Chapter 229: Warm dinner, Serena regrets!

Mudan: No pressure won't do, but it also depends on the person; Bai Ash's side is just no good, the bicycle is fixed, he straightforwardly told Xiaoxia that the bicycle is fixed, so Xiaoxia can go home quickly.

Changpu: He's simply a straight-as-steel man, unlike Black Satoshi's love confession; at least he should comfort her a bit.

Xiaomao: No hope, everyone shows it so clearly, Ash still hasn't noticed, helpless...... all his talent is poured into Poké Ball.

Huazi: There is a bit, but Ash was still pure back then; he simply fixed Xiaoxia's bicycle, happy to let her go home quickly, didn't think about the other side; now Ash wouldn't be like that, he has grown, become mature.

Love confession?

Seeing his Black World self love-confess to Xiaoxia, Ash went braindead, recalling the bits and pieces of his travels with Xiaoxia, starting from Pikachu damaging her bicycle and getting entangled, then at the Cerulean Gym he had another battle with Xiaoxia, interrupted midway by the Team Rocket Trio, and while traveling together later they still bickered.

Their relationship improved amidst the quarrels, and their bond grew deeper.

Seeing Black Satoshi tell Black Xiaoxia about the Orange Islands, back then I really didn't notice that much; actually that Gym Leader wanted Xiaoxia to stay, fortunately Xiaoxia later cheered him on, and Squirtle also learned Water Cannon and successfully defeated the opponent's Poké Ball.

And that Gym Leader's last words were: Ash, you must cherish Xiaoxia well.

The Gym Leader also saw that Xiaoxia and Ash's relationship was very good, and Xiaoxia still liked traveling with Ash.

I indeed overlooked this matter back then...... Ash now recalling how Xiaoxia felt hearing such a straightforward answer, she would surely be speechless, her heart definitely upset, no wonder she angrily ran out of the Poké Ball Center immediately.

Go back and make it up properly, try to learn from Black Satoshi how to better take care of one's 'good friend'.

Ash looked expectantly at the Black Light Screen.

Serena was thoughtful, noticing Ash's change in expression, thinking Ash must have realized where she fell short, preparing to learn from Black Satoshi to improve.

For this, Serena eagerly awaited Ash's love confession.

Even if Ash doesn't confess, it's fine; she can also confess!

After thinking, Serena's face turned red again!

Black World—

After the love confession, both of their moods were unusually light; the hands they held each other didn't let go, but gripped even tighter, as if to convey that certainty and joy in their hearts.

Thus shoulder to shoulder, they walked back to the Poké Ball Center with light steps.

Brock was still chatting with Miss Joy, after all Miss Joy is the older-sister type he likes; without Xiaoxia's restraint, Brock felt very much at ease.

Seeing the two return, still hand-in-hand, Brock gave an auntie smile, then gave Ash a thumbs-up, awesome awesome!

"Ah! Is this the beautiful youth?"

Brock felt deeply moved, his tone full of envy.

Miss Joy, hearing that, also covered her mouth and chuckled lightly, her eyes sparkling with a gentle light.

Seeing this, Xiaoxia's face turned even redder like a ripe apple, she shyly lowered her head, but the corner of her mouth couldn't help but turn up.

After returning, Brock also received a message from home; he also needs to go back to help, so he can't accompany Ash on the journey.

"It's fine, I understand!"

Ash's eyes flashed a hint of loss; thinking about how the travel companions from the start would gradually leave, his heart inevitably welled up with reluctance.

"Let's first go back to Pallet Town for a meal before leaving."

At this time, Ash received a call from his mother; she had made a very abundant dinner, waiting for them to return.

"Great, I really miss Aunt Huazi's cooking."

Xiaoxia agreed, mainly wanting to spend more time with Ash.

Not long after, Ash's group returned to Pallet Town.

At this time it was exactly evening, the sun set, the horizon dyed with orange-red afterglow.

The Magic Wall Doll was standing at the gate, holding a broom, meticulously cleaning the yard. The plants in the yard, after its careful care, appeared especially vibrant, each leaf shimmering with healthy luster. The ground was even cleaner, with no trash seen.

"Magic Wall Doll!"

Seeing the Magic Wall Doll outside the gate, Ash shouted happily.

"Pika!"

Pikachu couldn't contain its excitement, it leapt down from Ash's shoulder like a yellow small cannonball, rushing quickly toward the Magic Wall Doll.

Hearing the familiar sound, the Magic Wall Doll immediately stopped its work, eyes flashing with excited light.

"Bari!"

