Chapter 580: Seeing Lila and the Handsome Guy Again

"Puka-lai."

Just before Luo Mu and Brother Brother Qingmu set off with Luxray and Oricorio, Seeing Seeing Kapu suddenly emerged from inside the house.

It floated leisurely to Luo Mu's front, attached itself to his ear, and whispered softly.

Even though its power had not yet fully recovered, it was still capable of conveying its simple intentions.

".?"

Gazing at Seeing Seeing Kapu beside Luo Mu, Brother Brother Qingmu instantly froze on the spot.

Wait, this Pokémon is—

Brother Brother Qingmu clearly remembered that when he took a boat to visit the Seafolk Village on Poni Island, one of Alola's four major islands, he had learned about Poni Island's Island Guardian from a local guide they hired; the guide had even taken him to see a mural that was a one-to-one copy!

Wasn't the outline of that Guardian called Seeing Seeing Kapu on the mural exactly what stood before his eyes now?

No way, how did Poni Island's Island Guardian come out of Luo Mu's villa!?

Perhaps due to being freed from overtime work, Brother Brother Qingmu's mindset felt somewhat younger at this moment, his emotional fluctuations had become much greater, and he was no longer in that state of being barely alive.

He looked at Luo Mu, then looked at Seeing Seeing Kapu, momentarily unsure where to begin speaking.

"If what you say is true, then it is indeed feasible."

At this moment, Luo Mu had also finished receiving the message from Seeing Seeing Kapu and said thoughtfully while stroking his chin.

Of course, he hadn't ignored Brother Brother Qingmu's expression; seeing through his thoughts at a glance, Luo Mu smiled and explained to him, "Stop looking, it's not the one you're thinking of; the Alola region's Poni Island Guardian, Seeing Seeing Kapu, is still staying on Poni Island."

"This Seeing Seeing Kapu here is preparing to return to the Paldea region with me; you can consider them to be individuals of different colors."

"When we return, we might need to stir up a little commotion in the Paldea sea area; I will notify Geeta in advance."

Brother Brother Qingmu rapidly absorbed this massive flow of information.

Immediately afterward, he suddenly realized an extremely important matter.

His intuition told him that, judging by Luo Mu's appearance, after returning from this vacation, he would likely face days of working overtime again—

No!!!

The little white figure inside Brother Brother Qingmu's heart silently shattered.

"Please prepare two adult boat tickets to Melemele Island and three Pokémon boat tickets."

At the boat ticket office, Brother Brother Qingmu, with lifeless eyes, subconsciously took out his wallet intending to pay.

The first rule of mature social conduct: when going out, the elder usually pays the bill.

But thinking about Luo Mu, that rich dog, and recalling that he himself could only stay in a hotel's large bed room, a hint of dark qi floated up in Brother Brother Qingmu's eyes, and he immediately changed his words.

"Actually, make it one adult ticket and one Pokémon ticket."

"Ah?"

The young lady ticket clerk dazedly accepted Brother Brother Qingmu's banknotes.

However, before she issued the tickets, feeling that too many gazes were directed their way, Luo Mu, noticing that Seeing Seeing Kapu was somewhat uncomfortable, temporarily recalled it into a Dive Ball and walked over with Luxray.

"Change the destination to Poni Island."

Resting his arm on the counter, Luo Mu spoke.

Brother Brother Qingmu frowned slightly, "I checked the travel guide; golden flowers mostly bloom on Melemele Island."

The Oricorio on his shoulder accordingly danced a passionate Flamenco.

Luo Mu nodded slightly, "Yes, but Seeing Seeing Kapu says that there are actually golden flowers on Poni Island as well."

"It remembers roughly which area they are in; coincidentally, we can also collect some orchid-purple nectar while we are there."

He had been thinking about this all along.

Since the "Phantom Alola Stew" could have golden nectar added to it to obtain a crackling stimulating texture,

then would adding the other three different types of nectar produce other textures, or even effects?

Luo Mu felt it was very much worth trying.

With Brother Brother Qingmu right beside him, they could collect two types of nectar in this single trip, saving the trouble of running to another island; how wonderful that was.

Since he was originally here to work off a "favor," and since Luo Mu insisted on going to Poni Island, then let's just go.

Thinking in a Buddha-like detached manner, Brother Brother Qingmu asked the young lady ticket clerk to change his ticket to one for Poni Island.

It was only when he boarded the ship and pinched the several boat tickets in his hand that he suddenly reacted.

Wait, why did I buy boat tickets for him!?

Because Seeing Seeing Kapu disliked staying with too many strangers and had returned to its Dive Ball, he had accidentally bought one extra Pokémon ticket!

