Chapter 532: Broadcaster, Look at Your Husband!
Chapter 532: Broadcaster, Look at Your Husband!
The usually bustling central square of Ferment Light City had fallen into an eerie silence.
The spectators who had come to watch the Gym battle were all stunned, their eyes wide with shock as they looked towards the battle platform ahead.
"What's the deal with that guy?"
"Damn! I don't want to watch this! I want a refund!"
"Do you even need tickets here? If I remember correctly, Ferment Light Gym battles are always free to watch."
The male spectators became agitated, while the female spectators' eyes lit up as if they had spotted a watermelon weasel, their excitement evident as they turned their attention to the man standing before Kishu.
"Who is he? Is he Kishu's boyfriend?"
"Wow, what a bombshell! An electric live streamer actually has a boyfriend!"
"But come to think of it, he does seem reliable!"
"You might lose quite a few fans by doing this," Naoki said helplessly, looking at Kishu.
He knew how much effort she had put into building her live streaming career to where it was now.
Losing those fans due to something like this would be a huge setback.
However, Kishu just giggled and asked, "Are you worried about me?"
"It's still your dream!" Naoki said helplessly.
Hearing this, Kishu looked delighted. She chuckled and said, "Hehe! It's fine. While I used to care a lot about those things, now I have something even more important to focus on!"
Naoki understood the meaning behind Kishu's words, and his old face turned red.
As they parted ways, Kishu grinned at him, her face radiant with a mischievous smile, and she winked before returning to her spot with the agility of a seasonal Sawsbuck.
She picked up the microphone and addressed the audience, her eyes fixed on the man standing opposite her.
"Captivating your eyes with Electrify Net! Who's telling the tale? It's me, Kishu!"
"Good morning, good afternoon, and good evening, hello ciao! It's Kishu's Kishu's Live, and it's showtime~!"
"And today's challenger is~? None other than Naoki, who's on a roll and can even take down an airborne Electrivire! Yay yay~!"
"Naoki?" The spectators outside were baffled by the name.
Some had never heard of it, while others found it vaguely familiar.
"Naoki... Naoki Ranch Shop, could it be the owner of Naoki Ranch?"
"Who is he? Is he famous?" asked a confused spectator nearby.
The man nodded seriously, his eyes gleaming with excitement as he looked towards the battlefield below.
"Of course! It's the only store in the world that uses Dragonite Delivery. There was even a journalist who interviewed the owner of that ranch. His true identity is that of a formidable trainer! Wow, I never expected to see him here today!"
"Hehe, I believe everyone is curious about who Naoki~ is now, aren't you?"
Kishu changed the subject in the central square and continued, "Kishu Naoki, isn't that a perfect match? Yes! He's my boyfriend, everyone~!"
There was an uproar in the audience.
Naoki, who was standing opposite her, was also taken aback. Kishu was announcing his existence to the whole world! Although Naoki felt touched, Kishu was going overboard.
As a somewhat well-known up-and-coming online personality, exposing her relationship during the peak of her career would undoubtedly deal a significant blow to her streaming endeavors.
"......"
However, looking at Kishu's expression, Naoki thought it would be better to let it go. After all, as long as she was happy, it didn't matter if he had to farm and support her for the rest of his life.
Kishu didn't dwell on this matter for too long.
After introducing the challenger, she returned to the Gym challenge.
"Alright, that's about it... Next, who wants to see me battle?"
Hearing this, the surrounding spectators froze in their tracks.
Was Kishu about to have a Pokemon battle with her boyfriend?! But then again, wasn't that man a rancher who tended to his farm?
However, another group of spectators who loved drama were thrilled.
Kishu was going to battle her boyfriend? How exciting!
"Ooh-hoo!" They let out excited cries, like hundreds of Primeape howling in unison.
Kishu heard their enthusiasm and giggled, "Everyone's eager to see it too! ... Ah, and thank you, Electivire~!"
"Alright, it's about time to start the battle! I wonder how strong the challenger is~!"
Kishu directed her gaze towards Naoki and Gurdurr.
Naoki: "......"
Gurdurr: "Agghh..."
Naoki was helpless. He had come here with only Gurdurr by his side, intending to keep things light.
The gazes of the man and Pokemon intersected in mid-air, and in that instant, Gurdurr understood Naoki's intention.
Naoki was communicating with his eyes, saying, "Let's put on a show, Gurdurr!"
Gurdurr reluctantly responded, "Agghh!"
"Then, I'll leave it to you to put on an entertaining and thrilling battle! Go, Electabuzz!" Kishu said as she tossed a red and white ball into the air.
