Elf: I have a secret realm of emerald green.

Uh, after saying so much, it seems like I haven't gotten to the conclusion yet.

I have both things I'm satisfied with and things I'm not satisfied with regarding the earlier parts of the book "The Secret Realm of Washing Greenery".

I won't boast about the parts I'm satisfied with, but I'll talk about the parts I'm not satisfied with.

The first problem is that it didn't strike a good balance between the realities of life and reality, daily life and the plot, and the battles.

As you may have noticed, there is a considerable gap in the middle, with very few scenes set in the Secret Realm of Washing Green.

Firstly, there were different considerations at the time, and secondly, the actual plot was quite intense, so abruptly switching to Xi Cui would be somewhat out of place.

I will strengthen the coordination in this area and try to maintain a balance.

Secondly, sometimes my writing state is not good. There are several chapters that I have to force myself to post, and after posting them, I don't even dare to look at the chapter comments.

Yes, I am such a fragile person...

I can't make any promises on this point... because my typing speed is slow to begin with, and if I were to ask for too much detail, I might not even be able to send out four thousand words that day.

So, all I can say is that the chapters I feel I wrote poorly are usually those with uninteresting titles and no punctuation...

Please book accordingly. ^._.^

Third point... I almost forgot, I still need to write more after finishing the epilogue, so I won't say it now.

As for the contents of the second volume... well, you know, I know the plot a day before the readers.

However, the main plot had been planned long ago, and there was a general idea about the connection between the original worldview of the elf world and reality. The stone slab was a foreshadowing.

There's so much to write about in *Washgreen*: Arcanine, Electrode, the conflicts between Pokémon after the dry season, space distortion...

In reality, there are many important milestones: Garchomp's evolution, Goodra's evolution, the events at Mist City University (which have no connection to the world of the Silent Giant book), Ultra Deep...

In short, I will try my best to tell the story well, and I hope everyone will support me!

To be honest, it was a little sad to see many active readers disappear from the chapter reviews before the book was even released, or even when it was first published, but I'm sure there were some issues with my writing.

Let's not talk about such a sad topic anymore.

See you in the next volume!

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Here are a few books recommended by my friends.

Magikarp's Pokémon Simulator

The Pokémon series tells the story of a golden Magikarp that grows into a Gyarados that can crush Arceus with its bare hands.

Oh right, and also, Silent Giant has a new book out!

As a big fan of his, I'll give him another shout-out.

My Trainer Simulator

No need for recommendations, just watch it!

……

There's also a popular science article about elves that's been trending lately.

"My Genshin Impact Knowledge Sharing"

—Klee: Big brother, big sister, the Pokémon are amazing, especially my Otter, I love it the most! What, you don't believe me? How could Klee lie?

—Chairwoman Jean: Because of that brat Klee, I'm about to lose all my dowry. Luckily, I have the elves to keep me company. I'll leave the red-skinned lizard in the shop for you.

——Lu Guoba: With this precious dragon, I'll spend money to get 99999999999999 damage! Precious dragon, fly for me!

—Amber: I have a little Pyrocopter, happily galloping across Teyvat!

—Lisa: I just pulled a dual-attribute Electro Baby, and you all want to battle me? Are you trying to bully an honest person?!

—Datalia: Damn, I can tolerate getting a duck, but why can't this duck swim? Oh ho ho ho, it actually has superpowers! Holy crap, I've hit the jackpot!

(This is a Genshin Impact video, introducing Pokémon. Non-Genshin Impact players will not be affected by the viewing experience.)

(Keywords: elf, relaxed, everyday)

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# Foothills

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Chapter 171 This is how people in Chongqing greet each other!

Late August, in the depths of summer.

Looking out the glass curtain wall at the planes taking off and landing at Nandu Airport, Xia Shen was suddenly filled with emotion.

I've been in this world for a year now, and when I think back to the twenty-seven years I spent in my previous life, it all seems as illusory and untouchable as the moon reflected in water.

Xia Shen chuckled self-deprecatingly, feeling as if those long twenty-seven years had passed like a dream.