Pinching his wallet, Brother Brother Qingmu once again felt that Luo Mu truly cursed him.

Fortunately, upon disembarking, Luo Mu conscientiously reimbursed him for the boat ticket money.

It was just that the wording made Brother Brother Qingmu somewhat unhappy, even making him feel that Luo Mu was indirectly mocking him.

What did he mean by saying he couldn't bring himself to squeeze the meager salary of an office worker who works overtime every day with a clear conscience!!!

Standing once again on the land of Poni Island, where the natural landscape was well-preserved.

Luo Mu asked Seeing Seeing Kapu beside him, "Now that we've come back again, won't that Seeing Seeing Kapu think we regretted our decision and specially run over to beat us up?"

As if nervous, he swallowed hard; Luo Mu exchanged a glance with Luxray, muttering about whether he should hold back later, lest he accidentally electrocute a fine Guardian into malfunction.

Seeing Seeing Kapu, speechless: "."

I am also Seeing Seeing Kapu; discussing right in front of me how well-done to electrocute a Seeing Seeing Kapu without provoking the other three Guardians to gang up on you—isn't that a bit impolite?

Although it had only been two days since arriving in this brand new world, which differed in many ways from its own world, sometimes Seeing Seeing Kapu still felt that Luo Mu's ability to bounce around and persist in courting death for so long had something to do with his own strength.

Seeing Seeing Kapu sighed and shook its head at Luo Mu.

It and its other self had already made an agreement; as long as it did not attempt to forcibly occupy Poni Island's currents or even Alola's currents, the other would basically turn a blind eye to its actions.

There would be no situation where it would be attacked the moment it intruded into the territory.

Seeing Seeing Kapu came out based on this point; since it heard that Luo Mu wanted to collect nectar, naturally it would not hesitate to provide help to its future human friend who would manage its food and lodging.

Over by the Popplio, the Eevee sisters are keeping it company, Oranguru is very reliable, and Seeing Seeing Kapu is out here, so there's no need to worry.

He heard that once they return to the farm in the Paldea region, there will be many "peers" of the Popplio to be partners there, which undoubtedly fills the void he cannot fill as a mother.

Seeing Seeing Kapu sighed again, feeling he had made the right decision; this wonderful world even made it somewhat fascinated.

In a short while, Brother Brother Qingmu, who had changed his outfit at the Seafolk Village, also hurried back.

Brother Brother Qingmu always felt that being with Luo Mu meant things would not be resolved as simply as he thought.

Compared to Akala Island and Melemele Island, the climate of Poni Island is more humid, which is also related to the fact that the island guardian, Seeing Seeing Kapu, is a Water-type Pokémon.

Working overtime usually consumes enough lifespan already; Brother Brother Qingmu did not want to get chronic rheumatism, besides, the flip-flops on his feet were inconvenient for walking in the wild.

To ensure peace of mind, it was better to change into an outfit suitable for movement.

Seeing Brother Brother Qingmu return, Luo Mu jerked his chin toward the direction Seeing Seeing Kapu indicated.

"Let's go, first to Poni Grove; Seeing Seeing Kapu said golden-yellow flowers occasionally bloom nearby."

"At that time, we will have to rely on the Oricorio to find them."

"Poi!"

Called by Luo Mu, the Oricorio flapped its vermilion wings, landed on Brother Brother Qingmu's shoulder, and proudly raised its head.

In the field of searching for nectar, if it, the Oricorio, didn't claim to be number one among birds, at least it could claim the title of number two?

The Luxray wagged its tail and walked ahead to lead the way.

Previously, they had solved a packed lunch from the Seafolk Village at Poni Grove; it still remembered the route to that place very clearly.

Poni Grove is located on the west side of Poni Coast; finding it is not difficult, let alone Luo Mu and the Luxray had been here before.

After walking for nearly half an hour, a "soft and gorgeous" fragrance drifted through the air; smelling this not-unfamiliar floral scent, Luo Mu knew Poni Grove was close at hand.

Passing through a tunnel, a beautiful garden blooming with vast patches of orchid-purple flowers came into view.

Gazing at this garden, Brother Brother Qingmu's expression was somewhat emotional.

If the garden composed of the vermilion flowers he had seen before was a field of blooming spider lilies, then the garden before his eyes was like a lavender field fluttering in the wind, full of an atmosphere of preciousness and elegance.

Looking further ahead, one could also see within the thin mist, some Oricorio of the Sensu style gathering together to dance a beautiful and elegant dance.

Within that mist, some transparent figures also flashed briefly and vanished.

"Gek-gei!"

Seeing this, the Oricorio of the Baile style on Brother Brother Qingmu's shoulder could no longer hold back; it flapped its wings and flew off, trying to join them.