As a dazzling white light flashed, a lovable Electabuzz appeared on the battlefield.
The moment Electabuzz emerged, it laid eyes on the massive red beast standing opposite it. Its expression turned blank, and it blinked its yellow eyes in confusion.
What's going on? Isn't that Pokemon a friend? Why are they fighting?
Golurk quietly signaled to Electabuzz not to be afraid; it wouldn't use its full strength!
"Electabuzz, let's begin. Use Thunder Shock!" Kishu pointed at the Pokemon.
Electabuzz on the field was perplexed but followed its Trainer's command and began to gather electricity.
Soon, a powerful and dazzling electric light erupted from Electabuzz's body, engulfing the entire battlefield in the blink of an eye.
However, this level of electric attack was like itching for Golurk.
It looked around in a panic, then pretended to be hit hard and let out a "screech" as it fell to the ground.
A moment later, the electric light faded.
Golurk pretended to be in pain as it staggered to its feet.
The spectators were stunned by what they had just witnessed.
What just happened?! When did Electabuzz's Thunder Shock become so powerful? And why did that Pokemon, which looked so formidable, go down so easily? Could its weakness be Electric-type attacks?
However, some people saw through the act.
That red Pokemon was clearly holding back! The man was intentionally letting Kishu win! A woman who had come to Ferment Light City with her husband to watch a local Gym battle covered her mouth, unable to contain her excitement. "That man is so romantic!"
Man: "..."
On the battlefield, Kishu also realized Naoki's intention. "Hey, we should be taking Pokemon battles seriously!"
Naoki: "Golurk, use Fire Blast."
"Agga!"
Golurk opened its mouth, and scorching flames rapidly gathered within.
Hearing this, Kishu said, "That's more like it! In that case, Electabuzz, let's give it our all too! Use Thunder Punch!"
The next second, a burst of flame spewed from Golurk's mouth, colliding with the current surging from Electabuzz's body in midair.
The two distinct energies intertwined, and for a moment, they seemed evenly matched. Eventually, they triggered a terrifying explosion.
In an instant, dust and smoke filled the battlefield.
All eyes were fixed on the spectacle.
After a moment, when the smoke and dust cleared, only Electabuzz was left standing on the vast field.
Not far from it, Golurk lay on the ground, eyes closed, looking battered and bruised.
Electabuzz: "?"
A big question mark floated above Electabuzz's small head.
What just happened? Who was that? Where am I? When did I become so powerful?
The referee stepped forward to check on Golurk's condition, then blew the whistle hanging from his neck, declaring:
"Golurk is unable to battle. The Gym Leader, Kishu, wins this match!"
The audience: "..."
That was a bit too obvious, wasn't it?
Naoki, however, remained serious as he checked on Golurk.
Golurk quietly opened its eyes a slit and whispered, "Agga?"
It had done well, hadn't it? Naoki twitched the corner of his mouth. "Alright, get up. I'll take you to get something good to eat later."
Golurk immediately became excited and couldn't help but lick Naoki's face with its tongue: "Agga!"
Naoki, now with a face full of slobber: "..."
Over on Kishu's side, she was also wrapping up.
She held the microphone and bid farewell to the audience, "Hello, it's time to end today's 'Kishu's Live'! Everyone, see you next time!"
After turning off the live stream, Kishu jogged over to Naoki and slowed down as she approached, smiling mischievously, "The show's over. Let's go!"
Naoki raised an eyebrow, "Aren't you going to host the next challenger?"
"Even Gym Leaders deserve a break!"
"Alright, then let's go."
Naoki stood up, and Golurk, who had been pretending to be unconscious, also got to its feet.
Kishu reached out and patted its head, "It's been a while, Golurk!"
"Agga~"
Today's weather was a bit gloomy, and the two walked through the streets of Ferment Light City with Golurk.
Kishu happily shared with Naoki the events she had experienced lately.
"Ah, it's been so busy lately! The Pasio region has welcomed many Trainers from other regions, did you know? Even Gym Leaders from other regions have come over! "It was a Gym Leader from the Johto region, I think. She specializes in Dragon-type Pokemon, and her Pokemon gave Electabuzz and the others a hard time!"
Hearing this, Naoki immediately understood who she was talking about.
Naoki couldn't help but smile as he comforted her, "It's alright, I've already won it back for you!"
"Huh?!" Kishu was taken aback.
Naoki explained, "That girl, Xiaochun, came to the Pasio region specifically to battle me, but before that, the Champion made an announcement."
