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Chapter 483: On a Chilly Winter's Day
Chapter 483: On a Chilly Winter's Day
In the end, Groudon and Kyogre never created accounts on the Pokemon Forum. The pride of the legendary Pokemon prevented them from resorting to such means to attract humans.
Dialga's plan to entice them had failed, and it had been curious to see if these two Pokemon would garner more fans than itself. However, it seemed they had no interest in such pursuits.
Groudon and Kyogre continued their bickering in the group chat, their arguments raging on without any resolution.
Naoki had considered stopping them, but upon further thought, he decided to let them be. As long as they didn't resort to physical fights, everything would be fine.
Time quietly marched on, and before they knew it, the year 200 of the Pokemon League was coming to an end.
With the approaching new year, Naoki took his pickup truck to town one evening to shop for festive supplies.
It was deep winter, and a heavy snowfall was expected in the next few days, which might block the road to town. Therefore, Naoki intended to take advantage of the clear weather to stock up on supplies.
He parked his car by the roadside in Rustboro Town and jumped out with several Pokemon.
"Meat, flour, rice, snacks... and firewood for the stove," Naoki recited the items on his shopping list as he made his way to the stores.
It was the season of celebration in the Pokemon world as well, and although the new year was still some time away, the streets were already filled with festive cheer.
Pokemon wearing scarves and children dressed in red padded coats added to the joyful atmosphere. Along the roadsides, workers and Machoke were busy transporting fireworks for the new year's celebrations.
Naoki strolled along, greeting familiar shop owners as he passed by.
"Good morning, Naoki! Out shopping with your Pokemon?" one of the shopkeepers called out.
"Yes, indeed! It's almost the new year, so I'm stocking up on supplies. Then I can hibernate at home during the winter!" Naoki replied with a smile.
"Hibernate?" The florist, a middle-aged woman, looked intrigued by the unfamiliar term. Some Lurantis and Lilligant lounged lazily on the flower racks beside her.
"It means staying warm and cozy at home during winter, like how Skitty sleeps in its snug nest during snow days," Naoki explained with a chuckle.
Understanding dawned on the florist's face. "That sounds lovely! By the way, we're holding a promotion to thank our loyal customers. We're giving away a potted plant, and since you're here, this one is for you!" She handed him a pot of brightly colored flowers.
Naoki had been a generous customer, spending a small fortune on various flower seeds at her shop. He graciously accepted the gift and passed the pot to Gorebyss at his side. "Here, hold this."
"Agassi..." Gorebyss obediently held the flower pot in its claws.
"We should get going. See you later!" Naoki bid the florist farewell.
"Take care! We'll be getting a new shipment of flower seeds unique to the Kalos region next year, so do drop by!"
"Will do!"
Leaving the flower shop, Naoki headed toward the department store.
Trevenant and Delibird were familiar with this place, and as soon as they entered, they eagerly looked up at Naoki.
Naoki pushed a shopping cart and said to them, "Go ahead and pick out whatever you like. I'll pay for it."
"Ponni!"
"Bamomo!"
"..."
The Pokemon happily chirped and scurried off toward the shelves.
Naoki followed with the cart, taking out his Rotom Phone to snap a picture and send it to Kishu.
[Naoki: Doing some shopping with my Pokemon. What are you up to?]
Kishu replied promptly.
[Kishu: Listening to my parents nag! They're so weird this year, not going anywhere.]
Naoki's heart sank a little as he recalled Kishu mentioning her parents.
Apparently, they had been Pokemon trainers in their youth and had fallen in love during their travels. After their journey ended, they settled down in the bustling Luminose City, got married, and started a family.
He wondered if they were nagging Kishu about her early romance.
[Naoki: Do they think you're too young to be dating?]
[Kishu: Huh? Of course not! They can't wait for me to get married! And I'm already an adult, for goodness' sake! Angry pouting face.]
Naoki: "..."
He couldn't help but picture Kishu puffing up like a blowfish, and a smile tugged at his lips.
