What is a heavy girl? I want to be a Pokémon master!

Based on his assessment, Raichu and Milotic have both reached the Gym Leader level, and with a sparring partner, they will definitely become even stronger.

As for the dojo, it was judged based on Wakaba Mutsu's skill level.

However, to win the high school league championship, a gym-level Pokémon is simply not enough.

I should catch some Pokémon.

Xiao Zhi's gaze grew increasingly resolute.

He and his teammates won the next Afro Buffalo Cup and went on to win the high school league championship!

20. Xiangzi's Past and the Strongest Grass-type Pokémon

Night fell, and dappled moonlight spilled into the dilapidated apartment, the air thick with the stench of alcohol. Toyokawa Shoko trudged into the house, staring helplessly at the scattered bottles on the floor, a wave of indescribable pain washing over her.

“I’m back, you damn old man.”

That damned old man, he's drunk again. She thought about her studies during the day, her struggles to make a living at night, and how she had to come home to this kind of guy.

"Ah~"

Xiangzi sighed deeply.

After leaving the Toyokawa family, a large and influential clan, their lives continued to decline, and her father even became a burden to her.

Shoko Toyokawa will never forget the time she left the CRYCHIC team.

The Toyokawa family once engaged in a fierce battle for Pokémon inheritance with her father.

As a renowned Pokémon training family, they chose to determine their successor through Pokémon battles.

This is an all-out 6v6 battle, with her father and another heir as the two opposing sides on stage.

Shoko Toyokawa's father is a trainer with Elite Four-level skills, who rose from humble beginnings through his own abilities.

Within the Toyokawa family, he was undoubtedly an unparalleled powerhouse, absolutely qualified to inherit everything the family had to offer.

But I lost...

It was a defeat without any suspense, and it couldn't even be considered a Pokémon battle.

Afterwards, Xiangzi learned that the day before, her father had been attacked by Team Rocket. His six Pokémon were overwhelmed and severely injured, suffering internal wounds that left them with no time to recover.

Even if her father wanted to delay, that could not be a reason to shirk his right to inheritance.

The result was a complete defeat.

"What a joke!" Toyokawa Shoko clenched her hands, unable to accept this outcome.

They should have realized that a Heavenly King-level expert shouldn't be this weak, yet they didn't care at all.

Because her mother died young, if her father is unable to inherit the family property, he will face being kicked out of the family.

Shoko Toyokawa was completely isolated and helpless in the Toyokawa family, suffering from indifferent gazes day after day.

She still has inheritance rights, but if she stays here, she will likely only get caught up in the vortex of family disputes and run into the Rockets again.

During the year away from the Toyokawa family, Toyokawa Shoko gave up her dream of winning the league championship and worked as a part-time customer service representative at the Eco-Dome, learning things she could never learn during her time as a pampered young lady.

Academically, she is currently a student in the Pokémon Battle Department, since Pokémon Battle is her only remaining specialty. Rainbow Feather offers many scholarships, which can help her become more independent.

Toyokawa Shoko squatted down and began to pick up the bottles on the ground. Shoko's fingers gently touched the cold glass, and the icy sensation from her fingertips made her feel the pain in her heart even more clearly.

thump~

"Whoosh~" Milotic volunteered to come out of its Poké Ball and help deal with the bottles.

When he finished processing one bottle, Minas nuzzled Xiangzi's cheek to comfort her.

"Thank you." Xiangzi forced a smile. Even though life was so difficult, the companionship of Pokémon still brought him immense warmth.

Milotic was one of Toyokawa Shoko's earliest companions, and she had more Pokémon when she was still the eldest daughter of the Toyokawa family.

However, due to changes in life, they eventually decided to entrust their Pokémon to the Toyokawa family.

Shoko Toyokawa was gradually becoming disheartened. After finishing the basic tasks, she lay down on the floor. Milos next to her closed her eyes, and Shoko took out her phone.

What she was thinking about was Ash battling her Pokémon.

The all-out battle between Raichu and Milotic made Xiangzi's blood boil. During that battle, Xiangzi could inexplicably feel Ash's heart.

It's a collection of pure, passionate, and positive qualities pieced together.

Just thinking about that hearty smile from just now makes my heart flutter.

During my school years, I worked hard on my studies, enduring a build-up of pressure. In customer service, I often face malicious situations, and the pressure piles up, leaving me physically and mentally exhausted.

Surprisingly, he encountered a kind and sunny boy who was gentle to both Pokémon and people.

His generosity and strength really won Xiangzi's favor.

"I must give him a thank-you gift next time."

Toyokawa Shoko's gaze lingered on Xiaozhi's account, unsure of what to say.

She's mastered the art of apologizing in customer service, but she hasn't had a proper conversation with anyone in a year. At school, she's practically unacquainted with anyone in her class.

If I had to say something, I talked a bit more when I used Milotic to defeat Tauros in the practical lesson.

Toyokawa Shoko: Is that all there is to Kentairo?

Looking back now, what I said was really outrageous. Luckily, the practical course teacher was very humble.

As a normal person...

Should I start a conversation first? Let's slowly get closer.

After thinking it over, Xiangzi silently typed on the screen.

Toyokawa Shoko: Are you there?

【What's this woman up to? Starting with "Are you there?" usually leads to a clown, right? Or is she interested in my little Zhibao? She has such good taste! (●'?｀●)】

"Don't be so love-struck; she probably just wants to return the favor."

