February 28, Pokémon Restaurant.
As the weather gradually warmed, business at the Pokémon Restaurant settled into a steady rhythm, and its membership continued to grow.
The Pokémon Restaurant's revenue was even higher than Li Wei had originally projected.
The Breeding Center's existing customers, nearby households, and residents of central Jubilife City,
along with residents of neighboring Oreburgh City, Sandgem Town, and Floaroma Town, were all potential customers.
There were even customers who traveled all the way from Kanto, Johto, or the Hoenn Region just to visit.
Three women and a little girl entered the Breeding Center. When the girl spotted the magnificent Arcanine at the entrance, her eyes sparkled.
Nami scratched her cheek. "Huh? This Arcanine wasn't here the last time we came, was it?"
Lily shook her head. "This isn't Xiao Wei's Arcanine. It has scars on its face, too."
The little girl looked up at Black.
"Can I pet it?"
Black was a little surprised. It was rare to see a little girl who wasn't afraid of an Arcanine this large.
A smile spread across Black's face. "You'll have to ask Arcanine. I'm not its Trainer."
"Arcanine, can I pet you?"
Arcanine, which had been propped up on its front legs, settled down, looking perfectly harmless.
"Woof!"
"You're so cute, Arcanine!"
The little girl threw herself onto Arcanine, burying her face completely in its mane.
Arcanine stuck out its tongue and licked her cheek. Rather than being frightened, the girl burst out laughing,
"Hahaha! That tickles!"
The short-haired woman shook her head helplessly,
"Honestly."
Lily smiled. "It's all right. We're here to eat, so let's go in first. You can play after lunch."
"Okay."
The little girl reluctantly pulled away from Arcanine. "Arcanine, I'll come back and play with you this afternoon."
Black could only think...
*Arcanine has