Melemele Island, Kala'e Bay.
Mallow's Pokémon Curry won unanimous approval, including from Li Wei's Pokémon.
That gave Mallow even more confidence.
Mallow said excitedly, "Now I can make it for everyone when we go camping this weekend!"
"Teacher Li Wei, Professor Kukui, would you like to come camping with us this weekend?"
Professor Kukui shook his head. "I'm afraid I can't. I have something important to take care of this weekend."
Li Wei shook his head too. "I won't be going either. I'm planning to head back to Jubilife City."
Mallow nodded reluctantly. "All right."
"Just have fun, and stay safe."
"We will!"
"Go home and get some rest. You still have to visit the other islands tomorrow and battle the remaining Gym Leaders."
"Right!"
"I'll have Latias take you home."
Li Wei didn't need to worry about Professor Kukui and Ash. Professor Kukui's house was very close to his own, which was the main reason they had been invited over for the tasting.
"Latias, take Mallow back to Aina's Kitchen."
"Got it!"
After eating the Pokémon Curry Mallow had made,
Latias was returning the favor.
As Li Wei watched Latias carry Mallow home, his desire to take Mallow on as his apprentice grew stronger.
He had only taught Mallow to cook a handful of times, yet she could already make Milcery-class Pokémon Curry...
In terms of cooking talent alone, she was probably above Dawn and Shiyin. He couldn't let that talent go to waste.
Friday soon arrived.
Li Wei had originally planned to return to the Theme Park that morning, but Kiawe said he had mastered Sunny Day.
So Li Wei decided to stay and witness the results of his practice.
The sunshine was just right that Friday morning.
Kiawe returned to Li Wei with his Turtonator and