Heading to Lavaridge Town Soon

Back at the Pokémon Center, the lobby was still bustling with people. Carrying Eevee in his arms, Xinhai reached the front desk after waiting in line for a few minutes.

"Sorry for the trouble, Nurse Joy. My partners just had a Gym battle and need a full checkup and recovery." Xinhai handed over the Poké Balls containing Blaziken, Sandile, Zigzagoon, and Mightyena, along with his Pokédex.

"Certainly, leave them to me." Nurse Joy quickly entered a few commands, returned his Pokédex, and said, "Please wait in the lounge over there. We'll notify you once the treatment is complete."

"Thank you, Nurse Joy."

Taking back his Pokédex, Xinhai carried Eevee to the lounge and found a relatively quiet corner to sit in.

Eevee curled obediently on his lap, its little head resting against his arm. Though it had been excited just moments ago, a trace of fatigue quietly crept into its eyes after it relaxed.

About half an hour later, Xinhai's name sounded over the announcement system. He went to the front desk, where Nurse Joy returned the three Poké Balls to him.

"Your partners have fully recovered and are all in excellent condition," Nurse Joy said with a smile, appreciation in her eyes.

"That's wonderful. Thank you so much, Nurse Joy!" Xinhai thanked her sincerely as he took the Poké Balls, finally relaxing completely.

Back in the room, Xinhai released all his partners.

Red light flashed in succession as Blaziken, Gardevoir, Zigzagoon, Mightyena, and Sandile appeared once more.

After Nurse Joy's meticulous treatment, all their injuries had vanished. Other than some fur that had been trimmed, they looked no different from before they had set out, still as lively and energetic as ever.

"How do you all feel?" Xinhai asked with a smile, his concerned gaze sweeping over every partner.