"Trainers from outside the region need to collect eight Gym badges from the Pasio region before they can qualify to battle me, so she came to challenge the Gyms and collect the badges."
"And what happened then?" Kishu asked curiously.
"Of course, I won!" Naoki nodded. "Although I encountered some dangers along the way, she didn't defeat a single one of my Pokemon. So, I took back what was yours, right?"
"Hehe!" Kishu laughed foolishly, "But, speaking of which, why did you guys suddenly come to Ferment Light City today?"
"Surprised?" Naoki asked instead of answering.
"Hehe!" Kishu grinned, her eyes sparkling with delight. "Oh right, the last time you came to Ferment Light City, you only stayed for one meal before leaving. This time, let me take you and Gurdon on a proper tour of the city!"
"Sure!" Naoki readily agreed.
Led by Kishu, they went to admire the Million Volt Night View, climbed the lighthouse in Ferment Light City, and gazed out at the azure blue ocean from atop the tower.
As noon approached, Naoki intended to find a restaurant for lunch, but Kishu took the initiative to invite them over.
"Come to my place! I've been learning how to cook lately, and today, you can be the first to try my culinary skills!" Kishu's eyes shone with determination.
Upon hearing this, Naoki was surprised. "I remember when we first met, you couldn't cook, right?"
Kishu laughed playfully. "People grow and improve, you know!"
"Alright, let's go then!"
Kishu's home was located on the twelfth floor of a building in the heart of Ferment Light City. As they were about to get on the elevator, Naoki noticed a flower shop not far away.
He asked Kishu to wait for a moment and quickly rushed over to buy a bouquet of flowers.
Hiding the flowers behind him, Naoki took them out once they were in the elevator.
Kishu's eyes lit up at the sight of the flowers.
Naoki smiled and said, "I was in a hurry earlier and didn't bring a gift, but I just saw some beautiful flowers at that flower shop over there, so I bought a bouquet for you."
"Hehe, you're quite the romantic, aren't you, Uncle?" Kishu happily took the flowers.
Naoki: "..."
"Ding!"
The elevator reached the twelfth floor. Kishu opened the door, and as soon as Naoki stepped inside, they heard a rumble of thunder outside.
Summer thunderstorms arrived swiftly. In the blink of an eye, the sky outside the window darkened, and the pouring rain accompanied the thunder, drenching the city.
"It's raining?" Kishu placed the flowers in a vase and sighed in relief. "Luckily, we didn't stay out longer. You and Gurdon, sit tight, and I'll prepare lunch!"
"Are you sure you don't need my help?" Naoki turned back to ask.
"Just wait there obediently!" Kishu poked her head out from the kitchen. "Gurdon, there are snacks for Pokemon in that fridge over there. Make yourself at home and help yourself!"
"Agga!" Gurdon didn't stand on ceremony with Kishu and went straight to the fridge for snacks.
Meanwhile, Naoki noticed the two Magnemite hairpins that Kishu used to wear floating beside the TV, sleeping soundly to the sound of the rain and thunder outside.
A smile appeared on Naoki's face as he recalled the image of Kishu wearing the Magnemite hairpins.
However, there was something more important he needed to do at the moment.
Naoki took out his Rotom Phone, opened the Pikachu TV app, navigated to his following list, and clicked on Kishu's profile page.
As he had expected, Kishu was indeed losing followers.
This wouldn't do. Becoming a popular streamer who spread dreams and inspiration was Kishu's long-cherished dream, and he had to find a way to help her.
But what could he do in this situation to support Kishu? However, just as he was thinking about this, Naoki noticed that Kishu's follower count had suddenly increased by several hundred.
Naoki: "?"
Hmm? What was going on?
He paused for a moment, then clicked on Kishu's latest video. Soon enough, he found the reason in the comment section.
[McMaze: Wow, the streamer actually has a boyfriend, I'm so sad!]
[Pikachu: For those who don't know, that man, Kishu's boyfriend, is Naoki. Yes, the same Naoki who runs the online Naoki Ranch Shop and delivers orders using Dragonite!
Additionally, he has another well-known title—the "Hidden Boss" of the Pasio region. I believe the students of Pasio Academy are familiar with him. Naoki's strength is incredibly formidable, and it is said that he has even surpassed our Champion.]
This comment quickly climbed to the second spot in the 'Top Comments' section due to the number of likes it received.
And in the top spot was an odd comment.
Naoki focused his eyes on it, and it read:
[Eievui: Broadcaster, look at your husband.]
(End of Chapter)
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