[Giratina (Cynthia)]: "I've already called in the staff from the Celestic Town Historical Research Institute. News should be released tomorrow."
[Giratina (Cynthia)]: "You played an important part in discovering the ruins too, and I'd like to share this moment with you. If possible, I'd even love for you to come here."
[Giratina (Cynthia)]: "Are you asleep, Teacher Shuiye?"
[Giratina (Cynthia)]: "See you tomorrow ^_^"
Cynthia had sent more than twenty messages, clear proof of how thrilled she had been after discovering the Spear Pillar Ruins last night.
She had even ended with a "^_^" emoticon, something she almost never used.
Xia Chi couldn't help smiling as he replied, "Congratulations, Cynthia! This is a huge step forward for mythological history. I can't make it to Sinnoh right now, since I need to prepare for the World Pokémon Academy Tournament in March, but I'll definitely visit Spear Pillar someday!"
That wasn't just a polite brush-off about coming next time. Now that he was in the Pokémon world, how could he not visit all its iconic sites?
His top priority right now, though, was getting stronger. Even something as irresistible as meeting Cynthia in person had to wait.
No women in my heart, nothing but godlike battles!
I'm going to become a master of Pokémon battling. Romance would only get in the way!
Xia Chi had barely finished making his sigma vow when a voice call from Cynthia came through on Piplup.
Xia Chi: "..."
Seriously, who could resist this?
Was there anyone in this world who could turn down an early-morning call from Cynthia?
No!
Oh well. I was only making the same mistake any man would.
With a rueful sigh, Xia Chi tapped the answer button. A mature woman's voice came through, slightly husky and rich-a voice that somehow made it