In the next few days, the group stayed in the palace.
During the day, they practiced in the training ground of the palace and got familiar with the new environment. In the evening, they ate and drank in the suite and enjoyed royal-level services.
Occasionally, when the mood strikes, Xiaoyun will take Dawn for a walk in the garden, euphemistically called "cultivating feelings."
Little Blondie turned into a training maniac, seizing the last moment to practice like crazy.
Sharpening one's gun in the face of battle will bring displeasure to one's unhappiness.
Volcanion and Magearna also found their own fun.
Volcanion discovered a huge natural hot spring in the mountain behind the palace. I soaked in it every day and felt as happy as a god.
Magearna followed Raleigh, visiting the ancient library and cutting-edge laboratories of the royal family, and seemed to be very interested in the combination of technology and history.
It was a comfortable and fulfilling life.
This luxurious life continued until the day before the game.
"Xiaoyun! Dawn! Here we come!"
A voice full of Hustle came from the entrance of the palace.
Xiaoyun and several others were drinking tea in the garden. When they heard the sound, they looked over and saw Ash running in with Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie in a hurry.
"Satoshi! Long time no see!"
"Ah, do you usually live here?"
Ash looked at the gorgeous palaces, exquisite gardens, and the maids coming and going, his eyes widened.
Behind him, Serena and Clemont were also greatly shocked, and Bonnie even screamed:
"So big and beautiful! Even more beautiful than the castle on TV!"
"Well, let's stay here for a few days."
Xiaoyun nodded and pointed to the refreshments next to him:
"Would you like some tea? The black tea specially provided by the palace tastes good."
Ash Several people came over and sat down, took the tea from the maid, took a sip, and then...
"This is so enjoyable!"
Several people looked happy.
I want them to stay in the players' hotel. Although it is a single room, the room is not small and has complete facilities.
But compared with this one, the gap immediately increased.
"There is also a garden, a fountain, and a maid sister here!"
Bonnie looked around and jumped directly to a maid, blinking his big eyes:
Sister, are you single? My brother... ugh..."
"Sorry, sorry, my sister is still young and her brain has not yet developed well."
Clemont covered Bonnie's mouth with the force of Thunderclap, with an awkward yet polite smile on his face.
Serena sat next to Dawn, his eyes full of envy. "Dawn, you guys have been living here for the past few days, it's so comfortable..."
Dawn smiled sheepishly, "It was arranged by Prince Raleigh. We didn't expect the conditions to be so good."
"Who are Mr. Xiaoyun's friends?"
At this time, Prince Raleigh came over, followed by Magearna.
Hearing that Ash and his group were friends of Xiaoyun, he immediately waved his hand:
"Are you friends with Mr. Xiaoyun? Then let's move in together! There are many empty rooms here, so don't be polite!"
"Really? Can Bonnie also live here?"
Bonnie was the first to jump up, his eyes shining like stars.
"Of course! Stay as long as you want! I'll have the room ready right now!"
Raleigh was so fascinated by the little girl's adoring eyes that she patted her chest in assurance.
Bonnie said even sweeter, "His Royal Highness is such a good person!"
Raleigh (tactical retreat): It's worth it! This is much more comfortable than listening to those ministers nagging!
"Thank you Prince!"
Ash Several people quickly thanked me and were very happy.
Although there is nothing wrong with staying in a player hotel, the presidential suite can make people feel more relaxed and happy.
"By the way, are you all participating?"
Xiaoyun looked at Ash and the others and asked.
"Only Ash participated." Serena said with some embarrassment, "Clemont and I are still in the Great Ball rank, but we didn't reach Great Ball..."
As the competition approaches, the nearby players are getting stronger and stronger, and even the gym owner and the others have met several of them.
And the strange thing is that the gym leaders who were defeated in the first place are now ridiculously strong and cannot be defeated at all.
Or is this the strength of the museum owner? Then how could Clemont...
"Serena, why do I always feel like you are thinking of something very presumptuous?"
Clemont squinted his eyes, the lenses reflecting light.
"Ah, no, no, Clemont, you are sensitive."
Serena waved his hands quickly, but his eyes were a little wandering.
Xiaoyun watched their interaction and couldn't help but laugh. The gym leader let the gym go during the war. It was an industry practice to give newcomers a chance.
But the championship is a formal competition, and the gym owners will naturally have to show their true skills. This is normal.
However, Clemont's situation is quite special. He is also an inventor as a gym leader. He usually spends most of his time on research, and his combat capabilities may indeed be inferior to those of gym leaders who specialize in combat.
But this does not mean that he is weak, well... it is also possible that the agency Clembot is stronger than him.
"By the way, do you want to go to the contestants' hotel? Tomorrow is the opening ceremony. Everyone is here today. Maybe you can meet someone you know!"
Barry suggested, looking excited.
Xiaoyun nodded. "Okay, I just want to go shopping and see if I have any old friends."
"Then let's go! I'll lead the way for you!" Ash volunteered.
"No, we have this." Xiaoyun raised his hand and pointed at an aircraft parked outside the garden.
The aircraft has a gorgeous shape, smooth lines, and a metallic glow in the sunlight, which is so cool.
"Si Guo alas--!"
Ash's eyes lit up again and he circled around the aircraft several times.
Aircraft! This is too luxurious! Bringing a special plane with you when you go out?
Ash, who relies on his physical fitness to travel all year round, has never seen such a arrogant scene.
Compared with this, the previous Gary sports car is simply inferior.
"This is the royal family's aircraft. Prince Raleigh lent it to us." Xiaoyun explained.
Raleigh is another tactical fallback.
He is an ordinary Raleigh, with many billions of dollars in wealth, and it is not a big deal to introduce him.
"Bonnie wants to sit too!"
Bonnie raised his little hand with a look of expectation.
Barry looked at this scene, touched his chin and muttered:
"Can't you sit down? There seem to be a lot of people among us?"
Xiaoyun and the others, plus Ash, will definitely not be able to fit in one plane.
Xiaoyun looked at Raleigh with an expression of "I'm sorry to trouble you again":
"Raleigh, let's borrow more and go in two batches. I won't embarrass you too much, right?"
When Raleigh heard this, he became anxious on the spot:
"Have you made a mistake? Mr. Xiaoyun, you have just made a mistake! If the country next door hears it, you will think that our country cannot afford to fly a few aircraft!"
He turned around and ordered to his attendants, saying boldly, "Here comes someone! Send a few more aircraft over here!"
"One person, one person!"
Kimia stood aside, hesitating to speak, and finally turned into a long sigh.
This prodigal brother... can't be saved, just bury him.