Chapter 137:
Ryō Fū confirmed Hayashi Kaede's guess and smiled at him:
"Yes... We have already challenged the Champion. After beedrill recovered from its injuries, it was full of fighting spirit. So, we did a few days of restorative training and then fought a battle with him. Thanks to our old friendship, he was surprised to see me but still accepted my challenge."
"The process went smoothly. It was the first time in all these years that I saw such a happy expression on Beedrill's face. It gave its all in that battle, even more fiercely than ten years ago."
"Even though the outcome was no different from ten years ago, it still fought dozens of rounds with his Gallade."
"Although the result wasn't ideal, it was still a very enjoyable battle, and it was very happy."
"A few days after the battle, its physical condition declined rapidly. I suggested coming to you again, but it didn't want to."
In just a few words, Ryō Fū finished describing the developments of the past few days.
Hayashi Kaede was a bit shocked. "Huh?"
Ryō Fū nodded calmly. "So, this time, I came to say goodbye to you. I probably won't be returning to the Regional Alliance for a long time."
But Hayashi Kaede could still hear the tremor in his voice.
"This..."
Hayashi Kaede was still in shock.
He couldn't understand why Ryō Fū, who had been so dejected a few days ago with Beedrill, could so quickly calm down after seeing him this time.
Moreover, he even listened to Beedrill's advice and didn't bring it with him.
*I clearly told you to let me know before you fought...*
After a long silence, Hayashi Kaede whispered, "I might still be able to save it."
Ryō Fū shook his head. "It's alright, Brother Kaede. For it to have one more fight like this at the end of its life is enough. Both it and I are already very satisfied."
"I've figured it out. Even if Beedrill could continue to survive in this world, it would just be as depressed as before. That way, it wouldn't be happy."
At this point, Ryō Fū laughed. "Unless Brother Kaede can bring it back to life, but that's probably impossible, right?"
Hayashi Kaede fell silent. "..."
He naturally wasn't sure about that.
At least not yet.
Ryō Fū smiled with an as expected expression.
He had genuinely believed that even Hayashi Kaede might not have a way to revive Beedrill.
He pulled out two Poké Balls. "Alright, thank you for your hard work, Brother Kaede. And here are two Indeedee Poké Balls. Under their parents' guidance, they're quite capable of general household chores and Pokémon care. I hope that you can take good care of them."
Then he gently tapped them.
Two black and white, Indeedee Pokémon appeared.
Their size and height were similar, with only slight differences in appearance and some physical features.
This was the difference between male and female Indeedee .
Both Pokémon had a pair of light-colored antennae on their heads. The male Indeedee's antennae pointed upward, while the female's were rounder and drooped downward.
It's said that these antennae can collect emotional energy (gratitude, happiness...), which then allows them to grow rapidly.
In fact, this is precisely the characteristic that distinguishes them.
Pokémon like Indeedee possess a strong passion for helping both humans and Pokémon. Even wild Indeedee will help other wild Pokémon.
When the two Indeedee emerged, Hayashi Kaede subconsciously observed them. They were both about 0.3 meters tall. This was consistent with Ryō Fū's description. They were also two relatively young Indeedee.
Hayashi Kaede guessed that they were only a few months old.
Besides the antennae on their heads, which were a noticeable difference, they also differed in their mouths, eyes, and the coloring of their fluff.
The male Indeedee has a more serious face, angular eyes, and darker fluff, giving it a stern look.
However, because this male Indeedee is still young, this serious demeanor has a playful edge.
The female Indeedee, on the other hand, has a natural smile on her lips, round eyes, and predominantly lighter fluff.
This gives her a more lively, innocent, and endearing appearance.
The moment the two Pokémon came out, they spotted Hayashi Kaede and looked at him curiously.
They'd heard over ten days ago that they were being sent to a distinguished trainer.
They were filled with anticipation, yet also with a touch of apprehension.
On the one hand, they felt they had finally grown up, ready to meet their own trainer and took on the job.
On the other, they were unsure of their trainer's character or circumstances.
"They may still be a little small, but they're already very capable, Brother Kaede. Don't worry about them causing you any trouble. Besides, they're siblings, so there's no need to worry about them getting along."
Ryō Fū's eyes flickered with nostalgia as he watched the two Pokémon standing beside him.
It was precisely because of Beedrill that he'd traveled extensively to capture a Pokémon to care for it.
Later, as time passed, the Pokémon found love and gave birth to this pair of siblings.
Then, Ryō Fū addressed them, "Come, don't be afraid, this is your new trainer. You can go over and say hello."
"Indeedee?"
The female Indeedee, looking a little shy, hid behind the male Indeedee, quietly observing Hayashi Kaede. The male Indeedee, upon hearing Ryō Fū's words, straightened up and slowly walked over to Hayashi Kaede. He said seriously, "Indeedee!"
He introduced himself and his sister.
"Indeedee!" (I'm good at housework and other chores, and my sister is good at taking care of the little ones. Of course, if there's anything else we need to do, we can learn.)
Hearing the male Indeedee's seriousness,
Hayashi Kaede couldn't help but smile.
But then, realizing it wasn't the right time to laugh, he quickly suppressed his smile and said, "They look very reliable."
Ryō Fū nodded. "Then I'll leave them in your care, Brother Kaede."
After entrusting the two Indeedee to him, his expression lightened with relief, as if his last worries had been lifted, and his mood got better.
He had made a promise with Beedrill to pick himself up again.
So, he decided to capture another Weedle in a new region and embark on a new journey.
After a moment's thought, Ryō Fū bought a lot of Bounsweet Juice from the Breeding House, then said goodbye to Hayashi Kaede and walked onto the Bluestone Trail.
And just then, a cool breeze blew, picking up a few yellowed leaves from somewhere, swirling in front of the Breeding House.
Hayashi Kaede watched Ryō Fū leave and sighed inexplicably, feeling a sense of melancholy. Suddenly, he remembered that according to the regional calendar, today was the last day of summer.
After today, it would be the start of autumn.