Ash guessed what the other was thinking and couldn't help but smile slightly. Pokémon battles gradually brought the two of them closer, and through their interactions, he could clearly sense that Xiangzi had a rather strong sense of pride.

Since yesterday, Xiaozhi has been able to vaguely sense a power originating from deep within himself, a power that belongs to him.

This allows him to get a general idea of ​​other people's feelings during Pokémon battles.

Although he wasn't entirely sure, it was highly likely...

waveguide!

The aura power of the Pokémon world.

Of course, this is just speculation for Ash.

He's just an ordinary human being; how could he possibly launch a wave missile from his hand?

If I could, I'd probably become a Pokémon myself, shouting "Rasengan" and seeing who could beat me!

Oh dear~ Ash has lost 6 Pokémon.

Without even a moment's sadness over losing the match, the super rookie—Ash Ketchum—immediately rushed to the battle arena!

Xiao Zhi definitely doesn't want to encounter something so absurd.

Not paying too much attention to this inexplicable ability, Ash simply assumed it was a telepathic superpower.

The most important thing now is to talk to Xiangzi.

Ash: Hmm? What's wrong? (＾?＾●)

With these words, the two began to chat. During the conversation, Xiangzi briefly talked about his experience working as a customer service representative at the Eco-Dome, expressed his desire to repay Xiaozhi, and told him not to be polite.

[Teacher Da Xiang, you're so pitiful~~ Haha, this office worker actually cares so much about others.]

"What kind of strange way of addressing me is that?"

Hey~

Ash: Where can I find Pokémon? Preferably strong ones. If you really don't know, don't force yourself to tell me. I'll wait for you; there's no need to rush to repay the favor.

[Zhibao, how did you get such high emotional intelligence?]

"Huh? Isn't this a normal conversation? If we ruin our relationship, how am I supposed to battle Xiangzi's Pokémon?"

Xiao Zhi didn't force Xiangzi, since they were both students, and Xiangzi didn't know why he had become a corporate slave.

My heart is fluttering~ My heart is fluttering~

On the other side, Xiangzi was curled up in bed, not wanting Minas to see her current state, and she slowly typed on her phone.

These words made Xiaozhi's eyes widen in surprise.

"Actually, I know a place where we can capture the Thunder King Kong."

21 Lanterns: A lifetime of Pokémon battles!

Rumble is one of the starter Pokémon of the Galar region and also one of Champion Leon's top generals.

Among all the starter Pokémon, Rumble is undoubtedly a Tier 1 Pokémon. In terms of sheer strength, only Mega Rumble can suppress it, making it powerful in both singles and doubles battles.

The strongest Grass-type starter Pokémon!

Including Mega Evolutions, they are the strongest Grass-type starter Pokémon!

According to Ash's investigation, Raptor's rarity has suddenly increased by several levels due to Leon. After all, this is basically the Pokémon of the world's number one Pokémon trainer, so it will definitely attract many trainers to catch it.

The Thunder Raptor was alright, but the Charizard was even more popular.

Although Xiaozhi didn't know how Xiangzi knew this information, he chose to believe Xiangzi without hesitation. He also vaguely understood that customer service work could provide a considerable amount of information.

Xiao Zhi: I understand. I believe you. See you tomorrow.

After the two finished chatting, Ash put down his phone, hugged the two Pokémon in his arms, and fell asleep.

"Kero~~" "Thunder~" The Pokémon made a few soft snoring sounds as they slept soundly, not paying much attention.

On the other side, Xiangzi struggled to push away the sleeping Milos, whose cool body made it difficult for her to fall asleep.

"The two of them met... Could this be a date?... No, what am I thinking? Ash would never think that way."

Xiangzi picked up his phone wearily and sighed.

She doesn't think she'll fall in love, and her current living conditions simply can't support a relationship.

"Sho...has he forgotten me? Well, that makes sense, after all, it's been a long time since we last saw each other."

Xiangzi swiped his phone screen, his fingertips lightly touching those past moments, his gaze finally settling on the photo with a soft glow.

In the photo, the shy little girl, with bright yet bashful eyes, is trying to get closer to the ugly fish.

Beside her, a little boy wearing a hat stood with tenderness and expectation in his eyes, seemingly cheering her on silently.

"At this point, he must have long forgotten about being childhood sweethearts."

...

Upon arriving at school, Xiao Zhi, as always, closed his eyes and slumped onto the table.

Practical training, great!

Theory lessons? No way!

He roughly understood a lot of things from the textbooks, but there was nothing particularly interesting about the theoretical lessons.

The most interesting knowledge is how to distinguish between dragons.

Xiao Zhi knows that, right?

In the Pokémon world, almost none of the Dragon-type Pokémon resemble Dragon-types.

For example, the famous Alolan Exeggutor, the Duraludon resembling an office building, Apple, the patchwork Galar Fossil Pokémon... there are too many to count, no need to go and see them.

Even when it comes to characteristics, there are still many unknown characteristics in this world.

Simply put, it can be summed up in four words.

Not as good as a picture book!

It would be great if there were an illustrated guide.

This thought couldn't help but cross Xiao Zhi's mind.

[As for the Pokédex, Zhibao, I can take on that role! Leave this kind of work to me from now on, and please play with me until I break! ?（＾?＾●）]