Helping Mom with Work

Just as Xinhai placed two exquisite breakfasts in front of Eevee and Sandile, Gardevoir floated over gracefully, carrying a tray with Psychic power. Xinhai's breakfast was laid out on it.

There were two perfectly cooked omelets, three different kinds of Berries, a cup of warm Moomoo Milk, and a heated Nutritious Meal.

"Gardevoir~" (Your breakfast, Xinhai.) Gardevoir gently set the tray on the dining table, her red eyes full of consideration.

"Thank you, Gardevoir." Warmth filled Xinhai's heart. He sat down, first pushing Eevee and Sandile's breakfasts toward them. Only after watching the two little ones eagerly dig in did he begin eating his own.

He finished the Nutritious Meal, omelets, and Berries, then drank every last drop of Moomoo Milk and let out a satisfied breath.

Afterward, he and Gardevoir washed the used dishes and utensils and put them away neatly.

Once that was done, Xinhai brought Eevee, Gardevoir, and Sandile out into the yard.

The morning sunlight was just right, spilling across the dew-covered lawn. The air was filled with the fresh scent of grass and soil.

His father Yantai's Zigzagoon was training speed and reaction time with Mightyena and Xinhai's Zigzagoon. Three brown figures darted rapidly outside the yard, kicking up gusts of wind.

Xinhai did not disturb them. He stopped in an open patch of grass at the center of the yard. Eevee and Sandile lay obediently nearby to watch, while Gardevoir and Blaziken stood at his side, quietly guarding him.

Xinhai closed his eyes, adjusted his breathing, and calmed his mind. Blaziken and Gardevoir followed his movements as well.

After three breaths, Xinhai slowly assumed the Commencing Form and began practicing the Tai Chi that had long since become instinctive.

His movements were slow and fluid, flowing like drifting clouds and running water. His body