Even Sinnoh champions have to work hard.

As expected of Ho-Oh, she is awe-inspiring no matter what she looks like, and even like this, she is still a goddess.

To avoid attracting attention, he put Flygon into its Poké Ball beforehand, since Flygon is a Pokémon from the Hoenn region, and a shiny one is indeed quite eye-catching.

However, he now realized that this was a completely futile operation. How could he not attract attention when he brought such a beautiful girl into Viridian City? Even in the Pokémon world where the average appearance is very good, Ho-Oh is definitely the kind of beautiful girl that everyone loves. It is simply impossible to sneak around without attracting attention when he parades around with such a beautiful girl.

It's not like in a game where killing everyone is the best way to stealth; that's pure nonsense!

The only saving grace is that this is the world of Pokémon, where most people are kind and peace-loving. Unlike in romance novels where some rich young master jumps out and says you're not good enough for this beauty and wants to take her back to warm your bed, here you only see friendly glances from passersby and various comments from middle-aged women about handsome men and beautiful women.

While it's a good thing that no foolish rich kids will appear to lower Ho-Oh's impression of humans, listening to the various comments from the gossipy Kanto aunties next to me...

"This little girl is really pretty."

"This little boy is handsome too."

"They're such a perfect match."

"The two children are a perfect match."

"They're a match made in heaven."

"That girl is really pretty."

"Yes, this boy is really lucky."

Such comments have been heard ever since we entered Tokiwa City. To be honest, these kinds of comments, which are not malicious and are even full of goodwill, are the hardest to resist.

Putting aside the fact that he, a married man, was having an ambiguous relationship with another... human-looking Pokémon while on a business trip, the sense of immorality was still too stimulating for Kazama Shiramo. But aside from that, there was another serious issue.

Kazama Shiromo turned her head and glanced at Phoenix King, who was still tugging at her sleeve. She kept her head down, so no one could see her expression...

It must be terrifying, Kazama Shiromo bit his lip. To be honest, he was a little nervous. Being talked about by humans like this would probably make Lady Ho-Oh feel very strange. Although he couldn't see her expression, Kazama Shiromo felt that from the slight trembling of her little hands that kept rubbing the hem of her clothes, he could tell that Lady Ho-Oh was trying her best to restrain the urge to unleash a holy flame on those who were spreading rumors. It must be really hard on her.

However, the reason why Ho-Oh lowered her head was because she really couldn't hold back anymore. The majestic expression on her face was crumbling, and even the corners of her mouth were curving up.

No, I have to hold it in. I can't laugh out loud, or things will get messy.

What Lugia?

What Rayquaza?

Can you do it?

Can you hold onto his clothes like this?

Can you stay by his side like this?

Can you two be described by those around you as a perfect couple?

They're just a bunch of losers!

That's good, that's good.

By staying by his side and becoming his favorite Pokémon, I, Ho-Oh, will become the heroine of this new chapter!

I'm so happy, really so happy! As expected of the people from Northeast China who have the closest relationship with the Chengdu area, their excellent judgment and gentle manner are truly satisfying!

Hahaha! Hahaha! Hahaha!

Lord Phoenix's body is trembling. Is this really too disrespectful to His Majesty the Phoenix?

Kazama Shiromo couldn't help but feel a little worried: "Your Majesty, I'm sorry, the people around you don't know your identity. Ignorance is no excuse, so please don't be angry about their comments."

Phoenix King slowly raised her head, her face righteous, as if she hadn't been the one trembling just now, and said, "I... I understand. Although I didn't want such rumors to spread, I will forgive their harmless remarks."

As expected of His Majesty the Phoenix King, his words are devoid of personal emotion. Even if it affects his own mood, he will not let personal matters interfere with his official duties. Kazama Shiromo's eyes were filled with admiration for His Majesty the Phoenix King. For the sake of His Majesty the Phoenix King's reputation, Kazama Shiromo still offered his suggestion: "His Majesty the Phoenix King, let's find a place with fewer people later and split up. If we need to communicate, let's use telepathy!"

