Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

He couldn't help but scratch his head.

For a moment, I didn't know if I had imagined it or if Xia Yan had left too quickly.

...

...

at the same time.

Lake of Rage, north of Kagi Town.

Under the blazing sun, the brilliant sunlight overlooks the earth, making the trees appear even deeper and the green grass even more upright. The ripples on the vast Lake of Anger reflect a dazzling brilliance.

Every now and then, some water-type spirits would pop their heads out, blow a few bubbles in the bright sun, and then disappear back into the deep pool with a flick of their tails.

More often than not.

A Gyarados, bathed in the lake water and shimmering brilliantly in the sunlight, its rugged scales slowly leaping out of the water. After glancing at the two leisurely old men sitting on the shore, it obediently returned to the water.

A few bubbles rose up, accompanied by the gurgling of the flowing water.

shore.

Under the shade of a tree.

Two wiry figures sat there, each holding a fishing rod, leisurely enjoying the tranquility of their later years.

One person was sitting in a wheelchair, and the other was sitting in a folding chair.

Between the two, there was a small table with two steaming teacups on it.

Every now and then, it's brought to my lips; I blow on it, sip it, exhale, and after the rich bitterness spreads, a strong sweetness gradually fills my mouth.

"Uncle Liu, isn't my tea quite good?" the old man sitting in the folding chair said with considerable pride.

"Ah."

Uncle Liu, sitting in his wheelchair, simply responded with a faint sound.

The old man was clearly used to Uncle Liu's coldness, and simply clicked his tongue and continued:

"Tsk tsk, this is tea produced on Dragon Cliff. It drinks Dragon Spring water and bathes in Dragon Dew. Less than a kilogram is produced each year."

"Ah."

Uncle Liu's response, however, remained lukewarm.

The old man took another sip, looked westward, and paused slightly.

He put down his teacup and said slowly:

"The matter in Yuanzhu City has gotten a bit out of hand, and the higher-ups can no longer stop it."

this time.

Liu Bo didn't respond, he just stared silently at the lake, lost in thought.

One hand gripped the worn-out fishing rod, while the other gently stroked the lazy little wild boar lying on its lap.

"Whoosh~~"

The little boar sniffed twice, seemingly quite comfortable, indicating that it was very comfortable and asking Uncle Liu to increase the pressure.

Seeing that Uncle Liu was still unmoved by reason, the old man on the other side was also quite helpless.

He stopped beating around the bush and using veiled language. "You know what the higher-ups mean. Now you should at least give some attitude. If they refuse, make a scene. If they agree, take what you want. This isn't your style, Uncle Liu."

"Cuckoo-"

suddenly.

Far away.

A messenger bird, dragging a thick burlap sack, flew toward them.

at the same time.

Uncle Liu suddenly felt the fishing rod in his hand sink.

At that moment, a glint of light flashed in Liu Bo's calm eyes, and with a sudden burst of strength, he managed to reel in the fishing rod.

All I saw was...

A dazed Magikarp was dragged out of the water while biting a fishing hook.

The difference is that this Magikarp is pure gold.

The splashing water, carrying scattered droplets, shimmered golden under the sunlight.

Upon seeing this exotic carp, even the old man sitting next to Uncle Liu was stunned and blinked.

rustle--

The dense foliage rustled, and waves of emerald green surged one after another.

Immediately afterwards, a figure appeared behind Uncle Liu and the old man.

The figure was adjusting his hat, with a Latios following beside him.

"Teacher, what a great find! A golden Magikarp!" the visitor exclaimed, smacking his lips.

He slowly raised his head, revealing his young and handsome face beneath the brim of his hat.

The person who came was naturally Xia Yan.

The old man had never been able to see any change in Uncle Liu's expression.

But upon hearing Xia Yan's voice, Uncle Liu's face melted like ice, revealing a smile.

"coming."

"Ah."

The old man next to him clicked his tongue in amazement, "It's rare to see that old fellow Liu Bo smile, but I didn't expect him to smile as soon as Xia Yantian appeared."

Xia Yan looked at the old man with a hint of doubt.

He wasn't acting like a so-called superstar; he was just curious.

Uncle Liu seemed to know that Xia Yan didn't recognize him, and introduced him as "the head of the dragon-raising clan next door."

Xia Yan's lips twitched.

The dragon-raising family next door? Their leader?

The Dragon Clan of the Dragon Cave in Yanmo City, when mentioned by Uncle Liu, was instantly downgraded by dozens of levels.

Is this the head of the dragon-raising clan? Then isn't he Du's grandfather?

Moreover, according to Liu Bo's way of describing it.

The famous "Dragon Tamer" of the Dragon Taming Clan, isn't he just a dragon-raising underling?

interesting.

Xia Yan seemed to have come up with another "affectionate nickname" for Du.

The old man glared at Uncle Liu, but he wasn't particularly angry.

They've obviously gotten used to it long ago.

He smiled and said to Xia Yan, "This old man is Yulong Xinxuan."

Then he added, "Du is my grandson."

Xia Yan bowed slightly respectfully, "Grandpa, you can just call me Xia Yan."

For a powerful family like the Dragon Clan, which has a history spanning over a thousand years, the Four Heavenly Kings' status is not something they can flaunt in front of them.

Moreover, this is Du's grandfather, and according to Xia Yan's generation, he is also considered Du's grandson.

only......

Uncle Liu glanced at him sideways.

For no reason at all, Uncle Liu was made to be a generation lower than him.

Uncle Liu is Xia Yan's teacher, and he is Xia Yan's grandfather. Doesn't that mean he is a generation younger?

This is why the old man deliberately pointed out that Du was his grandson.

"Hehe, good." Yulong Xinxuan nodded in satisfaction, ignoring Liu Bo's gaze.

"Teacher, how come your dojo is..."

Facing Liu Bo, a teacher who genuinely cared for him, Xia Yan didn't hold back and directly expressed his doubts.

Uncle Liu didn't say anything, but silently took the golden carp he had caught off the hook and then threw it into the water in a magnificent parabola.

He didn't answer Xia Yan's question, but simply asked, "How's that move coming along?"

Xia Yan took a deep breath.

Without pressing Liu Bo for an answer, he threw out a Poké Ball and summoned Vulpix.

"Waaah~~"

After the little six-tailed creature appeared, it shook its snow-white, soft fur.

Immediately, some crystalline droplets scattered around it, revealing a touch of mystery.

The little wild boar lying on Uncle Liu's lap opened its eyes and glanced at Little Six-Tail with a hint of surprise.

Yulong Xinxuan also looked at Xiaoliuwei with some surprise.

With his discerning eye, he could naturally see how well this six-tailed fox had been raised; it was the glossy, translucent fur that revealed its exceptional quality.

Not to mention the ability of the Vulpix to control the "snowfall" characteristic after it appeared.

Uncle Liu also showed a rare hint of satisfaction.

"good."

Yulong Xinxuan gave him a disapproving look. "Is this just 'not bad'?"

Xia Yan grinned and patted Xiao Liuwei's head.

He was actually quite proud of raising the Six-Tails.