Wyndon, a villa on the outskirts.
It was late autumn, and the northern city of Wyndon had already seen its first snowfall.
Snowflakes swirled among the pines, while noise and delicious aromas mingled inside the villa.
The cooking area was divided into an indoor kitchen and an open-air kitchen.
Li Wei and his dad were helping the Old Master in the kitchen.
They were preparing nothing but substantial dishes, along with two whole sheep.
The outdoor kitchen belonged to Brock, who had learned his cooking skills during his travels.
"That smells amazing!!!"
Ash, Akin, and Lt. Surge struck identical poses, sticking out their backsides as they took a deep breath...
So did Silver's Umbreon.
Silver: "..."
Brock smiled. "Almost ready. Yellow, pass me the rosemary."
Brock was focused on brushing his secret sauce onto the plump roast lamb, which gave an enticing sizzle as it met the hot oil.
Once he sprinkled on the rosemary, the roast lamb smelled even more fragrant, and Brock closed the lid.
The living room was even livelier.
Cynthia, Elesa, Diantha, Shauntal, Lorelei, and the others were chatting with Li Wei's mother, Wen Hui, and his Elder Aunt, Mizuho.
Cynthia wore comfortable cream-colored loungewear, her long golden hair cascading down like a waterfall and gleaming softly in the light spilling through the room.
Even in a living room full of beautiful women, Cynthia stood out.
Li Wei's mother, Wen Hui, watched the lively scene inside with a gentle smile on her lips.
At first, Wen Hui had thought her son wasn't very good at socializing.
He had no friends around him and preferred spending time alone with Lucario and Arcanine.
Everything had changed after he opened the Breeding Center in Jubilife City.
Li Wei now had quite a few friends around him, and he had