Xia Chi's latest installment of "Approaching the Great Crater of Paldea" had undoubtedly caused a worldwide sensation.
Not only Steven and Wallace, but many other top Trainers, researchers, and even celebrities from all walks of life had decided to travel to Levincia in the Paldea Region on April 20 to attend the Terastallization launch.
Even Professor Oak, who posted his corny Pokémon senryu jokes on social media every day, had broken with tradition and shared a photo.
The photo showed two plane tickets for an April 18 flight from Viridian City to Levincia.
Without question, Professor Oak and his grandson Blue would also attend this Pokémon research extravaganza that was sure to shake the world.
Meanwhile, Xia Chi had returned from Medali to the familiar city of Levincia.
Iono hadn't come to meet him at the airport this time.
It wasn't because their feelings had faded or she was too busy. Xia Chi simply hadn't told her.
Tell that to my Flutter Mane in a few days.jpg
That was a joke, of course. If Iono really sent out her core team and battled at full strength...
Pawmot could boost its stats, break Disguise with any move, then knock Flutter Mane out with a single Thunder Punch.
Forget dragging the battle into the late game. Sister Mane wouldn't even get a chance to use Pain Split or refresh Disguise.
Still, Geeta must have already told Iono about the exhibition match. How they would put on their "show" would depend on Iono.
To ensure Flutter Mane's appearance on launch day would make an impact, Xia Chi hadn't let it go out these past few evenings.
Worried that Sister Mane might feel unfairly treated, Xia Chi hadn't gone out to explore Levincia much either.
Every day, he stayed in his hotel room or