I, Xiao Mao, want to become a Pokémon Master!

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"Thank you for your help. I hope you won't spread my story around," Lugia said.

"Why?" Xiao Zhi asked, puzzled. It was a rare occurrence, so he naturally wanted to use it as something to brag about later.

“You idiot, Lugia has the ability to control ocean currents. If word gets out, there’s no guarantee that someone like Gilluta won’t appear again,” Shigeru explained.

"I see...!" Ash felt a bit embarrassed, realizing that he hadn't considered things as comprehensively as Gary.

Lugia looked at Gary and was quite satisfied. Originally, Lugia had planned to ask Ash for help, but Gary suddenly appeared and flew towards the altar with the Ice Treasure.

Lugia really likes Shigeru, a human boy who is brave and righteous.

"It's a good thing for this planet to treat me as a legendary figure."

After Lugia finished speaking, she flew into the sky, plunged into the sea, and disappeared without a trace.

185: The disaster subsides, and the Asia Island incident ends.

Gary, Ash, and the others silently watched the spot where Lugia had infiltrated, all remaining silent, while also taking a look at the setting sun.

The sun at dusk casts golden rays, a warm and gentle light that is so bright that it is not dazzling even when looking directly at it.

"Ash!"

A voice suddenly came from behind.

As everyone turned around, they saw Ash's mother, Hanako, rushing towards them. Behind Hanako were Professor Oak and Professor Cynthia, as well as several unfamiliar strangers.

Hanako showered Ash with concern, her overflowing maternal love practically spilling off the screen, creating a heartwarming scene of tender paternal affection.

"Shigeru, didn't you go to Yuzu Island? What are you doing here?" Professor Oak looked confused when he saw Shigeru.

Every time Gary switches Pokémon, he reports his movements to Professor Oak.

Professor Oak was quite confident in Gary's safety, but he never expected Gary to run off to Asia Island. That's too reckless!

"Grandpa, I saw the news and came all the way from Yuzu Island," Xiao Mao said.

“Yuzu Island is very far from Asia Island. All the flying Pokémon you have are in the research institute. How did you get here in such a short time?” Professor Oak asked in confusion.

The climate in the Orange Islands is starting to turn bad. Professor Oak came all the way from Pallet Town by helicopter, and Gary doesn't have a Flying-type Pokémon to ride.

Even though Gary recently caught a Pokémon that can be ridden and flown, the Pokémon wouldn't have much strength to fly over such a long distance, and with such harsh weather, a Pokémon that isn't strong enough wouldn't be able to fly over.

"It's nothing, I caught a Moltres and flew all the way here," said Shigeru.

Originally, I planned to keep it a secret and surprise Professor Oak later. But since I can't keep it a secret any longer, I might as well reveal the surprise in advance.

"What? You caught Moltres?" Professor Oak exclaimed in shock.

"Professor Oak, not only Moltres, but Gary also caught Articuno," Jian added.

"What...!" Professor Oak was so shocked he couldn't speak. He thought that Gary had already reached his limit by catching Zapdos, but he never expected that Gary would catch the remaining two of the three legendary birds.

"Dr. Oki, it seems we'll have another chance to see you publish academic papers on the Three Legendary Birds," Dr. Uchiki said enviously.

"Haha, it's still early."

Professor Oak laughed triumphantly, feeling very proud.

He truly is the grandson I'm so proud of.

“Everyone, the Pokémon are tired. Let’s go to the Pokémon Center and talk some more,” Professor Ubisoft suggested.

So everyone went together to the Pokémon Center on Asia Island.

As for Gilluta, no one knows where he is now. In any case, after this incident, Gilluta will definitely go bankrupt, be wanted by the police, and face a lifetime of imprisonment, or even the death penalty.

...!

In a town on the island of Asia.

The Orange Islands incident has come to a temporary end. Gary and Ash are having a meal at an open-air restaurant on the island. After the ordeal, both humans and Pokémon are starving and want to have a good meal.

"You mean the Serpent Demon... also wants to join the Noble Alliance?" Ash said, his mouth full of food, his words muffled at the dinner table.

"Yes, please swallow what's in your mouth before you speak," Xiao Mao reminded him.

While we were eating, Professor Oak revealed that Gary was also going to challenge the Orange League, which really excited Ash.

After swallowing the food in his mouth, Ash immediately asked, "So how many badges do you have now? I've got three badges already!"

As he spoke, Ash lifted his vest, revealing three Orange League gym badges pinned inside.

"Stop showing off. I already told you I came all the way from Yuzu Island. Do you think I've collected fewer badges than you?" Xiao Mao said.

"Um... then I must get the 4th badge before you." Ash's competitive spirit kicked in.

“I can fly to Durian Island, can you?” Xiao Mao asked.

“I have Charizard,” Ash said.

"Your Charizard doesn't listen to you, and you still expect it to carry you on long-distance flights?" Gary complained.

"That was before. Charizard obeys my commands now," Ash retorted.

