Pokémon: Trainers Returning from Monster Hunter

Chapter 91 Ziyu: Huh? I'm attacking Senior Oreki?

It has to be said that Orange Academy's influence in Tabletop City is absolutely top-notch.

From the moment we entered the city, the streets looked like they were celebrating a festival, with lanterns and decorations everywhere.

The three chatted as they walked to the circular plaza below Orange Academy.

Oreki looked around, and even with all sorts of stalls and colorful lights, a sense of familiarity still welled up inside him.

Background music seemed to automatically play in my mind.

In his past life, when he was playing games, he liked to hatch eggs in this square.

By simply using one hand to find the right angle and turn the joystick, you can make Guleton spin around until the Pokémon hatches.

"What's wrong? Do you miss it?" Ye Ci asked.

"Yeah," Oreki said noncommittally, "It feels like coming home."

"I'm quite pleased to hear you say that."

Ye Ci pointed to the towering buildings above, "Let's go to the academy."

Looking at the hundreds of steps, Oreki couldn't help but complain in his heart.

I don't know what the people in the design school were thinking. Students who don't ride Pokémon have to walk to and from school.

He complained a lot back then.

but--

Things are different now!

Um—it seems even sadder now.

So, the "things have changed" phenomenon isn't about riding Pokémon, but rather about developing physical fitness so that you're not afraid to climb stairs?

Also no one.

Speaking of which...

Should we develop a feature in the future that allows Kirlia to instantly teleport and carry people?

That's much more convenient than flying.

It might even take its teleportation and superpowers to the next level.

Oreki felt this idea had great potential and decided to incorporate it into the training program.

Qi Shu, standing nearby, was extremely reluctant to go to the academy.

Taking advantage of Yaji's attention being focused on Oreki, she released the Giant Electric Seagull and flew into the air.

"President, I'll be going now!"

The sound came from afar through the air.

As for why the Roentgen cat wasn't on board—

She was afraid that running down those hundreds of steps would make her lose her mind.

"This child."

Ye Ci shook his head helplessly.

She knew Qishu's personality too well; getting her to climb stairs would be no less difficult than getting Onix to take a bath.

"Oh, right, Oreki."

During a break while climbing the stairs, Ye Ci suddenly asked out of curiosity.

"Given your consistent efforts in catching and training Pokémon, are you planning to become a professional Pokémon trainer?"

Originally, given the entrustment of Dr. Sinnoh Mustard, Yaji thought that Oreki would also become a researcher in the future.

But who would have thought that the other party, who was originally unwilling to capture Pokémon, would start breeding Pokémon after a trip to Hoenn.

And the talent she displayed in nurturing was impeccable, even for a champion like herself.

Honestly.

Rather than a researcher, she hopes Oreki can truly become a professional trainer.

Hmm—it would be best if we could trick him into coming to Padia, so that things would be easier for me and Aoki—

"No."

Oreki answered honestly.

"so--"

Ye Ci was a little disappointed. Did she really follow her heart and choose the path of a researcher?

The next second, she heard Oreki's addition.

"A professional trainer—no, to be precise, a league champion—and a Pokémon professor shouldn't conflict, right?"

"???"

Easily climbing the steps, a castle-like building comes into view.

"No matter how many times I see it, it's still spectacular."

Oreki sighed and released all the cats, including Tiremy.

Although Kanaz College is also very large and has many tall buildings, it is more modern and technologically advanced.

Orange Academy boasts an 800-year history. This castle-style academy is not only unique but also carries a profound sense of history.

As soon as Tire Cat appeared, she let out a "meow".

This is absolutely spectacular, meow!

"Chiru".

Kirullian nodded slightly, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes as well.

On the contrary, the little blacksmith didn't even bother to glance at the main building of Orange Academy; it was all bricks and tiles and no fun to look at.

The metal frames of some of the surrounding stalls were more attractive.

The young blacksmith's eyes widened in amazement, and he picked up his hammer, ready to go and start hammering.

But Oreki lifted him up in an instant.

Sigh, after New Leaf Cat evolved, it became more obedient and was carried less often. Now, look what's happened, another little blacksmith has appeared.

Since the guy was still young, Oreki didn't dare to give him a direct "hand chop" warning, but instead gave Kirlia a wink.

The latter understood and used his superpowers to temporarily confiscate the young blacksmith's hammer.

This is the method they discovered last night: as long as the blacksmith's hammer is not in his hand, it instantly becomes "abstinent".