"No!" Phoenix King's voice suddenly rose three degrees, and even the expression on his face changed.

"Is that not allowed?"

"Ahem." Ho-Oh coughed lightly twice: "What I mean is that telepathy also consumes a certain amount of energy. Although it's not a huge amount for you and me, the enemy is right in front of us, and we can't allow any unnecessary waste."

Ho-Oh looked at Kazama Shiro with a very serious expression: "Moreover, it is a very unwise choice to disperse one's strength when the enemy is right in front of you."

Looking at Ho-Oh's righteous and righteous demeanor, Kazama Shiro felt a little ashamed. He had been too relaxed. Because he hadn't taken Team Rocket's strength too seriously, he was actually very relaxed when he came to Viridian City to carry out this mission. After meeting Ho-Oh, he even treated this trip as a paid vacation with triple pay.

But what about Ho-Oh? His Majesty Ho-Oh took this incident so seriously. What a serious leader he is!

"I understand, Your Majesty Phoenix King, I will heed your teachings."

"Ahem." Ho-Oh coughed, a faint trace of holy flame wiping away the sweat from his palms, and said righteously, "Actually, I think those lovely Kanto people are right. Why don't we pretend to be a couple? It'll be a good way to hide our identities."

Before Feng Jian Bai Mo could reply, Feng Wang's clean and refreshing little hand gently grasped his slightly sweaty palm.

Feeling the warmth of Phoenix's small hands, Kazama Shiro felt that something was amiss, but Phoenix's serious face showed no sign of anything unusual. Hmm, perhaps he was just overthinking it.

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Chapter 17 The whole world is giving us a handicap.

The writing assignment was read as a date.

Sui-kun truly lives up to his reputation as a naval strategist.

Holding Kazama Shiromo's hand, Phoenix King was already thinking about how to reward the hero who had made the greatest contribution to this battle.

Seizing every opportunity to approach the other person naturally, and giving them subtle or even very obvious hints, is an essential secret to success!

The implication was obvious, super obvious, right? Ho-Oh didn't dare look at Kazama Shiro's face, afraid of seeing a gaze that admired him. It was so embarrassing.

Is it really too much for Your Majesty Phoenix? Looking at Phoenix's 'gloomy' face, I can't help but feel a little disappointed. Even if Phoenix is ​​willing to pretend to be my lover for the sake of the greater good, he is still very annoyed. After all, from childhood to adulthood, the only girl who has ever liked me is Rie.

"The Viridian Gym is just ahead, Your Majesty Ho-Oh." Kazama Shiramo quietly released Ho-Oh's hand and pointed to the Viridian Gym.

To be honest, putting aside the fact that Giovanni is the leader of Team Rocket, I think he is definitely the most responsible Gym Leader in the entire Kanto region. Viridian Gym is also the most law-abiding Gym in Kanto. Look at those other idiotic Gym Leaders, those gyms are all over the place, bizarre and outlandish. If you know them, you'll say they are gyms under the Pokémon League, but if you don't, you'll think they are branches of some circus. It's simply a headache.

"Yes, really? Then let's go take a look." Although Feng Wang was disappointed, he didn't show it on his face.

"Are you two going to challenge the Viridian Gym?" An old voice called out to Ho-Oh and Kazama Shiro. It was an ordinary-looking old man.

"Yes, sir, my girlfriend and I are planning to challenge the Viridian Dojo. Is there anything I can help you with?"

Girlfriend! Girlfriend! Girlfriend! He said I'm his girlfriend!

On the surface, Ho-Oh remained calm, but inside he was ecstatic, his heart practically bursting with joy! Did you hear me, Rayquaza?! Did you hear me, Lugia?! It's obvious who the real winner is, you bunch of weaklings!

"Well, you've come at a bit of an inopportune time. The Viridian Dojo is closed for the past two days."

"It's closed?"

"Yes, that's right." The old man said with a smile, "The gym leader of Viridian Gym seems to have left for some reason a couple of days ago. In the past two days, many trainers who came to challenge the gym have returned empty-handed."

