Following the old man, Ye Qing arrived at a sword-like mountain peak. Halfway up the mountain, an imposing gate carved into the shape of a Dragon Beast stood amid the forest.
Near the gate was a level stone platform, with several pavilions built from rare timber for Trainers to rest in.
"Please wait here a moment. We have prepared some local refreshments for you."
After bringing Ye Qing to a pavilion, the old man politely turned and left.
"Thank you."
Ye Qing sat in the pavilion, surrounded by birdsong and fragrant flowers. Not far away, a waterfall cascaded down from the mountain peak. It truly was a rare and wonderful place.
"Is this my hometown?"
Water Card Genesect came over to Ye Qing. Every so often, she could not help asking again.
"Wait a little longer. Once I finish my business here, I'll take you all home."
Ye Qing had the four Genesect sit beside him and shared the refreshments on the table with them.
Ye Qing took a bite of a pastry, and its fragrant, soft, pleasantly chewy texture instantly won over his taste buds.
"Well? Does it taste like home?"
Watching the Genesect savor their food, Ye Qing asked curiously.
Hearing Ye Qing's question, the other three Genesect ignored him and simply ate the pastries in their hands in silence.
"No, but it's delicious."
Only Water Card Genesect noticed that Ye Qing looked a little awkward and kindly offered a reply.
"Then have some more."
These taciturn companions gave Ye Qing a headache, so he simply stopped trying to make conversation.
"Whether in fire, in water, or in the forest..."
"Wang Yao?"
Looking at the caller ID on his phone, Ye Qing was rather surprised.
"What's up, Yao? Not busy lately?"
It had been a long time since