My Pokémon Story of Seasons

My Pokémon Story of Seasons Chapter 343

By the time Tong Hua and Tuo Tuo Yin returned to Fairy Tale Ranch, it was already noon.

On the way back, Tong Hua bought some seasonings at the market and went straight into the kitchen as soon as she got home.

Today, another batch of summer crops was harvested from the ranch's fields, and Tong Hua planned to cook some refreshing and cooling dishes.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the field, a forest tortoise was leisurely lying in the irrigation ditch beside the field ridge.

"Game." "Ama~" "Fufu~"

Under the shade of the trees, half of the huge tortoise shell was submerged in the cool canal water, with only its broad back and steady head visible.

The forest tortoise closed its eyes and breathed evenly, as if it had become one with the land beneath it, the crops beside it, and the babbling stream.

Sweet Cold Beauty and Orion lay comfortably on his back, just like when they were still Sweet Bamboo and Mini Fu.

The forest tortoise's shell gleamed healthily in the sunlight, and the small tree on its back was now lush and leafy, even bearing a few small, unripe fruits.

He squinted slightly, looking languid and content, but the gentle yet surging grass-type energy emanating from his body spread out like invisible ripples, nourishing the entire field.

In addition, the domineering aura of the sweet and cool beauty queen also nourishes the crops invisibly.

The mere sight of these two Pokémon sitting here is more effective than most fertilizers combined.

The afternoon sun shone through the branches and leaves of the small tree on the back of the tortoise in the forest, illuminating Queen Sweet Cold and Orion.

Several Pokémon leisurely enjoyed the coolness and tranquility, occasionally exchanging glances or letting out a satisfied hum.

The forest tortoise's thoughts seemed to sink into the land he had poured his heart and soul into, and which had given back to him, with each slow breath—

He remembered what he looked like when he was a small grass turtle, with a soft shell, following Tong Hua's feet, curiously looking at this barren pasture.

Tong Hua led him, along with Tuotuo, Foam Squirrel, and Sweet Bamboo, to cultivate the land shovel by shovel and plant seeds one by one.

In just six months, the ranch has transformed from a desolate place into a vibrant paradise.

When the wind blows, the crops sway and rustle.

"Game—"

The forest turtle's mouth quietly dipped below the water's surface, curving upwards.

Just then, an enticing aroma wafted from the direction of the kitchen.

"Huh?" "Fou!"

Sweet Cold and Orion immediately got up, nimbly slid off the turtle's back in the woods, and jogged towards the kitchen.

The forest tortoise slowly rose from the ditch, creating a refreshing splash.

A few minutes later, a number of Pokémon had gathered outside the kitchen window of the main house.

"La beep~" "Whoosh~ Nasu!"

Silabhi sat on the refrigerator in the kitchen with Xiao Guoran, looking expectantly at the food in Tong Hua's hands.

Speaking of which, ever since that birthday party, Pink took Riolu and the Forest Lizard back to that world and has rarely returned.

Their world seems quite busy too; they explore the maze every day and can only come back here occasionally for a few days.

It's said that recently an organization called the Dungeon Construction Group has emerged over there, aiming to monopolize ownership of all the Mysterious Dungeons.

This matter has caused quite a stir over there recently.

But now is not the time to talk about these things, the dish will be ready soon!

"Terrifying!" "Meow!"

Chinchilla and pickpocket cat clung to the window frame on either side, their tail tips swaying gently in sync.

The long body of the worm coiled under the kitchen window, trying to peek its head through the crack.

"Oh my!" "Fou!"

Sweet and cold, Queen and Orly went straight into the kitchen and stood by Tong Hua's side, ready to eat.

"Don't rush, don't rush—"

Tong Hua had just poured the last "honey jelly" out of the mold and cut it into neat squares when she heard a noise behind her.

He smiled and shook his head, picked up the large tray, and turned around to look—

Nearly ten pairs of bright, sparkling eyes were staring at him and the tray in his hand.

Tong Hua was amused by the commotion and deliberately raised the tray a little higher: "Want some?"

"Terror!" "Meow!" "Wolm!" "Om!" "Fou!" "La-bi!" "Whoosh~ Nasu!"

