On the 132nd day after leaving the Orange Islands, it rained lightly.
Early in the morning, a drizzling rain began to fall from the sky. Raindrops pattered against the ground and the tent, making faint tapping sounds.
The rain veiled the land in a hazy mist. The air was filled with a fresh, damp scent, and every breath carried a trace of coolness.
During the days they had crossed the desert, the dry climate had nearly made them forget what a light rain looked like. Gloomy, rainy weather was pretty nice.
Today was the second day of camping. They had rested here for another day yesterday. As usual, A Long woke earlier than Yu Hai. He wore a light outdoor windbreaker, dotted with beads of rainwater.
He had already set up a rain shelter around the campsite. It was made of sturdy waterproof fabric, shielding both them and the Pokémon from the wind and rain.
Afterward, he began preparing breakfast. Ingredients rolled about in a pot over the simple stove, giving off waves of tempting fragrance.
When Yu Hai woke up, he groggily glanced at the watch on his wrist and instantly widened his eyes. It was already ten o'clock, and something furry was lying on top of him.
Umbreon was still sprawled lazily across him, sleeping soundly. Its fluffy body was warm. Yu Hai helplessly grabbed Umbreon by the scruff of its neck, gently lifted it aside, then rolled over and sat up, stretching deeply.
Umbreon was somewhat displeased at being suddenly lifted by the scruff. It gave two soft whines, its round eyes half-open as though it were still complaining about having its sweet dream disturbed.
Yu Hai smiled and rubbed Umbreon's belly. After yawning, he got up and left the tent to brush his teeth and wash