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Somewhere in an open space, a Charizard, with fists ablaze, collided with Sceptile's sharp Leaf Blade, and the powerful impact instantly created a pressure wave between them.
"Roar~ (You're strong)"
"Cha~ (You're not bad either, senior)"
During the stalemate, their eyes met, sparking a flame called rivalry.
After all, both held similar positions in the team—one was the main Fire-type, and the other was the main Grass-type.
However, in terms of strength, the Charizard, who had trained in Charizard Valley, was ultimately superior.
Finally, the experienced Charizard seized an opportunity, landing a Fire Punch on Sceptile's abdomen.
Although Sceptile blocked it with Leaf Blade, this sparring match was ultimately a victory for Charizard.
"Sceptile, don't be discouraged. After all, Charizard has undergone a lot of close-quarters combat, so it's normal to be slightly inferior!"
Ash comforted the defeated Sceptile while using Tokiwa Power to heal the burns on Sceptile's leaves!
"Cha~"
Sceptile maintained its usual appearance, holding a twig in its mouth, and nodded calmly, understanding the reasoning.
Then, the victorious Charizard playfully approached, putting an arm around Sceptile's shoulder, muttering boastful words like, "How about that? Aren't I awesome?"
Sceptile's mouth twitched slightly upon hearing this, and even the twig in its mouth almost fell out.
"This guy, he's really got Sceptile figured out, hasn't he?!" Ash shook his head helplessly.
However, seeing Sceptile and Charizard finally stop training and start eating breakfast, Ash returned to his own table, cleaned his hands with water, and immediately picked up a delicious rice ball made by Brock, taking a bite.
"Ash, you really are amazing. You can manage so many Pokémon!"
Dawn, who had finished her breakfast early, rested a hand on the table, staring intently at Ash with his black messy hair, her light blue eyes filled with his image.
"It's alright! Most of these Pokémon are veterans, so once I arrange their training, they can complete it independently, without me having to worry too much!"
Ash was unfazed by the praise. Aside from the newly joined Aerodactyl and Suicune, who needed extra attention, there was nothing else different.
However, the girl's innocent demeanor caught his attention.
Eating a delicious breakfast while chatting with the girl was incredibly pleasant.
Meanwhile, Brock had already become accustomed to this scene, calmly picking up his map to study it, observing the next route while conveniently avoiding any awkwardness.
"Koo-chee~"
Behind Ash, Chansey had already finished the Moomoo Milk in its bottle and was preparing to Charm its "dad" for a hug.
After all, Chansey was still a newborn baby, and asking Ash for a hug every day was a common occurrence.
But before it could take a few steps, Chansey realized it was not moving, and its four legs were floating in the air.
It immediately turned its head and found a large yellow rodent holding it.
This Pokémon was, of course, Ash's good partner, Pikachu.
"Koo-chee~"
Chansey's small face was filled with confusion. Why was Pikachu holding it?
"Pika~ (Because I want to play house!)"
Pikachu looked back at Ash and Dawn, who were undisturbed, and immediately went against its conscience, telling the confused Chansey.
"Koo-chee~ (Really?)"
Chansey's eyes suddenly glowed red, and it directly jumped out of Pikachu's arms. As Pikachu looked on in confusion, Chansey lifted its entire body with one hand.
Carrying the electric rodent, it went under a large tree, took out the perfectly round stone Ash had carefully selected, and handed it to Pikachu. The two Pokémon then started playing house.
"Pika~"
Pikachu sighed helplessly, looking at the cute little one with powerful eyes, and immediately began its journey of babysitting.
"Roar~ (Hahahaha, this Pikachu is such a loser!)"
This scene was witnessed by Charizard, who was currently eating. Ignoring the risk of choking, he immediately burst into laughter.
"Cha~ (Oh no, run quickly!)"
As one of the few in the team who had witnessed Chansey's personality, Sceptile immediately picked up its food bowl and instantly vanished from its spot.
Pidgeot, Suicune, Scizor, and Aerodactyl were later exchanged from the backyard, so they didn't understand why Sceptile's reaction was so extreme.
But it didn't matter; they would adapt to the situation!
They immediately grabbed their respective food bowls and quickly disappeared from their spots.
"Roar~ (What's happening… cough cough)"
Charizard's laughter abruptly stopped, leaving behind a bewildered expression and the sound of coughing from being choked by food!
"Koo-chee~ (Will you play house with me, okay?)"
A Chansey, wearing pink and white leggings, with small short arms holding a pure white, perfectly round stone, blinked its dark eyes and asked Charizard.
Facing such a cute little one, Charizard, who only wanted to eat well and then continue training, naturally refused without a second thought.
However, because it was temporarily choked by food, it hadn't had a chance to speak.
"Koo-chee~ (Pikachu brother said that not speaking means yes!)"
Chansey's eyes suddenly lit up, and it extended its pink short arm, lifting Charizard's body above its head with one hand, and holding Charizard's unfinished food with the other.
Then, it took small steps towards Pikachu's location.
"Roar~ (What's happening?)"
When Charizard swallowed its food, it was stunned by the Chansey at its feet, its eyes wide as saucers.
What kind of Pokémon was this little monster that could lift him with one hand?
For a moment, Charizard was intimidated by Chansey's display of strength.
It even wondered if it would be caught and beaten up later if it tried to run away.
Arriving at Pikachu's location, Charizard was bewildered as it was put down, and Chansey handed it its unfinished food.
Pika!!
Ignoring Pikachu, who was mocking it nearby, Charizard obediently took a bite of the Fire-type energy cube Ash gave it, under Chansey's expectant gaze.
Hmm! It's still so delicious! It seems that wasn't an illusion!
Charizard looked down at the smiling Chansey and couldn't help but think.
Charizard, not daring to move, was then freely manipulated by Chansey.
Until…
"Everyone, get ready to go!"
He had already returned the sleeping Snorlax and the other five Pokémon to their Poké Balls, leaving only Pikachu and Charizard, who were playing house with Chansey.
"I never thought Charizard would be willing to play house with a little baby, did you?" Dawn said, looking at Charizard's massive build, a bit surprised.
"Indeed~" Brock nodded in agreement, as Pokémon with "Dragon" in their names tended to be much more temperamental.
Ash was also very surprised by this and immediately praised Charizard, saying he would give it an extra meal next time.
Charizard really wanted to shake its head in response to the trio's praise, indicating that none of this was voluntary.
"It's nothing, just playing house. There's no need to be shy. You can play with Chansey again next time!"
No, I didn't, don't mess around!
Before Charizard could explain, Ash returned the shy Charizard to its Poké Ball.
Then, holding the very happy Chansey, he continued forward with Dawn and Brock, heading towards the city they were about to reach—Hearthome City!
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