." Xiaoyao was captivated by the beautiful performance at first glance.

No wonder so many people have gathered here today; Master Adam is indeed highly skilled.

Adam, like a conductor, elegantly directs the Pokémon on stage.

A variety of novel performances took place, and each Pokémon showcased its best charm.

Even Ryukia's beautiful face was temporarily overshadowed by the Pokémon.

The most dazzling creature on site was Master Adam's Milotic, which looked like it had been well-trained.

The performance ended successfully, and the entire audience stood up and applauded, deeply moved.

Ryukia finally spotted Ash and his friends in the front row and waved happily to them. However, since she was still on stage, she couldn't show it too much and just gestured for them to come backstage.

"Ah, Haruka, Ash! What a coincidence that you two came to see the show!"

"Haruka, you already have four Magnificent Ribbon Medals! Inviting you to the Magnificent Contest was definitely the right decision!"

"Yes, we didn't expect you to be on stage!"

After the show, as soon as Haruka and Ryukia met backstage, they immediately screamed, grabbed hands, and jumped up.

It was a pleasant surprise to run into Ryuki here. Ryuki-sama, the idol who is dedicated to promoting the Grand Contest, is usually super busy.

But thinking about it carefully, it makes sense. After all, Liuli City is her hometown, so it's not surprising that she's here.

When Rukia looked over with her bright, sparkling eyes, Ash surprisingly made a high-EQ comment.

"You performed wonderfully, Ryukia, as did you and Rapidash."

"Thanks!"

Rukia blushed and smiled happily when Ash praised her.

Xiaoyao, keep an eye on it!

"The atmosphere between them is definitely off!"

However, Xiaosheng suddenly remembered something important and immediately spoke up, interrupting Xiaoyao's thoughts.

"By the way, Rukia-neechan, you've lived in Sootopolis City since you were little, so do you know how to get to the Sootopolis Gym?"

Upon hearing Xiaosheng's question, Rukia immediately closed her beautiful eyes and raised her snow-white chin.

"Hmph, so you can't find the way to the Glass Dojo, huh? Well, don't worry about that."

"Because the Gym Leader of the Soothing Glass Gym is right in front of you!"

"What? Right in front of us? Could it be—" Ash and his friends were shocked.

At that moment, Rukia immediately puffed out her small chest, "That's right, it's me!"

"ah?!"