Chapter 168: A Legend of the Past
In this strange atmosphere of getting along, they finally arrived in Fuquan Town.
Upon arriving at the entrance of Fuquan Town, Míng Rìzhào and Fengling thought they had arrived in a wonderland.
Not because the scenery here was so magnificent, but because at a glance, the entire town was shrouded in billowing white mist. Buildings, tourists, pedestrians, and casually walking Pokémon, even the signposts erected on the side, were all indistinct in this haze.
"Speaking of Fuquan Town, the most famous thing here is the hot springs."
A small tour group passed by, and the tour guide at the head of the group was enthusiastically explaining to everyone.
"Don't for a moment think that the hot springs here are nothing special. The hot springs here have an extremely special effect, and are especially favored by Pokémon trainers. As for the specific effects, everyone can go and try it for themselves."
The tour guide smiled mysteriously, then shook the small flag in his hand.
"So, in Fuquan Town, you can see that almost every household has its own hot spring. And, there are also many hot spring houses open to tourists. The residents here are accustomed to going for a soak in the hot springs whenever the mood strikes, and even when discussing matters, they like to invite the other party to soak in the hot springs together. This can also be considered a major feature here."
The members of the tour group craned their necks to look, and sure enough, they could see the phenomenon of white mist rising behind almost every building.
After the chattering tour group members had refocused their attention on him, the tour guide continued to explain.
"Thirty years ago, on this barren land at the foot of the volcano, Fuquan Town was built, brick by brick, by Mr. Akagi, who was hailed at the time as the 'World's Strongest Charizard Trainer'. Thirty years have passed, and this place has also become one of the most famous towns. Even ten years ago, the League specially built a Pokémon Gym here. You should know, not all cities can have a Pokémon Gym. This honor, rather than being for Fuquan Town, is more of a sign of the League's respect for Trainer Akagi."
The strongest Charizard trainer?
It should be known that in this world, not just anyone could be called "the strongest."
"Yes. Although the current strongest Charizard trainer is probably the regional champion of the Weston Archipelago, Leon, but more than thirty years ago, in the era before Leon was born, when one spoke of Charizard, one had to mention this Trainer Akagi's name."
Some of the older people in the tour group sighed with emotion.
"Wow, this trainer was that amazing?"
The younger people were a little disbelieving.
If Leon, who had won the championship trophy at the age of only 10 and had never lost a single battle in the various public Pokémon battle competitions held by the League, was called the strongest Charizard trainer, they felt there was no problem with that at all.
But if there was another person who could claim such a crown before Leon's era, then how terrifying would his strength have been?
"Although Trainer Akagi doesn't have a crazy victory record like Champion Leon, in the various battle competitions in Middel, he could often be seen holding the first-place trophy. And his incredibly powerful Charizard basically had no record of defeat. At that time, at the absolute peak of his strength, with such an unrivaled Charizard, he could have originally vied for the Middel champion's throne, and even taken the lead in the Pokémon World Cup, but it's a pity..."
"A pity what?"
Everyone was captivated by the story of this legendary trainer but didn't expect there to be a twist in the middle.
The tour guide, however, had done his homework thoroughly. He picked up the thread and continued.
"It's just a pity that this trainer, for some unknown reason, chose to retire at the peak of his career. This came as a surprise to everyone."
"That's right," a person nearby sighed.
"No one ever expected that after defeating the Elite Four with an absolute advantage, he would disappear from the public eye. It wasn't until a few years later that he was discovered to have come here to Fiery Volcano and established a small town. He even resolutely refused to fight when challenged by trainers who came to his door."
"Truly a great pity."
Everyone sighed one after another. If this trainer had continued his professional career, even if he didn't become the world's strongest, it wouldn't have been impossible for him to leave a rich and colorful mark on Pokémon history.
Just then, a playful voice sounded.
"By the way, tour guide, I hear the Gym Leader here is a great beauty?"
The tour guide and the man who asked the question shared a knowing smile.
"Yes, Miss Flannery took over the position of Gym Leader several years ago. She is also a remarkable woman with a heroic spirit."
"Then I'll have to get to know her well... Ouch! Honey, I was joking, just joking! Don't pull my ear!"
"Hahahaha..."
Leaving aside the man who was being pulled by the ear by his wife and begging for mercy, the rest of the tour group was also amused and laughed heartily, which diluted much of the regret they felt for that legendary trainer.
"However..."
A strange expression appeared on the tour guide's face.
"Perhaps in a short while, you'll have the opportunity to see a good show."
As a tour guide who often led tour groups around Fuquan Town, he naturally also knew about this Gym Leader, who was praised by everyone when she was being generous, and who made even the old man Akagi unable to help but facepalm when she was being quirky.
Míng Rìzhào and Fengling, who had been freeloading a large amount of information on the side, also curiously stepped into Fuquan Town.
When a trainer arrives in a new city, what is the first thing they should do?
That must be to find the local Pokémon Center.
Whether it's healing Pokémon, trading Pokémon, or replenishing supplies, resting, or even checking in on their journey and registering as a trainer, this iconic building is indispensable.
However, after looking around, they couldn't find that classic red-and-white Poké Ball-themed building anywhere in Fuquan Town.
"I have to say, it's still very hot here."
Míng Rìzhào used her hand as a fan, continuously fanning her face. Beads of sweat trickled down her little face, which was flushed from the heat.
This place was located at the foot of Fiery Volcano, so the temperature naturally couldn't be low. Moreover, with the large number of open-air hot springs in Fuquan Town, the steaming hot water vapor permeated the entire town, making it even hotter.
"If only I had captured one or two Ice-type Pokémon back then. In this temperature, hugging an Ice-type Pokémon would surely be cool and comfortable."
Fengling simply wiped the fog from her glasses, wanting to say something in response to Míng Rìzhào's slightly regretful words but held her tongue.
If you had brought an Ice-type Pokémon here, I estimate the probability of them melting would be even higher.
So this is why they say you become like those you associate with. The originally quiet and gentle Fengling, after traveling with Míng Rìzhào for a period of time, had also learned to complain inwardly.
However, in the past, this role of complainer should have been filled by a certain 0.8-meter-tall Pokémon. But why was it that this time, she didn't hear him complain about his own trainer?
With this question in mind, Fengling turned her head to look.
Seeing Fengling's strange movement, Míng Rìzhào also curiously turned her head.
Eevee, on Míng Rìzhào's shoulder, also followed suit and turned its head.
They only saw Kirlia holding the backpack beside them, while a certain Pokémon had, at some unknown point, disappeared.
Ruru said helplessly, "Ilu, lu... (Pokémon Language) He said he's going off to train alone..."
Míng Rìzhào: (╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻
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