The luxury speedboat certainly lived up to its name. Before sunset, Young Master Mao and his group had already reached Dewford Island.
Dewford Island lay in northern Hoenn and was shaped like Tsushima.
With its considerable size and varied terrain, including beaches, caves, and wetlands, it was reasonably prosperous.
Since she still had work to do, Ms. Kimiyo gave Kimarō a few reminders, left the yacht behind, and took the ferry back to Verdanturf Town that night.
Young Master Mao led the two youngsters out of the private harbor and onto the beach.
"Teacher, are we going to Dewford Gym now?" Brendan asked eagerly.
Young Master Mao had changed into shorts and a floral shirt. He slid his sunglasses down his nose. "Kid, you're getting cocky. Brawly isn't Roxanne. He won't go easy on either of you."
"Teacher, what's the purpose of our trip, then?" Kimarō asked obediently, holding Bagon's Pokémon Egg.
"First, we'll find an inn and rest. Tomorrow's a day off!" Young Master Mao planted his hands on his hips and said seriously, "I'm entering the Water Surf Race tomorrow. You two can sunbathe, sleep in, or check out pretty girls on the beach."
"Huh?!" The two youngsters were utterly astonished.
Young Master Mao smiled. He had originally wanted to laze around for a day himself, but the problem was that the winner's prize for this surf race was actually a Super Rod!
Young Master Mao was still using a Good Rod himself. Who do they think they are, using something better than mine? I've got to win it!
"Now, let's find an inn and rest. Make sure you get plenty of rest on your day off tomorrow. Starting the day after, you'll be undergoing hellish special training." Young Master Mao grew serious. "If you don't stay sharp,