Chapter 170

"La... Dias?"

"Yes."

The girl's smile grew even wider. It was just a little joke she was making, but to her surprise, Qiao Ran saw right through it.

With a burst of illusory light, the girl's figure vanished like Bubble, replaced by a Pokémon with bird and Dragon-type features Levitate in mid-air.

She has a streamlined figure, a red body and a white neck, and jet-like wings on her back; she is clearly not an ordinary Pokémon.

"It really was you."

Looking at her original appearance, Qiao Ran breathed a sigh of relief, which also confirmed his guess.

This is Latias, one of the Legendary Pokémon from the Hoenn Region —the guardian of Alto Mare and the Eon Pokémon.

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This Pokémon is a Dragon/ Psychic type. Its stats in its normal state are on par with Dianxi and the others. However, its unique ability to transform into human form makes it an extremely special existence, even in the vast and complex Pokémon World.

Even in movies and comics, there are depictions of this Pokémon in Humanoid Transformation. This is why Qiao Ran could spot the clues just by looking at the other person's hairstyle. After all, with that iconic red hair and that special hairstyle, only she could do such a thing.

"Wow, it can Humanoid Transformation on our first meeting..."

The Pokémon watching from the sidelines were all amazed. For them, Humanoid Transformation wasn't anything special, but it wasn't something that could be done easily either.

Characters like Nihilego and others inexplicably met the conditions, while Rotom, who has been with Qiao Ran from the beginning, still shows no signs of being able to Humanoid Transformation.

Is this really only related to favorability ratings?

Qiao Ran stroked his chin, looking at the Pokémon that had gathered together, introducing themselves to each other, and pondered the issue of Humanoid Transformation.

Ultimately, favorability is a very mysterious value, and it might be related to certain feelings at the time. As for why Rotom hasn't taken Humanoid Transformation yet... Qiao Ran couldn't give a reasonable explanation, and could only speculate that she might have broken down.

"Um... do you need me to transform into a human as well?"

Looking at the Pokémon surrounding him, some of which had even transformed into human forms, Latias couldn't help but ask a question amidst his surprise.

Hmm? The Pokémon here all have similar abilities to mine?

"No, no need."

Dianxi and the others quickly waved their hands and automatically reverted to their original forms. Although it is definitely more beneficial for Pokémon to use their original forms and move around, they were willing to transform into human form in front of Qiao Ran.

The Pokémon got to know each other without any surprises. Only a few less sociable ones didn't participate. What Qiao Ran didn't expect was that Suicune was rather cold towards its new companion.

Could it be...?

Qiao Ran couldn't help but think back to when Latias first appeared. At that time, she appeared in human form, wearing a black and white Maid outfit. Although she didn't know why she did that, Suicune must have seen it.

--Competitors are enemies, even among Pokémon.

Some hatreds are stirred up inexplicably.

"However, with Latias joining the team, we've gained a Psychic type Pokémon..."

Although Qiao Ran had always hoped to have combat power at Yveltal's level to join their team, being from Latias was already quite fortunate.

There's nothing to criticize about this.

Every Pokémon has its own reason for existing.

Just like Psychic-type, its effects are unique.

Previously, when Qiao Ran was asleep, he was teleported away by the Nebby. At that time, he was thinking, if he had a companion with Psychic type, wouldn't he be able to teleport back on the spot?

--It wouldn't have meant spending so many days in the wild like it is now.

Moreover, Qiao Ran had texted her mother before leaving, saying that she should be able to arrive in Magic City that evening. However, due to poor signal, the message could not be sent out, and she could only manage to send a few words to explain the situation.

My cousin might think he stood her up.

"Etc."

Qiao Ran suddenly thought of a question.

Some Pokémon come with Held Item when they are drawn, such as Dianxi and Altaria, who often have stones on their bodies for Mega Evolution.

Latias, as a Pokémon, what exactly is within her...?

Yes, there are.

"...!"

Qiao Ran hadn't even finished asking his question when he glanced at Latias. However, as a Pokémon with a strong Telepathy ability, she seemed to have already understood Qiao Ran's general intention.

Her small, short hands were slightly open, and in the center of her palm lay a round Gem with a leaf-shaped cluster in the center.

This is precisely the Latias Mega Stone!

Latias has almost completely integrated into the Pokémon community.

With her keen ability to sense emotions, she quickly gained acceptance from the Pokémon. Even Suicune couldn't find fault with her. From every perspective, she was an extremely kind child.

"The real problem now is... how are we going to explain this to Lillie and the others?"

Qiao Ran fell into deep thought.

It's impossible to say that I went out for a stroll while they were having Competition and happened to catch a Legendary Pokémon, right?

Isn't this a bit too fake?

