Chapter 179: I Have A Friend

Chapter 179: Chapter 179: I Have A Friend

A/N:12/14 Bonus Chapters

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No, Julian’s face right now was practically cheating.

Looking at that face, Cynthia almost wanted to agree to let Julian go to the Great Crater of Paldea with her.

But!

Reason told Cynthia that if the two of them went adventuring together...

Once they spent too much time together, she would be exposed.

Julian would easily connect her with Cassia.

Julian smiled slightly.

"Cynthia, don’t worry. I’ve grown during this period too. This adventure I definitely won’t drag you down."

Seeing Julian’s smile, Cynthia felt as if a Cupid had fired an arrow straight into her heart.

Or as if a Girafarig were wildly charging around inside it.

Cynthia subconsciously nodded.

"Alright. We’ll go together!"

When she realised what she had just said, Cynthia froze on the spot.

Professor Rowan smiled faintly and retreated.

Mission accomplished!

"You two young people can chat slowly. Get to know the Pokémon each of you is bringing and see if there’s anything else you need to prepare."

"Then I’ll have Yuzo drive you to Jubilife City to catch the flight."

Cynthia steeled herself.

Forget it. If he found out, then he found out!

Julian’s face was simply impossible to get tired of looking at.

Even if he were only a pretty vase, she believed he could still bring plenty of joy to a dull expedition.

Besides, Julian had real ability. Bringing him along could genuinely help her.

She could think of a way to hide all the habits that might expose Cassia.

"I made ice cream. Let’s eat while we talk."

Cynthia’s eyes lit up.

"Sure!"

Since things had already come to this, she would eat ice cream first.

As for hiding her identity, she could think about that on the plane!

The moment the ice cream entered her mouth, Cynthia happily narrowed her eyes until they curved like crescents.

"Delicious! Julian, your skill feels like it’s improved again!"

Julian smiled slightly.

"Paldea should have plenty of unique ingredients. We can find some time to try the local dishes and ice cream."

Cynthia nodded repeatedly.

"That’s a good idea!"

The Pokémon Cynthia was bringing were Garchomp, Togekiss, Roserade, Milotic, Gastrodon, and Spiritomb.

Cynthia stirred her ice cream.

"Since you brought Lucario, I’ll leave Gastrodon at Professor Rowan’s laboratory."

"But I didn’t expect you to not only evolve Croagunk into Toxicroak, but also catch a Gengar."

"The range of types you use is getting broader and broader. I’m starting to feel unsure which type you’ll become famous for."

Yuzo sat nearby and took out an ice cream to eat.

"Julian already has some fame throughout Sinnoh now. A while ago, a ten-year-old boy came to receive his starter Pokémon."

"He directly chose Chimchar. He said that once Chimchar evolved into Infernape, he would go to Veilstone Gym to challenge you."

"He wants you to guide Infernape in learning Flare Blitz, that powerful Fire-type move."

The corner of Julian’s mouth twitched.

Why did everyone think he could guide Infernape into learning Flare Blitz?

There had been a Trainer whose Infernape had not learned it.

And quite a few Trainers who came to challenge him had Infernape that could already use Flare Blitz.

What Julian could actually do was very limited.

Even his own Combusken still did not know Flare Blitz, right?

Cynthia covered her mouth and laughed.

"I’ve heard of your reputation as someone who can bring out hidden potential too. Everyone is saying that after you inherit Veilstone Gym, you’ll naturally challenge the Elite Four."

Yuzo nodded.

"Someone also dug up the fact that your father was once an extremely popular Fighting-type Trainer, and even had the potential to challenge the Elite Four."

"Everyone is saying like father like son."

Darius did have some strength, and perhaps he could have tried to challenge the Elite Four.

But actually challenging the Elite Four?

That was unlikely.

He was not strong enough, so he would not have succeeded.

After eating the ice cream, Yuzo smiled slightly.

"It’s about time. I’ll send you two to Jubilife Airport."

Professor Rowan had bought them plane tickets directly to Mesagoza, the largest city in the Paldea region.

From Sinnoh to Paldea, the distance was very far. Julian and Cynthia would need to sit on the plane for thirteen or fourteen hours before reaching Mesagoza.

In the VIP lounge at the airport, Cynthia glanced at Julian’s side profile again.

Her cheeks flushed slightly.

God, being this attractive should be illegal

Originally, Julian had inherited his mother’s looks, which already made him handsome.

After fusing with Tinkaton’s Fairy Energy, it was as if a magnifying lens had been placed over that.

That combination made Cynthia, who already had a big crush on Julian, completely unable to resist.

If not for her powerful willpower, Cynthia would have been unable to hold back and would have confessed to Julian long ago.

Even now, Cynthia could not stop herself from secretly looking at him.

Julian naturally sensed Cynthia’s gaze.

But there was nothing he could do.

He had tried. Even with Aura, he could only restrain his charm to this extent.

Cynthia was the best friend of his future girlfriend, Cassia.

Your girlfriend’s best friend keeps sneaking glances at your face because you are too good-looking.

What were you supposed to do?

Julian was a little lost.

"I’m going to the bathroom."

After Julian left, Cynthia could not help rubbing her own face.

Cynthia, what is wrong with you?

Didn’t we agree to only consider romance after becoming Champion!?

Julian ran to the bathroom, took out his phone, and sent a message to his good friend.

[Dancing Hakamo-o:I need help! I have a friend who is extremely handsome]

[Dancing Hakamo-o:A while ago, he went on a work trip with his girlfriend’s best friend, and because he was too good-looking, the best friend kept secretly staring at him]

[Dancing Hakamo-o:What do you think he should do?]

Cynthia: "..."

Seeing the message Julian sent, Cynthia was speechless for a moment.

[KingGarchomp:Let her look. It’s not like you lose anything]

The corner of Julian’s mouth twitched.

[Dancing Hakamo-o:It’s not me. It’s my friend]

Cynthia’s eyes turned.

[KingGarchomp:Fine, fine, your friend doesn’t lose anything. Then let me ask you this. Is your friend’s girlfriend prettier, or is the girlfriend’s best friend prettier?]

Julian felt helpless.

Why was it this kind of question again?

[Dancing Hakamo-o:You’re not trying to make my friend do something that betrays his girlfriend, are you?]

Cynthia sternly condemned him.

[KingGarchomp:Am I that kind of person? But putting that aside, don’t you prefer your girlfriend to be a little prettier?]

The corner of Julian’s mouth rose as he looked at himself in the mirror.

No matter how pretty she was, could she be prettier than him right now?

No, wait.

Handsome!

How could he use "pretty" to describe himself?

[Dancing Hakamo-o:I think what matters more in a relationship is whether two people fit each other. Appearance is something that can’t withstand the test of time]

[Dancing Hakamo-o:Asking you was pointless. How have you been recently?]

[KingGarchomp:My break is over. I’m about to go out on a dangerous mission. There’s no signal in the mountains, so I’ll contact you when I’m back]

[Dancing Hakamo-o:Alright. I’m going on an adventure too. When can we meet offline?]

[KingGarchomp:There’ll be a chance. When I retire]

Cynthia suddenly had an idea.

[KingGarchomp:Wear a mask. Then you won’t have to worry about the best friend sneaking looks at you and falling for your face]

[Dancing Hakamo-o:Good idea. How did I not think of something that simple?]

It was just a little strange.

Although Tinkaton had given him considerable charm, and it was very effective against girls...

Other people did not seem to react as strongly as Cynthia.

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