The Magic Wall Doll saw Ash's group return, immediately threw down its broom, excitedly ran over, opened its arms, directly hugged Pikachu, face beaming with a happy smile.

"Back already!"

Huazi opened the door, smiling broadly at the returning few.

"Aunt Huazi!"

Xiaoxia was a bit reserved, her identity changed, facing Huazi she felt nervous; on the way here, she silently cheered herself up, tidied her appearance, afraid of anything being wrong, wanting to keep a good impression for Huazi.

"Come in to eat, I already know about your affairs!"

Huazi pulled Xiaoxia inside.

"When I first saw you, I knew you both had good feelings for each other, so I told Ash to seize the opportunity well, and he indeed didn't disappoint me."

Turns out it was Aunt Huazi's assistance...... Xiaoxia suddenly understood.

Fuluola is also here, aware of their situation, she doesn't mind, after all she and Xiaoxia had agreed beforehand, and Ash had already expressed his attitude to her, even showing his feelings at the Silver Conference.

Now, just like Xiaoxia, she is also his girlfriend.

Also need to thank Xiaomao, it was he who enlightened Ash.

Huazi knows their relationship with Ash; she didn't oppose it, rather she's happy to see Ash traveling and playing with them.

Specifically letting Fuluola and Xiaoxia sit on either side of Ash, Ash served them food and passed dishes, they likewise passed dishes to Ash, back and forth.

Huazi watched from the side, smiling broadly, very delighted.

Brock beside them was very envious; he just buried himself in eating, his mind only on plain rice, but for some reason tonight's meal made him feel full without eating much.

"Bari!"

The Magic Wall Doll saw Brock silently eating plain rice, looking lonely, so it thoughtfully gave him some vegetables.

This action made Brock freeze for a moment; he looked up at the Magic Wall Doll, seeing it smile at him, he picked up a piece of meat and ate it, gave a thumbs-up—very fragrant!

The Magic Wall Doll smiled, then gave Brock some vegetables—no girlfriend? No problem, I can give you vegetables!

Take a look here!

Huazi's voice was full of joy and anticipation; she excitedly pulled a camera out of her bag.

Everyone's movements slowed in unison, smiles blooming like flowers on their faces; they all turned to look at the camera in Huazi's hand, eyes sparkling with anticipation and delight.

Latias drew close to Ash, still eating something, and curiously looked at the camera.

Huazi looked at the preview on the camera screen, a satisfied smile appearing on her face.

Click!

The frame froze at this moment!

【Xiba: Haha, Brock is a bit pitiful, but the Magic Wall Doll is great—it even gives you vegetables!】

【Brock: I have no luck with girls without Ash; only Poké Ball comforts me...】

【Jiadeliya: The Magic Wall Doll is cute and thoughtful; such a Poké Ball is lovely.】

Dragging me in again?

Huazi was also dragged in; she should learn from Black Huazi—it's rare that her son's romantic luck is this good, not seizing the opportunity would truly be a waste.

On a slightly cool morning, the group walked to the doorstep, a faint sense of parting lingering in the air.

"This time going back, I don't know how long until we can meet again!"

Xiaoxia felt a little gloomy; having traveled with Ash for so long, she'd grown used to having him nearby, so sudden separation was hard to bear.

Just after becoming boyfriend and girlfriend, they had to part; Florges felt the same, but she still had things to do, so she could only leave temporarily, and would go find Ash when she had time.

"Don't worry, there's still plenty of time ahead; sometimes I'll come to see you!"

Ash's heart welled with complex emotions; he gently embraced them, continually comforting them: "Stay firm and move toward your goals!"

Both girls agreed, glanced at each other, simultaneously rose on tiptoe, and lightly kissed Ash's cheek.

Afterward, they reluctantly let go of the embrace, each embarking on the journey home.

Ash, meanwhile, stood in place, watching their retreating backs until they disappeared from sight.

Kissed again—Black Satoshi got kissed again......

Shalinna felt a little excited—even though her counterpart in the Black World hasn't yet traveled with Ash, Black Satoshi has already been kissed so many times, and even been kissed by a Poké Ball!

White Ash was also kissed by a Poké Ball—who knows, in future travels before meeting herself, which girls Ash will encounter and whether he'll be kissed again?

I was just carried by Ash a bit, and didn't do anything overly intimate.

Thinking about it now, I feel completely shortchanged—even a single Poké Ball is better than me.

At least Latias has kissed Ash, while between myself and Ash there's hardly any progress.

The more Shalinna thought about it, the more she regretted it!