Pokémon: Dreams Come True Starting in Sinnoh

Chapter 397 A Confused Xiao Gang? A Dream Emerging from the Clouds!

"Ha...haha...please don't mind, that's just her personality. She always says strange things to others in a moment of passion."

"What are you doing! I'm telling the truth!"

Kazushige understands his partner's personality well; compared to his own conservative nature, Kotone seems too extroverted and open.

But this time, Koto really wasn't wrong. After all, these titles weren't given to Ash by Koto, but by Sinnoh NOW.

Without Ash's knowledge, Sinnoh NOW went to great lengths to publish Ash's stories, determined to make Ash a household name.

Although Ash's reputation in the Sinnoh region is already so great that it's difficult to improve it further.

"I don't mind..."

Xiao Zhi scratched his cheek and smiled awkwardly.

Even though Ash has a pretty thick skin, he couldn't withstand this kind of treatment.

After a brief introduction, Xiao Gang first looked at the clock on the wall of the Pokémon Center, then looked behind Xiao Zhi, and asked, "Speaking of which, didn't Xiao Guang come down with you?"

"No, I thought Xiaoguang was asleep, so I didn't wake her."

"Yeah......"

Xiao Gang expressed doubt about Xiao Zhi's statement.

Of course, Ash would never lie; if you really want to know, Brock thinks Ash is the one who got lied to.

He had just left the house half an hour ago, and when he left, he was still advising Xiaoguang to take a nap first, since Xiaozhi seemed to be fine.

However, Xiaoguang shook his head at Xiaogang's suggestion, saying he would stay there until Xiaozhi woke up.

and so.

"Then let Xiaoguang get some rest. We'll set off for Sleeping Lotus Town tomorrow."

"Oh—what a pity!"

A sound of regret came from the side.

Qin Yin slumped down, expressing her regret.

"I thought we could travel together for a while, um."

As a lover of trends and gossip, Kotone naturally wanted to ask Ash some questions during their trip together.

Whether it's in combat or in variety shows.

besides.......

Emotionally.

But if you really ask, Kotone would probably point directly to Hikaru.

Despite having only met twice, Kotone could still discern a "clear" stupidity in Ash's eyes.

In terms of relationships.

In Kotone's opinion, any normal person, after seeing Hikari's attitude towards Satoshi, should be able to determine Hikari's feelings, right?

But let's take a look at Ash's side now.

He seemed to feel only apologetic and grateful to Xiaoguang for staying up all night for him.

There were absolutely no other emotions involved.

What a pure and genuine friendship!

It was seeing this side of Ash that made Kotone feel sorry for Dawn.

She thought she could help Xiao Guang with her plans on the way, and maybe she could make it work as a matchmaker.

result--

"Yes, it's such a pity."

Ichisei also expressed his agreement with the sentiment expressed by the sound of the koto.

However, what Ichisei was thinking was not as complicated as Qinyin's. He was just disappointed that he couldn't discuss Pokémon breeding with Xiaogang on the way.

Normally, there's no one he can have a proper chat with in this field. It's rare for him to meet someone he can call a teacher after coming to the Sinnoh region, so Ichisei naturally wants to learn from Brock.

And so, Kotone and Kazunari, who had originally planned to continue traveling with Ash and the others for a while, left after having a simple breakfast with Ash and Brock.

Before leaving, Xiao Gang did his best to teach Yi Cheng about Pokémon food preparation, in response to Yi Cheng's humble attitude towards learning.

"Wow, he's really impressive. If given enough time, he could become a remarkable breeder."

After watching the two leave, Xiao Gang finally couldn't help but express his thoughts.

Xiao Gang has a habit of wanting to lend a helping hand to people who are working hard.

When Ash heard Brock praise Issei so highly, with a hint of expectation in his expression, Ash immediately replied, "Isn't Brock the same?"

"I?"

Unexpectedly, the topic suddenly shifted to himself, and Xiao Gang looked at Xiao Zhi with a puzzled expression.

"Isn't Brock's goal to become the world's number one Pokémon breeder? From Kanto all the way to Sinnoh, Brock, haven't you gone further and further in the field of Pokémon breeding? Pikachu and the others really like the Pokémon food you make."

"Pikachu~"

Pikachu seized the opportunity and happily hopped around, as if to express its love for Brock's specially made Pokémon food.

"Is...really? Thank you..."

Upon receiving such praise, even Xiao Gang, who was usually showered with compliments, felt a little embarrassed and rubbed his hair back and forth, trying to keep himself from feeling ashamed.

Although Brock receives a lot of praise from Ash and Dawn, whether as a chef or a breeder, most of his praise in the past came when Ash and Dawn were enjoying their meal.

Although it was a sincere compliment, there was still a hint of teasing in that situation.

Until now.

When Xiaozhi stood before him and expressed his affirmation with such sincerity and trust,

Xiao Gang finally realized what was happening.

So, I've been stagnating all along?

Compared to trainers who focus on battle, breeders' paths are more hidden, as if always shrouded in mist. Whether in the future or the present, as an insider, they cannot see where they have come from.

Is it progress or regression?

He couldn't explain it.

As a result, Xiao Gang inevitably felt lost and hesitant.

Should we continue down this path?

Xiao Gang has been thinking about this question a lot lately.

Because those around him, whether it's Ash, Dawn, or Misty and May from the past.

Everyone has grown so much.

Compared to them, my own growth is really not very noticeable.

Amidst such doubts and invisible pressure, there was also a deep love for Pokémon.

Xiao Gang is actually thinking about transitioning into a Pokémon doctor.

But when he received a proper compliment from Ash today.

how to say.

He suddenly felt like he could hold on a little longer.

A smile appeared on Xiao Gang's lips.

Sunlight shone through the thick clouds onto Xiaogang's face, dispelling the gloom that had lingered in his heart for so long.

"I think I suddenly understand."

"Understand what?"

Xiao Zhi asked Xiao Gang, who had regained his confidence, with a puzzled look.

"How Xiaoguang feels."

Ash: "???"

ha?

Ash stared blankly at his familiar companion.

His smile remained as radiant as ever.

But compared to his past smiles, Xiao Gang's smile now seems to finally have some of it for himself.

"I don't know what you're talking about, but welcome back!"

"Pikachu~!"

"...Yes, I'm back! And I'll always be here."

Xiao Gang reached out and shook hands with Xiao Zhi.

He never expected that Xiao Zhi, whom he had always taken care of, would actually see through his thoughts, even of which he himself was unsure.

No wonder Hikari is so obsessed with Satoshi.

Xiao Gang murmured to himself.

When you feel lost, having a courageous companion by your side to affirm you is invaluable.

This feeling.

How could I not be obsessed?

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PS: Finally an update! This period has been torture... After being sent to a school for home visits, two members of the admissions team left, and they temporarily put me back in. I spent several days with the admissions team leader under the scorching sun recruiting students. In the end, they told me that it's good for young people to have more work experience, and they even wanted to give me a homeroom teacher position (one of the students who left the admissions team was a homeroom teacher) to fill the vacancy. It's really ridiculous, and it makes me even more determined to leave next year QAQ