The cries of various Pokémon instantly filled the air, brimming with eagerness and anticipation.

"Okay, okay, everyone gets a share."

Tong Hua stopped teasing them, picked up the tray, and walked out of the kitchen. "Let's eat under the shade of a tree."

Not long after, Tong Hua brought a clean blanket and spread it out under the shade of the trees in the orchard. He sat down to one side, with all the Pokémon gathered around him.

"Try it, everyone! This is called honey-glazed chilled rice dumpling, it's delicious!"

"Honey? Cold rice dumplings?" Silavi flew around the tray curiously, poking the crystal-clear glutinous rice cakes with his little finger.

"Yes, it uses pre-made glutinous rice and sweet potatoes produced on the ranch."

As Tong Hua explained, she picked up a piece with her chopsticks.

The off-white chilled rice cake, with its sweet honey aroma, looked especially tempting in the sunlight.

"Trembling!" Chinchilla was the first to resist, and like Tong Hua, she skillfully rolled one up and took a bite.

The chilled rice cake melts in your mouth with its soft, chewy texture and refreshing sweetness, leaving a subtle aftertaste.

Chinchilla's eyes widened instantly, and its large tail swayed like a fan.

"Meow!" The pickpocket cat also snatched one away and jumped onto a nearby tree root to savor it.

In an instant, the Pokémon all started scrambling for them.

"Don't rush, don't rush, I've made a lot, and everyone can taste it."

Here, Tuotuo the worm, you can have this piece.

"Worm————"

Tuotuo carefully took one of the rice cakes from Tong Hua with his mouth. Although the portion was a little small for him, the cool, sweet and sticky taste made him squint his eyes in comfort.

"Oh my~" "Fou!"

Sweet and cold, and Orly each picked one up, took a small bite, and then showed a satisfied expression.

"La beep!"

Silabhi picked one up and sat down next to Little Guoguo, happily eating. His face was covered in rice and honey, and he swung his little feet happily.

Under the shade of the trees, the Pokémon shared a cool, sweet treat, the atmosphere relaxed and content. Tong Hua also tasted a piece of the chilled cake, but her gaze involuntarily fell on something not far away.

"Game".

The forest tortoise did not immediately join the fight for food; instead, he slowly walked to a patch of newly turned soil.

Those were melon seedlings planted just a few days ago, with only two tender green leaves sprouting. They looked a little wilted in the afternoon sun. The forest tortoise lowered its head, approached the seedlings, and gently touched the leaves with its nose.

Then, he firmly planted his limbs in the soil, and the small bushes on his back swayed slightly.

A pale green halo slowly spread out from him, enveloping the entire field.

This is his signature skill as a skilled ranch farmer—

"Green grass field!"

The wilted leaves seemed to be infused with vitality in the halo of light, slowly unfurling and becoming brighter and greener in color. They even sprouted two small new leaves at a speed visible to the naked eye.

The forest tortoise watched this scene with a sense of satisfaction in its eyes.

He enjoyed the feeling of watching the crops thrive under his care, like watching his own children.

"Game—"

He called out softly, as if speaking to the seedlings.

After confirming that the seedlings had recovered, the forest tortoise slowly walked back to the shade of the tree.

The Pokémon were enjoying their meal, and Celebi even had a grain of rice stuck to the corner of its mouth.

Tong Hua looked up and called out, "Forest turtle, come and have some."

The forest turtle lowered its head and took the half-eaten honey-glazed rice dumpling that Xiao Guoran handed it, took a small bite, and made a satisfied "Gamai".

Sunlight filtered through the branches and leaves, illuminating the small bushes on his back; the leaves appeared brighter and fuller than usual.

Tong Hua paused for a moment: "Forest turtle, have you grown again recently?"

Why do you seem to have gotten bigger again?

"Gah, Ga Mei?"

The forest turtle was taken aback. It was already having a hard time getting into the house at its current size. If it continued to grow, what would happen?

Seeing the forest tortoise instantly become flustered, Tong Hua smiled and said, "Maybe it's just my imagination."

"Well, what's done is done. Let's eat first."