On the way to the Tree of Beginning, Gary and his companions rested near a field of geysers.
Brock prepared his signature travel sandwiches. There was no denying it: Taro Sauce with ham and lettuce tasted incredible.
Young Master Mao showed off a little too, making rainbow jam sandwiches.
One layer had jam made from seven kinds of Berries, and another had butter and Cheese, giving them a rich texture and a delicious sweetness.
"Oh my gosh, I can't even imagine how wonderful it would be to travel with both of them." May cupped her round cheeks as she ate her sandwich, so happy she was practically floating.
"Mm-hmm..." Jessie and James nodded in agreement as they stuffed their faces, their cheeks working furiously.
Even Lucario's mouth curved slightly after a bite.
Originally, the canine had refused to accept this handout, but Young Master Mao had told him, "I used your Plain Berries too, so you're entitled to share the food."
Only then had Lucario persuaded himself to take a bite, and after that, there was no stopping him.
Brock and Young Master Mao planted their hands on their hips and nodded in satisfaction. "Sorry we couldn't offer more!"
After lunch, the geysers were still erupting, so everyone simply decided to soak in the hot springs.
Lucario sat off in the distance, keeping to himself. Young Master Mao walked over to him with a smile.
"Don't just sit around looking so sour. Why don't you tell me what's making you unhappy so I can enjoy it?" Young Master Mao took off his shoes and dipped his feet into the hot spring as he spoke.
"You really have a nasty personality," Lucario complained with a frown.
"Pfft, is that the nastiest thing you can come up with?" Young Master Mao smiled,