"Forget it, I'll just say I didn't meet with them before. That should be enough to fool them..."

Qiao Ran didn't plan to let Latias take the initiative to meet Lillie and the others. It wouldn't be too late to introduce them when they went to the Wild Area next time.

In fact, we'll probably meet up around dinner time in the evening.

Back in the Real World, Qiao Ran emerged from the nearby Forest. The two girls, having just finished a fierce battle, leaned wearily against each other and sat on the grass.

How was the battle just now?

Qiao Ran asked a question out of curiosity.

Although he already knew the general outcome, Qiao Ran was still quite curious about the process, and he also wanted to hear Mei's opinion.

"... Not bad. Despite being a novice Trainer, she managed to corner me several times. Lillie has done a great job. Given some time, she might even surpass me in the future."

Mei's words made Lillie blush slightly, and she could only add a sentence in a low voice.

"I... I didn't even Defeat a single Pokémon..."

"That's alright, Lillie will definitely beat me someday."

Mei wasn't too bothered by this, and Lillie's Pokémon did indeed pose a threat to her. As long as Lillie continued to grow like this, it was only a matter of time before she would have to engage in full-scale Pokémon battles with her.

By then, she will have a formidable rival and best friend, which is an exciting prospect.

"Yeah, Lillie, isn't it normal that you haven't Defeat a single one? Look at Gym Leader Jiang from Hangcheng Gym."

Qiao Ran wanted to offer some words of advice to Lillie, but before he could finish speaking, he was met with a chorus of eye rolls.

"Shutout Jiang Yuanhao out of the game," isn't that something you did yourself?

In the evening, the group gathered again at the Wild Area for dinner.

This time, Lillie and Mei also met Latias had just appeared in the Wild Area.

However, Qiao Ran explained to them that Latias had some things to do in the Wild Area and hadn't met with them before.

Lillie and Mei didn't doubt this explanation too much. After all, they hadn't explored this world of Wild Area. In their imagination, this world might be endless, and who knows what strange things might be hidden within it.

Moreover, each of the Humanoid Transformation Pokémon is very unique, and most importantly, they are all very beautiful. Some traits that are considered perfect in humans are quite common in Pokémon. Therefore, Latias was undoubtedly welcomed by the two girls.

Simply put, being good-looking can indeed allow you to do whatever you want.

At this time

She and Suicune were busy with various chores. As a Psychic type Pokémon, Latias has a unique advantage. Not only can it use Confusion to move tableware, but it can also make some minor adjustments to the ingredients. Most importantly, it can even skip the process of moving and teleport directly to various places.

Watching Latias's dazzling performance, Suicune's original idea of stepping in to deflate its arrogance as a senior ultimately came to nothing.

Continuing like this... will only bring shame upon ourselves.

Hateful.

At least when it comes to doing laundry, I'm sure I won't lose.

Because I am the real Maid.

Washing one more item is considered a victory.

Suicune secretly thought that she would definitely get her revenge in the next round.

"So cute... she's Pokémon too!"

"There are two Maid...!"

Looking at Suicune and Latias standing on either side of the dining table, Mei glanced at her Serperior once more. Why couldn't her Pokémon change?

Pokémon the differences between Pokémon really that big?

Why can't the Doctor change all Starter Pokémon to Latias?

With Latias joining them, the dinner became even more luxurious. Although Latias didn't have the same skillful cooking techniques Suicune, with the help of his Confusion, Suicune's seasoning release was even more precise.

"It tastes really good."

Qiao Ran felt more than ever before how wonderful it was to own a Pokémon with Psychic type.

As for the Dragon-type, which is easily countered by any Pokémon he encounters, it's best to just ignore it.

Let's just pretend it doesn't exist.

After dinner, Qiao Ran lay on the grass for a while, enjoying the evening breeze. Lillie and Mei had wandered off somewhere, and the other Pokémon helping with tidying up or doing other things, so no one disturbed his peace during this time.

Until a red and black villainous face suddenly appeared in front of him.

The one who came was none other than the Avatar of Death, Yveltal.

"...!"

Qiao Ran shuddered; she was genuinely startled by her.

It was late at night, and she was practically one with the darkness.

"W-what's wrong?"

"Fine."

In response to Qiao Ran's question, a strange light flashed in Yveltal's blue eyes.

"You've almost fully recovered. It's time for the reward we talked about during the battle, isn't it?"

What she was referring to was actually a promise Qiao Ran had made during the battle in Hangcheng. In order to motivate the sometimes disobedient Yveltal, Qiao Ran would often use these things to whet her appetite.

However, it seems that... it has become a kind of conventional rule.

Yveltal's eyes narrowed slightly.

"If you renege on your debt, you really will die, okay?"

Do you want to die?