Gary was quite surprised, but if you think about it, Ash tamed Charizard before challenging the last Orange League Gym, which is around this time.

"Oh, that's not bad, but your Charizard can't carry three people in flight, so you'll still be a step behind me in the end," said Gary.

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Ash: "..!"

Charizard can carry people, but Ash and two others are traveling together, and Charizard cannot carry three people on a long-distance flight.

"Damn it... Misty, Brock, you two should catch a Pokémon that can carry people on long-distance flights too!" Ash immediately suggested that Misty and Brock catch a Pokémon that can carry people on flights.

"No way! I want to become a Water-type Pokémon Master in the future!" Xiaoxia immediately refused.

Gary looked at Misty holding Togepi. Togepi can eventually evolve into Togekiss, which has the title of "White Devil" and can carry people on long-distance flights.

"I prefer to observe Pokémon slowly. I don't catch Pokémon that can fly with a human in them, because they might become depressed if I do it for too long," Jian said.

. ..... ....

Xiao Zhi's plan immediately went bankrupt.

"Then let's have a contest to see who can defeat the Orange League's top trainer." Ash knew he couldn't collect badges as quickly as Gary, so he would compare the final result.

The ultimate goal of collecting Orange League badges is to challenge the Orange League's top trainer.

“What’s the point of comparing? I’m sure I can beat him. If we’re going to compare, let’s compare who comes first,” Xiao Mao said.

"That's not fair! You can fly on an elf!!"

"You're slow, so why blame others for being fast...?"

"No, let's play rock-paper-scissors. The winner will challenge the chief trainer first, and the loser can only challenge later."

"Why should I? I don't want to!"

The two started arguing about who would challenge the top trainer.

Professor Oak and Hanako felt a pang of nostalgia watching Ash and Gary arguing; it had been a long time since they had seen such a scene.

After dinner, the group stayed on Asia Island for a few more days. Professor Oak and Professor Uchiki stayed behind to continue observing the local climate changes.

Gary and Ash mainly cooperated with Officer Jenny in taking their statements. Gilluta was also arrested by Officer Jenny, and Lorelei came directly to take him back to the Kanto League for trial.

After dealing with the aftermath of the events on Asia Island, Gary left Asia Island with a resentful look in Professor Oak's eyes.

Because Moltres and Articuno aren't at max friendship level with Gary, they won't be placed at Professor Oak's lab.

186: Durian Gym, Doubles!

Durian Island.

Located in the northern part of the Orange Islands, this small island is essentially a village, but it is filled with high-rise buildings. Due to its proximity to the Johto region, it has become a well-known luxury resort with a highly developed economy.

The Northern Star of the Southern Cross resides here; it is a very mature and beautiful older sister named Liuli. If Xiaogang saw her, he would definitely pursue her.

However, Ruri is still worth pursuing. The most luxurious trainer hotel on Durian Island is her property, making her a true rich woman. If you could win her over, you could avoid ten years of detours and even gain a son for free.

Furthermore, the Durian Gym is actually the hotel owned by Ruri. The hotel also hosts battle events, and trainers who achieve three consecutive wins can stay at the hotel for free for one day, with meals included.

After flying for an hour on his Flamebird, Shigeru arrived at Durian Island. He didn't even need to ask for directions; he found Ruri's hotel right there in the most prominent location.

[Ding! Mission issued: Obtain the Durian Gym Badge / Rewards: 5 Super Rare Candies, 1 Random Permanent TM, 1 Random Battle Affect Item]

The reward for this mission is high-level magical candy again, which means that the level of the spirits used by Liuli is over 49, probably between 50 and 55.

Xiao Mao entered the hotel.

Welcome!

The welcoming ladies bowed to greet him, which made Xiao Mao feel a little uncomfortable. He didn't like the kind of service that required constant obsequiousness.

Shigeru looked around and asked, "Is this the Durian Gym?"

"Yes, this is both a dojo and a hotel. Are you here to stay or to challenge the dojo?" a hostess asked.

"I'm here to challenge the gym. Is Gym Leader Sootoko here?" Gary asked.

"Yes, please wait a moment while I inform the president."

The hostess took out a walkie-talkie and reported, "President, a trainer has come to challenge you. Please respond..."

The young lady repeated it three times, and soon there was a response, a female voice, but it was unclear whether it was Liuli.

"Please wait a moment, the president will be here shortly."

Three minutes later, a pink-haired woman wearing a yellow Japanese-style work uniform walked out from around the corner. The woman was Ruri.

Liuli immediately looked at Xiaomao in the waiting area and walked over quickly.

"Hello, I'm Ruri, the Gym Leader of the Durian Gym." Ruri introduced herself generously.

"Hello, my name is Gary, I'm from Pallet Town, and I'm here to challenge the Citrus Island Gym," Gary replied.

"I understand, come with me."

Liuli is a strong woman with a decisive and efficient style. She doesn't waste any words and leads Xiaomao to the battlefield on the hotel rooftop.

On the battlefield.