Just then, Trevenant and Delibird scampered back, having chosen the items they wanted.
It looked just like a dog eagerly greeting its owner's return home.
To prepare for the upcoming heavy snowfall, Naoki parked the car in the garage, then opened the door and got out, scooping up the excited Houndour into his arms.
The Houndour wagged its tail and licked Naoki's hand enthusiastically.
"Alright, alright!" Naoki patted its head and said, "Let's go home."
"Woof!"
The Houndour ran circles around Naoki excitedly.
Naoki siglessly prevented himself from tripping over the playful Houndour while helping Gourebyss and the others unload the goods from the car and bring them inside the house.
Not long after they finished unloading, the white sky began to shower dense snowflakes.
The cold north wind howled, and a faint "whoosh" sound echoed from the distant mountains, as if the wind were howling mournfully.
Standing by the window and gazing into the distance, Naoki could only see a blanket of white.
Seeing this, he breathed a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, he had anticipated this and had already relocated his Pokemon—Snorlax, Wooloo, Butterfree, and Combee—to their designated places.
Outside, the snow fell heavily, but the house was warm and cozy.
Lairon leisurely munched on some Berries in the fireplace, and the warmth from its body circulated through the heating pipes to every corner of the room.
Bathed in this comfortable warmth, the Axew wore an expression of sheer bliss as it lay contentedly on the carpet.
Axew: ()
Pupitar tugged at the window, gazing out at the heavy snowfall. It turned and beckoned to its companions, seemingly inviting the Lairon to come and take a look as well.
Sure enough, the Lairon, upon hearing the commotion, slowly moved over and positioned itself behind Pupitar, peering through the window at the snow outside from the gap between the pipes.
"Hmm?"
"Pu...(Brr)
!"
It looked so cold out there!
"If you find the outside too scary, you can always close the curtains," Naoki said with a smile as he walked past Pupitar.
Pupitar immediately turned and patted its chest. "Pu, pu!"
It wasn't scared at all! It was a brave Pupitar!
As dusk fell, Naoki patted Pupitar's head and then headed to the kitchen to prepare dinner for everyone.
On such a cold day, a hearty soup was just what they needed.
A spicy, fragrant, and steaming hot pot of soup would be so comforting! Just the thought of it made one's mouth water.
With that in mind, Naoki decided to make a pot of stew for dinner. He turned and took out a few potatoes, a piece of beef, and some other ingredients from the cabinet.
He cut the potatoes and beef into small pieces, added the ingredients to the pot, and let it simmer until the potatoes and beef were soft and flavorful.
The pot bubbled and steamed, filling the room with an enticing aroma. The Pokemon playing in the living room sniffed the air and swallowed, drawn to the delicious smell.
"Go take a seat at the dining table. Dinner will be ready soon!"
"Agassi!"
Led by Gourebyss, the Pokemon scurried into the dining room.
Naoki turned off the stove and tasted the soup with a spoon.
Mmm, it had a mildly spicy kick without being overwhelming. The soup was infused with the fragrant aroma of stewed potatoes and the savory taste of beef. A single sip warmed his body, chasing away the cold.
Perfect!
Naoki glanced at the effect of the soup and, as expected, it provided cold resistance. This was within his predictions.
Concerned that the Pokemon might still be hungry, Naoki also prepared some Berries and snacks before serving the soup at the dining table.
"Let's eat!"
The Pokemon immediately dug in, relishing the hearty meal.
On a chilly winter day like this, a warm bowl of hearty stew was pure bliss. After dinner, Naoki boiled some hot water and soaked in the bathtub, enjoying a relaxing bath.
Pupitar and Eevee, being small in size, also joined him in the tub, leisurely floating in the water.
Gourebyss and the other larger Pokemon could only crouch nearby, looking on longingly.
"Agassi..."
Naoki: "..."
Just then, his Rotom Phone rang with an incoming video call.
