svetikya Chapter 128 Melissa's Answer, A Strange Sight
Chapter 128 Melissa's Answer, A Strange Sight
At Melissa's invitation, Ash and Dawn finally chose to come to the Eternity Gym. Melissa said that she had been declining challenges these days, so she could make an exception and let them train in the Eternity Gym's area.
"Speaking of which, Miss Melissa, you are both a Gym Leader and a Coordinator..."
"She's also a performer!"
Melissa leaned down and whispered to Xiaoguang.
"Ah...yes...so, Miss Melissa, why do you want to develop in so many fields at the same time?"
This is a problem that is troubling Xiaoguang.
Shang Zhi is striving for his ideals; his dream is to participate in both the league tournament and a large-scale celebration.
Nozomi, on the other hand, is simply on the path to becoming a top Coordinator, and she seems to be against taking a playful approach... no, although that's what she says, Hikari always feels that Nozomi just has a slight aversion to trainers who participate in both Gym Challenges and Contests at the same time.
Whether it's to gain a deeper understanding of Shangzhi's decision or to better listen to Xiaowang's thoughts when they interact later, Xiaoguang wants to ask Melissa this question here.
"Why? Oh~ that's a strange question."
Melissa crossed her arms and pondered for a moment, then her expression hardened, as if she really didn't understand.
"If I had to put it into words, I would say it's because I like it. I do it because I like it, I don't feel tired because I love it, and I want to combine what I've learned from several fields because I have a dream."
"Merge?"
Xiao Guang could understand what Melissa had said earlier, since Mr. Shangzhi had said the same thing, but as for the fusion...
Is there a fusion between Pokémon Contests, Pokémon Contests, and even performances?
Xiao Guang couldn't imagine such a scene for a while.
Seeing Xiao Guang's puzzled look, Melissa just chuckled and didn't answer. After all, these things can't be understood just by talking about them.
"Ash, now that you've come to Love City, you should challenge me, right?"
Melissa looked at Ash with a hint of amusement in her eyes and said this.
"Yes, I did have that idea, but if you're busy lately, Miss Melissa..."
No, it won't.
Melissa quickly dismissed Ash's concerns.
"Because I heard you're on your way to Yosuga City, I specially postponed everything except the Yosuga Tournament~ I hope you can surprise me at tomorrow's Gym Battle~"
"..."
Who said that?
Where is my privacy? Is it Dr. Yamanashi or Shigeru?
Xiao Zhi sighed inwardly, but he didn't refuse. He simply said:
"I will do my best."
That's all Xiaozhi can guarantee.
He had initially thought he wouldn't face Melissa this time, but now it seemed he had misunderstood.
However, since he's going to face Melissa, he'll need to adjust his lineup a bit, otherwise he'll probably have a tough time.
"Yes, I'll be looking forward to it."
After saying this, Melissa waved to Ash and Dawn and walked towards the door.
"Then I'll leave this place to you. I have some things to take care of."
"Huh? You're leaving already... I was hoping to ask you, Miss Melissa, what your thoughts were on our performance."
Xiao Guang said this with a hint of regret.
"NONONO~" Melissa simply shook her head.
"I'll be a judge tomorrow~ If I watch your performance here today, my expectations for tomorrow will plummet, and your score will probably drop as well."
"this......"
Xiao Guang scratched her cheek, looking slightly embarrassed. It seemed that was indeed the case, and her question had been rather hasty.
Watching Melissa's departing figure, Ash and Dawn finally began their practice, but they both felt as if something was missing.
.......
The land of Yosuga City was dyed red by the orange sunset.
Ash and Dawn, who had been training at the Yui Gym all day, finally left the gym with satisfaction.
Pikachu lay wearily on Ash's shoulder, looking like it didn't want to move anymore.
Although Ash and Dawn had previous experience performing this time, they still failed quite a few times today, unsurprisingly.
They rehearsed nearly 30 times from beginning to end, failing about 10 times. These failures were mostly due to strange problems on Xiaoguang's side, including one time when Pikachu lost focus.
Fortunately, they finished with a perfect record. Now, not only Ash but also Dawn is full of confidence for tomorrow's Tournament of Destiny.
"Phew~~ It's finally over. I can go back and take a shower and get a good night's sleep."
Hikaru stretched and looked very relaxed, completely without the worry and tension he felt when he first arrived in Yosuga City.
"So there's no need to be nervous from the beginning. Just bring out your usual fighting spirit, right?"
Seeing Dawn's relieved expression, Ash couldn't help but comment.
"How could I just take it out like that! If I really had no worries and no doubts, I would definitely say no problem!"
"But when you say there's no problem, there usually is..."
Xiao Zhi ruthlessly revealed it like this.
"But—wait? Xiaowang and...Xiaogang? Ah!? Xiaogang?!"
Only then did Xiao Guang finally realize what they had forgotten... Originally, they had planned to go find Xiao Gang after registering, but...
"Hmm...it really is..."
Ash felt apologetic for forgetting Brock so easily, but then again...
"What are Xiaogang and Xiaowang discussing?"
From Ash and Dawn's perspective, Brock and Nozomi are sitting together. As they talk with their faces turned to the side, it's clear that both of them have serious expressions. However, while they are serious, Nozomi also looks a little... confused.
Is this the expression that will appear on Xiao Wang's face?
Just as Xiao Guang was thinking this, Xiao Wang got up and left.
Xiao Guang\u0026 Xiao Zhi: "......."
The two looked at each other, their faces full of confusion.
.......
PS: The Yosuga City storyline is quite long, with a partially detailed Contest and a fully detailed Gym Battle. After Yosuga City and the subsequent Summer Camp storyline, the pace should quicken.