Night—
Night fell quietly. Tonight was a rare full moon, and soft moonlight spilled across the ground outside, draping the entire land in a veil of silver.
Warm yellow light filled the dining table indoors, casting a cozy glow over everyone's faces. The Pokémon had gathered nearby as well, happily enjoying their own food.
Beside Yu Hai, the well-behaved Umbreon lay quietly. Every now and then, it raised its head and watched their conversation with bright, lively eyes.
Seated across from him were Yanbo and Auntie Xima, who were also about to eat. Yanbo calmly picked up his bowl and chopsticks and casually asked, "Xiao Hai, weren't you with Old Turtle last time? Why did you come all the way here? Are you planning to take Gyarados and the others away?"
As he spoke, he picked up some food with his chopsticks and slowly chewed it. His gaze seemed to drift toward Yu Hai from time to time, as though trying to glean something from his answer.
Yu Hai thought for a moment, lifted his bowl and took a mouthful of rice, then set down his chopsticks. Only after swallowing did he unhurriedly reply, "Yanbo, I set out from the Kanto Region and traveled to Johto. After leaving the Silver Mountain Range, I arrived at Cherrygrove City, so I came by to visit you while I was nearby."
He paused, then added, "As for Gyarados and the others, I think they're doing pretty well here and can learn a lot. I don't plan to take them away for the time being..."
"Heh, you brat." Yanbo immediately understood what Yu Hai meant, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly. He did not mind at all and merely teased him a little. After all, keeping a few more Pokémon for a