svetikya Chapter 393 How they see each other, mutual trust
Chapter 393 How they see each other, mutual trust
"It's so quiet, completely different from an hour ago."
Late at night, the Futaba Festival came to an end.
Although this festival, which is exclusive to the border town, will last for three days from beginning to end, Ayako said that the first day of the Futaba Festival is the highlight. Tourists from outside will only stay here for one or two days. After that, it is less of a celebration to welcome guests from all over the world and more of an occasion for the long-term residents of Futaba Town to chat and strengthen their relationships.
Therefore, Xiaoxia could also feel a sense of loneliness as the first day came to a close.
It was as if a lively celebration had ended before it even began.
"What comes together must come apart, and all the excitement will eventually end." Brock, who had been dragged somewhere by the delinquent frog and only reappeared after the celebration, was now leaning against the railing to Ash's right, talking to Misty, whom he hadn't seen in a long time, across from Ash.
In a corner unnoticed by the three, Xiao Guang secretly peeked out to look at their figures. After thinking for a moment, he quietly withdrew his head, not wanting to disturb their rare time alone.
After all, after today's festival ended, Dawn had already told Ash and Brock about their plan to leave early tomorrow.
Having traveled a great distance from Kirei City, the northernmost city in the Sinnoh region, to attend the annual Futaba Festival, Hikari didn't want to leave so disappointed if she could.
But this morning she received a call from Xiaowang, who expressed her anticipation for Xiaoguang's participation in the Water Lily Conference to be held in a week.
Normally, even if Xiaowang considers Xiaoguang her strongest rival, she wouldn't specifically invite Xiaoguang to participate in the same grand competition as her.
This time, however, the situation is slightly different.
Nozomi, Kengo, and the others were stopped by a reporter from Sinnoh TV on their journey. After talking, Sinnoh TV seemed to want to hold a special invitational tournament before the start of the grand festival, or rather, a warm-up tournament before the grand festival.
Today's situation is different from previous years. There are too many dark horse contestants. Therefore, all the fans of the Grand Prix are hoping that the dark horse contestants of this year's Grand Prix can gather together for a warm-up match.
Fortunately, there are several dark horse contenders among them, including Xiao Guang and Xiao Wang, who currently only hold four ribbon medals.
So even a fool could guess that this warm-up match would be incredibly bloody.
The editor-in-chief of Sinnoh TV grasped people's hearts, and thus organized this program.
The reporters should have been able to "stop" Xiao Guang, but no one expected that Xiao Guang would suddenly change his route and appear in Shuangye Town. With no hope of contacting Xiao Guang, the reporters could only entrust this important task to Xiao Wang.
And so this scene unfolded.
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"Speaking of which, Xiaoxia, you've become really amazing. I never expected that."
As the group enjoyed this rare moment of tranquility, Ash's sudden words made the atmosphere instantly awkward.
Xiaoxia: "......"
Xiaoxia squinted, as if trying to see through the darkness to understand what Xiaozhi was thinking.
But no matter how she looked at it, all she could see was Xiao Zhi grinning foolishly!
sigh.
"You think I'm amazing? Look at yourself!" Misty slapped Ash's shoulder hard, effectively silencing his smile. "You're the one who's amazing! I know you were good before, but haven't you gotten stronger way too fast since you came to the Sinnoh region? It's practically cheating!"
After Xiaoxia finished speaking, she leaned half of her body against the railing, looking at Xiaozhi silently with a strange emotion in her light green eyes.
Looking at Xiaoxia in this state, Xiaozhi felt a little unfamiliar for a moment.
Her current behavior is somewhat different from Xiaozhi's impression of her as initially carefree and later mature and composed.
Seeing Misty in Sinnoh form is a real treat, isn't it?
Xiao Zhi couldn't help but think.
Despite his inner teasing, Ash didn't avoid looking Misty in the eye.
Their eyes reflected each other's images.
"It was definitely cheating."
With a serious expression, Xiaozhi crossed his arms and affirmed Xiaoxia's statement without any hesitation.
After all, he returned to the present from the future and also gained control of waveguide power.
If none of these count as cheating, then what does cheating mean?
Xiaozhi's earnest answer did not convince Xiaoxia; instead, it made her wave her hand as if relieved.
"Oh well~ It makes me sound like an idiot~" Xiaoxia laughed self-deprecatingly, stretched, and showed off her youthful curves.
I guess I'm still growing.
Xiaoxia was certain of it.
"But to be honest, I was really scared of you before I came here. I even doubted whether you were really Ash."
After her inner conflict was resolved, Xiaoxia returned to her carefree and easygoing self.
This look can be considered exclusive to Ash and Brock.
Who can blame her now that she's the gym leader of the Cerulean Gym?
You can't show this immature, silly side to outsiders.
We absolutely cannot treat those older sisters who don't seem like older sisters this way.
Xiaoxia, facing the moonlight, counted them one by one on her fingers:
"Such strength, such composure in battle, and such intelligence; so calm in front of the camera, without any desire to over-show off, and..."
At this point, Xiaoxia's tone became somewhat jealous again.
Although Xiaoxia was able to confirm with her own eyes that Xiaozhi was still the same Xiaozhi, there was one thing she really found hard to accept!
"And he's so gentlemanly and gentle to others—"
(Huh?!)
(A shy, low moan seemed to come from a corner where no one was watching.)
That's it!
Even back in the Kanto region, this guy was constantly going against me!
There was no tenderness or consideration to speak of!
Although Ash's attitude toward her was partly influenced by her, that was absolutely not a valid reason!
"Isn't that normal?"
Xiao Zhi tilted his head and pondered for a moment, somewhat hesitantly.
Wasn't I gentle enough to Xiaoxia?
Well......
Xiao Zhi's mind immediately conjured up images of traveling with the other girls.
Who should we start with?
Even with Dawn, Ash couldn't be said to have been gentle from beginning to end.
If there is any...
It should be from...
It started around the time of Serena, right?
The image of that beautiful woman who always loved to follow him around and hold his hand while walking flashed through Xiao Zhi's mind.
Hiss, Ash Ketchum—
Xiao Gang, who had been observing from the side, noticed the change in Xiao Zhi's expression.
From his perspective as a master of romance, Xiao Zhi must have been thinking about other girls at this moment!
You can’t go wrong!
While talking to Xiaoxia, he was still thinking about other girls.
You're absolutely terrible right now, Ash!
Fortunately, Xiaoxia didn't notice this.
He simply closed his eyes and then extended his fist towards Ash.
"Fine! I forgive you for everything else!"
Miss Xia is very magnanimous.
Let's not dwell on these things anymore.
But there's one thing—
"Now that you've become so strong, you absolutely can't lose again this time! If you lose again, I'll personally come down and teach you a lesson! Xiao Gang too!" (Xiao Gang: "???")
"...Of course! I won't lose!"
"Pikachu~!"
After a moment of silence, both Ash and Pikachu, who was pretending not to exist and hiding in the backpack, instantly understood Misty's meaning.
Pikachu climbed onto Ash's shoulder, and together with Ash, they clenched their fists and bumped fists with Misty.
A high-five with Xiaoguang.
A fist bump with Xiaoxia.
They are essentially the same.
It all stems from the trust and encouragement among peers.
Xiaoxia didn't want to see Xiaozhi's regretful and sad expression after his defeat anymore.
Xiaozhi didn't want to disappoint Xiaoxia, who had come all this way to send him his best wishes.
That was all the conversation the two companions had before saying goodbye.
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