"Is that so? What a coincidence." Kazama Shiramo stroked his chin thoughtfully, guessing that Sakaki's departure was probably related to the clone of the dream.

“I’ve lived here for a long time.” The old man stroked his beard. “The Viridian Gym Leader often leaves, but he usually comes back in a few days. You can take advantage of this time to take your girlfriend to Viridian City and have some fun.”

"After all, the amusement park in Tokiwa City has always been a popular dating spot for couples." The old man stroked his beard and smiled. This young couple is a perfect match; it would be a shame if they didn't end up together.

"Okay, thank you, grandpa." Before Kazama Shiromo could react, Ho-Oh hugged his arm with a big smile and happily thanked the old man.

"Goodbye, Grandpa!" With that, Phoenix King picked up Kazama Shiro and dragged him toward the city center.

"Your Majesty, what brings you here?"

"Shh, I'm your girlfriend now. You have to call me Xiaofeng. We can't let anyone else find out."

Seeing Ho-Oh's serious and solemn appearance, Kazama Shiro could only sigh that Ho-Oh was truly dedicated to his duty.

Having gained Kazama Shiromo's approval, Ho-Oh began to spout nonsense with a straight face: "According to calculations, Giovanni should have gone to Team Rocket to deal with the Mew clone, and there is a very high probability that he brought Mew to the Viridian Gym."

"Then why did you still remember to pull me away?"

"To avoid alerting them, imagine if a couple came to Viridian City and, instead of challenging the Gym Leader, just lingered outside the Viridian Gym—wouldn't that seem too strange?"

"Your Majesty's consideration is excellent." Kazama Shiromo exclaimed sincerely—no wonder he is the Phoenix King!

"Then, Your Majesty, what should we do now?"

A sly glint flashed in Phoenix King's eyes, but his expression remained serious: "Now, we should just go on a date like any other couple."

"Your Majesty, this..."

"I already told you, you have to call me Xiao Feng now!"

“Okay, Mian… Xiao Feng, isn’t this a bit too strange?”

"This is part of the plan! If we don't do this, we'll be exposed, you know? There are many Team Rocket spies lurking in Viridian City, how can you be so sure we're not being watched?" Ho-Oh said seriously, explaining his point of view to Kazama Shiramo.

“Mian… Xiaofeng, what you said makes sense, so let’s…”

"Let's go to the amusement park that old man mentioned!" Feng Wang gave Kazama Shiromo a reassuring smile, his tone rising slightly. "And remember, we're a couple now, my lovely boyfriend-san—Shiromo."

My heart is pounding!

can not stop!

Why, why do I feel this way? How should I put it? Lord Ho-Oh's acting is just as superb!

Kazama Shiromo touched his chest. He was already a mature, married man, and he knew perfectly well that the esteemed Phoenix King could never fall for him. Most importantly…

I am human, and Ho-Oh is a Pokémon. Even though the two can communicate very smoothly, and even if they can communicate telepathically, they can achieve a level of intimacy that even two humans cannot. However, this still cannot change the fact that they are different species.

Even though the human form that Ho-Oh transformed into was so beautiful and adorable that even Ho-Oh himself couldn't help but be moved, it still couldn't change the distance that stood in its way.

It's not just about time and space, but also about race! How can people of different races fall in love? Gardevoir's story is just an urban legend after all.

Shaking his head, Kazama Shiramo felt truly dirty. Why did he have such strange thoughts?

Even though the body's reaction doesn't lie, that beautiful smile made my heart race.

"Hurry up, Shiramo-san, I really want to go on a date!" With a cheerful smile, Feng Wang hugged Kazama Shiramo's arm tightly and walked in the direction the old man was pointing.

Burying his sordid thoughts deep within, Kazama Shiromo breathed a sigh of relief as he looked at Phoenix's angelic smile.

Let's just treat this as a beautiful dream, and when I wake up, I'll probably cherish this memory in my heart.

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