Hu Bin took out his phone and checked the time. Hmm, seven thirty in the evening. It looked like he couldn't go out again today. He would have to wait until tomorrow to keep searching for Nihilego!
Hu Bin pulled a tent out of his bag and started setting it up in the cave. He had gone to all that trouble to bring it back, so not using it would be a waste! The temperature got pretty low at night, but having a tent made all the difference. It maintained a steady temperature and kept the wind out!
Ninetales and Torchic came over to help, too. Ninetales had pitched tents with Hu Bin before, so this time, Ninetales confidently taught Torchic and the intensely curious Dratini how to put one up, looking every bit like the head of Hu Bin's household!
Before long, the tent was ready. Ninetales, Torchic, and Dratini had all helped quite a bit, and they had done a proper job of it, saving Hu Bin plenty of effort!
Hu Bin couldn't help marveling at how reassuring it was to have obedient, sensible Pokémon at home. They were all practically becoming little housekeeping experts!
After pitching the tent, Hu Bin didn't sit around. He started making dinner, which was delicious Curry Rice again. Dratini could hardly wait. Nothing mattered more than getting a good meal!
After spending the day together, Dratini had grown especially attached to Hu Bin. Wherever he went, Dratini followed, sticking close to him and showing plenty of affection!
Hu Bin was all smiles, too. Dratini was simply adorable-a must-have for any tough guy!
Seeing Dratini like this, Ninetales and Torchic chuckled as well. It looked like their family was about to gain a new member. How exciting!
Torchic was especially delighted. As the