Someone was calling!
Naoki picked up the phone and was surprised to see that it was from Shirona.
Cynthia's cold voice came from the other end of the line: "I'm very sorry, but I have a confusing matter that I'd like to ask for your help with."
Hearing this, Naoki was surprised: "Hmm? What is it?"
Cynthia: "It's like this, ever since you told me about those places related to the Creator Pokemon, I've been to those places to investigate."
Cynthia slowly recounted her experiences after leaving the ranch the last time.
That time, Naoki had directed her to three locations.
They were the Ruins of Alph in the Johto region, the Sinjoh Ruins in the Sinnoh region, and the Valley of Creation in the Kalos region.
The first location she investigated was the Ruins of Alph, where she discovered numerous unknown totems and ancient murals depicting the migration of ancient Sinnoh people to the Johto region.
After that, Cynthia returned to the Sinnoh region and went to the Sinjoh Ruins, where she met Sheena and Kevin, who were chosen by Arceus and possessed the power of "Overcome." They were the guardians of the Sinjoh Ruins.
And there, Cynthia learned about Arceus and the Jewel of Life.
After learning this information, Cynthia also visited the Kalos region and met with the people who lived in seclusion in the Valley of Creation.
The people there worshiped Arceus and even built a statue to venerate it.
Moreover, Cynthia also met a mischievous Pokemon named Hoopa, who lived with the people in the Valley of Creation.
"Is Arceus the God who created the world we live in?" Cynthia asked.
Naoki replied, "If the records are correct, then yes, that's how it should be."
He paused and then asked, "I wonder if Miss Cynthia has ever looked into the history of the Sinnoh region from several hundred years ago, when it was still known as the Washi Region."
Cynthia was slightly taken aback: "The Washi Region?"
Naoki affirmed, "I once learned related information from an ancient ruin. That ruin dates back to the Washi era."
"It is said that about 1,000 to 2,000 years ago, the earliest humans living in Washi were known as the 'Ancient Sinnoh People.'"
"They worshiped Arceus, the Pokemon that created the world, and built ancient sites in Washi, such as the Ruins of Alph and the Snowpoint Temple."
"That ancient history clearly indicated that the world was created by Arceus."
Hearing this, Cynthia nodded thoughtfully.
Arceus created the world, and after that, it also created Dialga and Palkia, who govern time and space, to maintain the material foundation of this world.
At the same time, Giratina was also created to watch over another dimension, supporting the real world.
Then came the Lake Guardians—Uxie, Mesprit, and Azelf...
Recalling these mythical legends from her investigations, Cynthia felt her mind clearing up at that moment.
She was incredibly happy, as this meant that the ancient myths and legends circulating in the Sinnoh region could now be clarified.
For a mythology scholar like her, this was akin to winning the lottery jackpot.
"Thank you so much, Mr. Naoki. In that case, I won't disturb your rest any further. When I have time later, I'll visit the Padia region to see you in person," Cynthia said softly.
"You're welcome."
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, the two ended the call.
The water in the bathtub had cooled down, so Naoki stood up, dried himself off, put on a set of pajamas, and then helped Baboot dry its wet fur with a hairdryer.
Baboot enjoyed sitting in the chair, and once its fur was dry, it flew excitedly to the bed, ready to sleep.
Naoki smiled, reached out to pat Golelton's head, and then left the room to check if the doors and windows were securely closed.
He glanced out the window and saw that the outside world was completely buried under the thick snow.
The wind blew, the trees swayed, the snowflakes danced, and the crows cawed in the cold outside.
Naoki drew the curtains, and instantly, everything was shut out.
"Hoo... Time to sleep!"
Naoki turned back into the room, lay down on the bed, and peacefully closed his eyes, basking in the warmth of the lava bug's fire and the heater.
Baboot snuggled comfortably on the pillow next to him, and a group of Eevee also scurried up, curling up by Naoki's side as they drifted into a cozy slumber.
(End of Chapter)
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