The sound seemed to carry a peculiar power, instantly soothing every restless element in the air and filling everyone and every Pokémon who heard it with a sense of peace.
"Gugou?" Zigzagoon looked at the gift before it. The moment it heard the bell, its tiny body trembled slightly, and its large eyes were firmly drawn to the little bell.
Xinhai took out the Soothe Bell, tied it with a thin red string, and gently placed it around Zigzagoon's neck.
"Jingle~" With Zigzagoon's breathing and subtle movements, the Soothe Bell gave off soft, clear chimes, like mountain spring water dripping onto rocks.
"Gugou..." Zigzagoon lowered its head to look at the bell on its chest, then stretched out a little paw and lightly touched it. The bell rang pleasantly once more.
It felt as though the unease and timidity that often lingered in its heart were gradually being soothed and driven away by the continuous ringing.
An unprecedented sense of safety and tranquility wrapped around it. It could not help narrowing its eyes and letting out a comfortable, slightly dependent cry as it took the initiative to rub its head against Xinhai's hand.
"Do you like it?" Xinhai gently stroked Zigzagoon's fluffy little head.
"Gugou! Gugou! (✪▽✪)" (I like it! I love it!) Zigzagoon nodded its little head vigorously and happily bounced twice on the spot. The crisp bell rang without pause, making the entire training room seem filled with a warm and joyful atmosphere.
Seeing Zigzagoon so cheerful for once, Xinhai and the other Pokémon all smiled happily.
"All right, next is Sandile's." Xinhai picked up a [Hard Stone (High Quality)] that was dark gray throughout, smooth as a mirror, and cold and hard to the touch.
"Hei-oh!" Sandile had long since been unable to wait. Seeing the stone