Once Leon learned that Hu Bin would arrive that day, he had prepared a barbecue at his home in Stow-on-Side well in advance.
Hu Jiaxing and Zhao Lifang watched Hu Bin leave with proud smiles. Their son had grown up and become strong. Now that he was a member of the Elite Four, Hu Bin's stage was no longer Huaxia, but the world!
At two in the afternoon, Hu Bin finally arrived at Leon's home in Stow-on-Side.
A barbecue grill had already been set up in Leon's courtyard, ready for Hu Bin to come over and enjoy a feast!
After arriving, Hu Bin let all his Pokémon out.
Leon came over too, delighted to see Hu Bin.
Hu Bin said apologetically to Leon, "Sorry, Leon. I'm a little late!"
Easygoing as ever, Leon clapped Hu Bin on the shoulder and said, "It's fine! We're friends, aren't we? Come on, let's eat. Rest here for the day afterward, and I'll take you over there tomorrow."
Hu Bin nodded gratefully. Leon really was a loyal friend, a true buddy!
Leon and his family enjoyed a barbecue with Hu Bin.
It was pure happiness!
That night, Hu Bin rested at Leon's home, ready to set off for the Isle of Armor early the next morning.
Whenever Hu Bin visited the Galar Region, Leon welcomed him warmly. After the Eternatus incident, their friendship had become especially close.
The next day, Leon took Hu Bin to the station, where they boarded a train for the Isle of Armor!
The Isle of Armor was an island bought by the fabulously wealthy Mustard. It was home to his dojo, along with forests and surrounding seas where many powerful Pokémon lived.
It was a great place to train and grow stronger. Leon himself had trained there before going