"A goal?" Seeing Xia You bring it up himself, Erika grew serious too. "Not really. After all, traveling to Johto was something I only recently decided on a whim. I don't have any particularly concrete plans."
"I see..." Xia You rubbed his chin. "All right, then I'll start by telling you about where I've seen Pokémon along the way. I haven't been traveling in Johto for very long, and I haven't explored the whole region, but at least I can give you a rough idea."
As he spoke, he took his Pokédex out of his jacket and opened the map on his phone. Using both devices, he told Erika in detail about the Grass-type Pokémon he had recorded and the places he had passed through.
He went on for five or six minutes, only pausing when he felt a little thirsty. He picked up his teacup and took a sip to moisten his throat.
During that break, Erika brought out a plate of tea cakes and refilled his cup.
It had to be said that, as a traditional woman from a distinguished family, Erika was educated, sensible, and well versed in etiquette. Not only was she deft with her hands and skilled at cooking and flower arranging, but she was also meticulous in everything she did.
When spending time with her, there was no need to say anything or worry about what to do next. Whatever it was, she always had it covered.
She was beautiful and had some real strength, too. She was practically the perfect woman!
After thanking her, Xia You ate another tea cake.
The tea cakes were exquisitely shaped, soft and fluffy, and melted in his mouth. They really did look as good as they tasted!
They also reminded Xia You of the time he and