He pinched the face of Tibrim, who had fallen asleep in his arms, causing the little witch to let out a soft moan in her sleep.

Feeling the cool, soft touch on his fingertips, Xia Shen smiled slightly.

Yes, that's confirmed. This is the real world right now.

But... it's so wonderful to be able to come into this world!

Praise be to Arceus!

……

Xia Shen was lost in thought.

Beside him, a gentle, slender hand quietly reached out and wrapped around Xia Shen's hands that were wrapped around Tibrim, then their fingers intertwined and held tightly together.

Hey, when did my girlfriend become so proactive?

Although their feelings for each other gradually warmed up after spending three months together, their relationship never progressed to the next level.

Could it be that... we're going to "evolve" today?

Xia Shen turned her head in surprise and saw Yan Yan smiling gently at her, her face flushed slightly.

"Take good care of yourself in Chongqing, all by yourself." Yan Yan's eyes held not a hint of shyness, but were filled with love and reluctance.

"Don't worry, I'm not alone, I'll be fine." Xia Shen tightened his grip on her soft hand to reassure her.

But all she got in return was a strange and dangerous look from the girl. "Not alone...who else could it be?"

"I was talking about Garchomp and Ursaring, what are you thinking?" Xia Shen said, both amused and exasperated.

Yan Yan's blush deepened noticeably, but she still stubbornly insisted, "Anyway, I might go to Fog City to find you someday, if..."

Looking at the dangerous expression on Yan Yan's face, Xia Shen inexplicably recalled the way Yueyue Xiong looked at its opponent.

He quickly replied, "Women will only slow down my Poké Ball throwing speed!"

The feigned anger on the girl's face didn't disappear, and Xia Shen added, "Of course, except for you..."

Yan Yan then grunted twice and let Xia Shen go.

After the little incident, the two chatted sweetly and affectionately, just like any ordinary young couple before parting.

But even with a thousand regrets, we still had to part ways on time during the boarding announcement.

Xia Shen retrieved Tibrim, slung a small bag over his shoulder, and got up to board the plane.

He released Yan Yan's reluctant hand and promised, "Alright, I'll definitely be back for the Mid-Autumn Festival. If you miss me, you can come to Wudu to see me anytime. Anyway, with your current level, it doesn't matter whether you go to class or not."

Yan Yan glared reproachfully at Xia Shen, who had encouraged her to skip class, but then she couldn't help but feel sad when she thought about how they wouldn't be able to see each other often for a year.

Xia Shen gently rubbed the girl's somewhat sullen face. "Don't forget our promise by the lake. If I don't see that medal in half a year... you wouldn't want your boyfriend to laugh at you every now and then, would you?"

Yan Yan chuckled and shook off Xia Shen's hand that was groping her face.

She proudly raised her head, "Of course, I'll make sure that in the future, when people mention you, they'll all say [Yan Yan's boyfriend]."

The two looked at each other and smiled.

This is what a trainer's romance should be like!

On the road to the championship, they chased each other's shadows until they moved forward side by side.

Is there anything more romantic in the world?

…………

The airport flight announcement sounded again.

"Alright, if we don't leave now, I'll have to take the Pokekiss to Chongqing," Xia Shen joked.

After saying that, he turned and left.

"Wait a moment..."

Yan Yan's voice made Xia Shen turn around curiously. Had he forgotten something for him?

However, when she turned her head, she saw Yan Yan's exquisite and delicate face so close to hers.

Before Xia Shen could even think about what Yan Yan was trying to do, two cool, soft lips pressed tightly against her own unprepared lips.

Xia Shen's mind went blank for a moment.

He felt as if only a moment had passed, yet it also felt as if the time from the Big Bang to the collapse of the universe had elapsed.

In a wondrous timescale, lips part.

Xia Shen's first kiss, which she had kept for twenty-seven years plus seventeen, ended just like that.

He even felt that it was over before it even began.

It seems to be mango flavored?

But Yan Yan is too despicable! She actually resorted to a sneak attack. I need to give her a good scolding... Why is it so short!