Akala Island, Pokémon Center.
In the kitchen.
Li Wei had already memorized the secret recipe for Akala Curry and was considering how to adapt the dish for Shaymin.
Li Wei asked, "Miss Olivia, could you give me the recipe for Akala Curry?"
Olivia nodded. "Of course. I'll write it down for you in a bit!"
If anyone else had asked, Olivia would not have agreed.
But Li Wei had met island guardians such as Tapu Koko and Tapu Lele,
which meant he had already earned their approval.
Besides, Li Wei was Cynthia's friend and had helped the Alola Region establish the Alola League.
Most importantly, Li Wei was a Master Tier chef who would never waste these precious ingredients.
Whatever way she looked at it, Olivia had no reason to refuse.
"Thank you."
As he spoke, Li Wei's Pokémon Curry was ready as well.
Accompanied by Moltres's ringing cry, a phantom image of Moltres quietly appeared in the kitchen...
The Moltres-class Pokémon Curry was fresh out of the pot.
For Arcanine, Lucario, and the others who liked a kick, he had specially prepared an extra-spicy batch,
adding more Volcano Peppers and spicy Berries, followed by a final Reaper Chili...
The heat was nothing short of overpowering.
He had also prepared a sweet batch for Diancie, Meloetta, and the others who preferred sweet food, blending in extra Mago Berries and Honey for a mellow, rich flavor.
Night fell, and the campfire was lit once more.
Everyone sat together, with steaming Pokémon Curry in a variety of flavors laid out before them.
The Trainers and Pokémon dug in, their laughter mingling with satisfied sighs.
"Pikachu, let's see who can eat faster!"
"Pika pi!"
Mallow carefully shared the sweet curry among the Pokémon who could not handle spice, while Kiawe showered Li Wei's