Chapter 22
Appearances Can Be Deceiving
The next morning.
Early in the morning.
Xin Ye Miao rolled around on the bed, using her big, magenta eyes to seduce Xia Mu.
"Meow~~"
New Leaf Cat turned into a clip.
All of this is because of Natsuki's promise to Shin-chan.
"You've had a tough fight. Is there anything you want?"
After thinking for a long time, Xin Ye Miao finally made up her mind after watching the video of Tengteng Snake Brush.
I want to go to the hottest dessert shop with Xia Mu.
but.
You should eat dessert after you've finished eating!
Nutrient-conscious Tengis rejected the two's idea of going out for ice cream early in the morning.
then.
Xin Ye Miao kept rolling around on the bed, acting all cute.
but.
The vine snake remained completely unmoved.
"Meow!"
Snake Sister, you have no heart!
"Miyo!"
I'm doing this for your own good!
"Meow (speaks like an old woman...)"
brush!
Xin Ye Miao was suspended in mid-air by a vine whip, struggling wildly with her limbs.
At last.
Its tail drooped limply.
"Meow~ (The cat was wrong, meow!)"
Natsuki: "..."
Snivy: "..."
Looking at the two noisy little ones, Xia Mu's lips curled up slightly.
but.
Xia Mu took out the Poké Ball from the Claydol.
Compared to the two little ones who are always bickering, Claydol usually prefers to stay in its Poké Ball.
and.
Even if it is released, the clay giant will only stand silently in place.
Although the clay giant never refuses its orders, it is in very good physical condition.
But to be honest.
The silent performance of the clay giant.
Xia Mu couldn't help but feel some worry.
"If only we had an expert on clay giants..."
After making a sigh.
Xia Mu turned on her phone.
I searched online for information about the Clay Doll Giant.
pity.
Ancient man-made Pokémon like Claydol are too mysterious to be worth mentioning.
then.
Xia Mu noticed the number of views on the video he posted yesterday and nodded in satisfaction.
but.
As the saying goes, "He who does not plan for the future will have trouble in the present."
Up to now, all I have left are materials for gym challenges.
After editing and publishing it, I ended up with nothing.
and so.
"Looking for a trending topic to jump on..."
Xia Mu discovered it.
It seems like I have a lot to do first thing this morning.
......
And just then...
"Tabu, Tabunai!"
Almost Doll knocked on Natsuki's door and announced that a guest had arrived.
Xia Mu raised an eyebrow.
I had some doubts.
If it's purple taro, the doll will probably let purple taro come to her directly.
If it were Officer Jenny, she probably would have kicked her own door open.
As for the others...
Xia Mu thought about the people he knew in Raven City, but who weren't really close to him.
Could it be?
"The uncle from Shaling Town thinks the publicity is so effective that he's planning to give them more money?!"
The more I think about it, the more likely it seems.
after all.
I don't know anyone in Raven City anymore.
The thought of another small sum of money flying into my account.
Xia Mu grinned.
"Thank you, almost doll~"
"Tabunai!"
Wearing a nurse's cap, the doll-like girl gave Natsuki a polite bow.
Xia Mu did not hesitate.
With New Leaf Cat and Tengi Snake by their side, they immediately headed towards the hall.
......
When Xia Mu arrived at the lobby of the Pokémon Center...
I just realized that.
It wasn't the uncle who came to give money as I had imagined, but rather...
"Miss Little Chrysanthemum?"
Although Xiaoju'er is very pretty, it's pleasing to the eye to see a beautiful woman first thing in the morning.
but.
Xia Mu still had doubts about Xiao Ju'er coming to find him.
"Just call me Little Chrysanthemum!"
Little Chrysanthemum smiled, and an electric flying squirrel perched on her shoulder, curiously watching Xia Mu.
Before Xia Mu could ask, Xiao Ju'er explained directly:
"I brought the Pokémon I battled yesterday for a check-up. Also, I need your help with something..."
"I?"
Xia Mu became increasingly puzzled.
Is there anything Xiaoju needs help with?
GG, Xiaoju'er's fame far surpasses his own.
In battle, Xiaoju'er's main force is also far superior to what I can currently match.
And the others...
To be honest, Xia Mu didn't even know how he could help Xiao Ju'er.
but.
As the saying goes, "A fool wouldn't take advantage of a good deal."
Since Xiaojuer wants my help...
"I know a really good dessert shop!"
Xia Mu tries to take the sucker to the dessert shop.
Xiao Ju'er was clearly unaware of Xia Mu's sinister intentions.
"Feel sorry......"
Xiao Ju'er looked apologetic.
"I have a fashion show to do soon, so I can't eat high-calorie foods..."
She thought Xia Mu wanted to treat her to something to eat, so she felt especially apologetic for refusing.
"How about this, I'll treat you to dinner later!"
Since they needed Xia Mu's help, Xiao Ju'er thought for a moment and decided that although she couldn't eat, it would be nice to treat Xia Mu and the others to a meal with the Electric Flying Squirrel.
"Alright!"
Xia Mu happily accepted the proposal.
Then, Natsuki, who was happily preparing to go out, was bound by the vine whip of the vine snake.
"Miyo!"
Let's eat first!
"..."
Natsuki was speechless as he watched Shin-chan smirking to himself.
......
After all of Xiaoju'er's elf physical examinations were completed, Xia Mu had already finished breakfast.
Then.
Led by Xia Mu, Xiao Ju'er arrived at the dessert shop.
"Oh, this is the place. It seems to be quite popular online."
Xiao Ju'er, who had previously said she wouldn't eat high-calorie foods, still chose to back down after seeing the dazzling array of desserts.
I'll just take a look.
I'll just take a sniff.
I'll just take one bite.
Since I've already eaten it, I might as well work out harder afterwards.
that's it.
Natsuki and Shin-chan looked on in shock.
The number of empty plates in front of Xiaoju'er was also increasing.
"Don't judge a book by its cover!"
Xia Mu suspected that this was the reason why Xiao Ju'er had deliberately chosen a private room beforehand.
Although Xia Mu didn't know why a small dessert shop would have private rooms.
But without a doubt.
This made things easier for Xiaoju'er.
otherwise.
Just look at how much Xiaoju is eating dessert.
Once captured on camera, it will inevitably cause a huge stir online.
At least.
A major upheaval is definitely going to occur in the Raven City area.
after all.
Humans are always accustomed to judging a person by their appearance.
As for Xiaoju'er, judging from her appearance...
The basic impression is that she is decisive, acts on her words, and is a mature and assertive woman who can control her desires.
Although Natsuki actually quite liked this contrast.
but.
"What do you want from me? Let me make it clear first, my fees aren't cheap!"
"And regardless of whether it's made or not, I'm not paying for this dessert!"
After hearing what Xia Mu said, Xiao Ju'er seemed to finally remember the important matter.
Slightly embarrassed, Xiaoju wiped her mouth and smiled.
"Sorry, I haven't eaten in a long time, and I couldn't control myself for a moment. Actually, I came to see you today because..."
"Please become the pride of Raven City!!"