Of course, this is on the premise that its hammer must be entrusted to a trusted person for safekeeping, otherwise it will cause trouble.

"Kanon~~"

After being put down, the little blacksmith immediately put on a pitiful little expression and tugged at Kirlia's white skirt, swaying back and forth.

The reason Kirlia was entrusted with its safekeeping is because it is "ruthless" enough.

If it were Tillie Cat instead, she might very well be defeated by the little blacksmith's charm and pitiful act.

Kirullian remained silent, simply raising the hammer even higher.

10:00 AM.

The battlefield of Orange Academy.

By this time, the audience seats were already mostly full.

During the anniversary celebration, the academy is open to the public, not only students but also some bug-catching boys and short-sleeved teenagers from outside the school.

Even the Blueberry Academy, which has close ties with Orange Academy, sent a delegation to participate.

This is not.

As Oreki entered the backstage area to draw lots, he saw an unexpected figure.

Ziyu—Senior?

In the game, Ziyu is a popular idol at Blueberry Academy and one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the Blueberry Alliance. Her main attribute is fairy.

Just like her catchphrase, she's a very cute girl.

Could she be the outstanding trainer from Blueberry Academy that the chairman mentioned?

Oreki secretly speculated.

Is she already a student at Blueberry Academy?

Why does the timeline seem off?

Forget it.

Whatever.

Since he didn't know Ziyu in real life, Oreki didn't want to embarrass himself by going up to greet her.

Unexpectedly, as he walked straight toward the lottery equipment, the other party spoke up.

Her voice was sweet, yet tinged with uncertainty.

"Excuse me, are you Oreki-sensei?"

The broken log paused.

Do you know me?

Zi Yu tiptoed and took two quick steps to get closer, then obediently nodded with her hands behind her back.

"Mr. Oreki, my name is Shiyu. I'm a first-year student at Unova Blueberry Academy, and I'm also a fan of yours!"

It turned out to be the case.

Another unofficial fan.

As far as I can remember, the last one was a vegetable seed.

However, he was more concerned about the term "first-year reserve officer" than that.

So the other person hasn't enrolled in school yet?

Blueberry Academy truly lives up to its reputation as a top doubles school; they've even got a reserve team.

Oreki gave a professional fake smile, "Shiyu—hello junior, just call me senior."

After all, Orange Academy and Blueberry Academy are sister schools—although Orange Academy is a bit older.

That's not a problem either.

Your coming and going is too formal.

"Okay~" Zi Yu readily agreed, "Senior, are you also participating in the battle event?"

"Yeah, just want to join in the fun."

Upon hearing this, Zi Yu immediately showed a troubled expression.

"That's terrible, how come they're all formidable opponents?"

"all?"

Oreki raised an eyebrow.

"You'll find out when you draw lots, senior."

Led by the purple pole, Oreki arrived at the lottery equipment and took a closer look.

Goodness, a bunch of familiar faces from the same old game.

The owner of the round mold shop, the beautiful Mrs. Feng.

The owner of the glass bottle restaurant, and the chef of Haidai.

Owner of Baking Museum, Lip's Makeup Artist.

Frosty Mountain Pavilion Master, and Guruxia's good brother.

Huh? Why is there another mysterious person here?

Oreki nodded curiously.

no response.

Then look down.

Holy crap, there really are four Heavenly Kings!

At the very end of the list, there was none other than Sin Li, the king of the Padiya Land.

For no apparent reason.

Oreki felt he had been somewhat abrupt.

Although Ye Ci repeatedly emphasized that these museum owners and superstars would not take it that seriously, they were just symbolically warming up the event.

But with so many coming at once, who can handle it?

误！

Where is Aoki, the model worker?

How could he be absent from such an occasion?

"How are you feeling? Aren't you feeling a lot of pressure?"

Zi Yu asked.

She wasn't there for the prizes, but rather because she heard that many Gym Leaders from Padia would be participating in the battle event, so she volunteered to join.

It's all for the purpose of honing my adorable Pokémon!

"It's more than just pressure."

Oreki echoed this and pressed the draw button.

What he was thinking was, if he beat a gym leader in a battle, would that count as a successful challenge?

You don't have to give me the move trainer, just give me the badge.

"Drawing lottery numbers in progress"

As the numbers on the screen kept scrolling, Oreki suddenly became a little nervous.

Ding Dong!

The scrolling ended, and the number on the screen was 3.

"Ah! It's also 3?!"

Zi Yu exclaimed in surprise from the side.

Then Oreki saw that the image of Shiyu had been combined with that of the mysterious person.