But—

Seeing the arrival of the Baile-style Oricorio, these Sensu-style Oricorio were not at all welcoming to their own kind.

"Poi!" (What are you doing here, you little rookie who looks like a cooked crab!)

"Poi!" (This is our territory!)

Two Sensu-style Oricorio with enchanting dances walked out gracefully and, for no apparent reason, began dancing at Brother Brother Qingmu's Oricorio.

"Poi." (You know, we don't take little rookies here!)

"Poi~" (Not welcome~)

The two Sensu-style Oricorio shook their heads while dancing.

"Ge-gei~" (Listen up, little rookie, this flower field is the best stage; all the famous dancers of the tribe will attend, but guess who won't receive an invitation?)

"Poi!" (You~~)

The two Sensu-style Oricorio mocked together, trying to use their dance to push Brother Brother Qingmu's Baile-style Oricorio out of this flower field.

Watching this scene, Luo Mu was dumbfounded.

Wait, can Alolan bullying happen here?

Brother Brother Qingmu frowned; although he could not understand the Pokémon's speech, judging by their body language, his Oricorio was obviously being excluded.

Just as he was about to call the Oricorio back, Brother Brother Qingmu's Oricorio, thinking quickly on its feet, immediately lowered its head and began sucking the nectar from the orchid-purple flowers beside it!

In an instant, accompanied by a dazzling light, the Oricorio directly transformed from the Baile style to the Sensu style.

Its type also changed from Fire/Flying to Ghost/Flying.

Immediately, unexpectedly, those two Sensu-style Oricorio, seeing Brother Brother Qingmu's Oricorio transform its form so decisively, suddenly changed their attitude.

Perhaps moved by the other's decisiveness, the two Sensu-style Oricorio couldn't help but look at Brother Brother Qingmu's Oricorio with higher regard, and then—

"Gek-gei!" (Hey, bro! Want to join our grand party and party until nightfall?)

The two Sensu-style Oricorio put their arms around Brother Brother Qingmu's Oricorio on both sides; the speed of their attitude change almost made Luo Mu twist his waist.

Gazing at this scene, Luo Mu felt somewhat emotional.

"Discrimination and alienation caused by different colors are not unique even among Pokémon tribes."

Just like the Eevee sisters who had begged him for help.

The Eevee sister, being the twin of the older sister, was not only born with deficiencies but was also a shiny Pokémon, which led to her being half-abandoned by the tribe almost from the moment of her birth.

Wasn't the reaction of the Oricorio just a microcosm of such matters?

Seeing Brother Brother Qingmu's Oricorio change its form, they immediately received it with friendliness and enthusiasm; for a moment, one didn't know what to say.

Shaking his head, Luo Mu distributed the nectar-collecting tools to Brother Brother Qingmu and Seeing Seeing Kapu; at a place a bit farther from the Oricorio, while admiring their dance, he began collecting the orchid-purple nectar.

Only after filling a glass jar usually used for holding Combee honey did they stop their actions.

Luo Mu also picked some orchid-purple flowers that were fully bloomed and about to wither, planning to collect seeds from these flowers after returning to the villa later, to plant them on the farm next spring.

The orchid-purple nectar collection was complete, and the seeds were in hand; next came the golden-yellow nectar and seeds.

Brother Brother Qingmu called back his Oricorio, which had fully integrated into that group of Oricorio, and signaled that it could start working.

The Oricorio was quite professional; it flapped its wings, which had turned into a gradient from deep purple to light purple to pale blue, and, not knowing what method it relied on to determine direction, led the way ahead in place of the Luxray.

In a short while, the Oricorio brought Luo Mu and the others to a strange, dim cave not marked on the map, with no known destination.

"Are there flowers in here?"

Luo Mu's face was full of suspicion.

The Oricorio, however, was extremely certain that golden flowers would be found below.

It had never made a mistake when searching for nectar!

In a place Luo Mu didn't notice, Seeing Seeing Kapu slightly furrowed its brow.

It remembered that this place seemed to be...

Just as Luo Mu was pondering whether to enter the cave that plunged deep underground to who-knows-where, the ground beneath his feet suddenly began to tremble violently.

Immediately afterward, a huge swarm of Zubat and Golbat flew out of the cave in a panic, as if something had appeared below.

If the abnormal behavior of these Zubat and Golbat had made Luo Mu notice that something was amiss,

then the two figures who ran out of the cave next, looking quite disheveled, made him display an even more surprised expression.

"Handsome guy, Lila!?"

Luo Mu's puzzled voice rang out, while the two, who had been charging outward with their heads down, stopped in their tracks and stared blankly at Luo Mu's face, which was both familiar and strange.

(End of Chapter)