The purpose of his trip was an old house not far from Tokiwa City.
When Qinglu pushed open the door, a cold breath hit him in the face, and Gengar emerged from the shadows with a grin.
"Geng Gui." Kikuko leaned on her cane and said calmly, "Turn on the light."
The surroundings suddenly lit up, and Kikuko glanced at Qinglu, who looked somewhat similar to Oki Yukishiro:
"What's the matter with you coming to see me?"
"You are invited to come to Dr. Oak's research institute."
Kikuko tapped her cane hard and frowned.
"That guy sent you to humiliate me?"
"Of course not." Qinglu shook her head calmly, "I just came to invite you to the party tonight."
"What kind of party?"
"Perhaps the several kings of Kanto will be there... wouldn't it be nice to catch up with old friends?"
"I don't think so." Kikuko smiled sinisterly.
Qinglu sighed, which was rare: "Haven't you always wanted to talk to Grandpa?"
"I thought, instead of the two of us being in each other's debt, it would be better for us to meet together... That's why I came here."
“…” Kikuko remained silent.
Qinglu shrugged: "I'm just here to bring you a message. It's up to you whether you go or not."
With his back to Kikuko, Qinglu put one hand in his pocket and waved, as if talking to himself:
"One cannot live in the past."
Soon, Qinglu walked out of the house, looked at the deep night, and started walking again.
…
Pallet Town, Oak Laboratory.
Professor Oak looked at the sorted documents and scratched his head with a wry smile:
"Oh, thank you so much for troubling you!"
"We are the ones who disturbed you."
Kristal smiled and said, "I'm sure you'll be troubled by my sudden proposal to come to the party."
"How could that be?" Dr. Oak laughed. "When I'm with young people, I feel younger, too!"
"Besides, in such cold weather, the more lively the institute is, the better!"
There was a chatter of laughter coming from the backyard.
After Xiaogang comforted his younger brothers and sisters, he wiped the sweat from his forehead and walked into the room.
"Doctor, are there any other visitors tonight?"
Professor Oak rubbed his chin:
"I've already seen the original list... It's rare that you could gather so many people together."
"After all, it was organized by Teacher Lu."
Kristal smiled and said, "We have to give the group leader some face!"
"Lu Ye."
Professor Oak's mind flashed back to the young man who was full of dirty tricks and defeated him in the wild fight, and he laughed:
"I see... He's quite prestigious!"
There have been small gatherings before.
But this is the first time that so many people have been gathered together.
Professor Oak was somewhat excited and planned to compose a few more Senryu songs to suit the festive atmosphere.
At this time, a slim woman walked into the backyard.
"The stinky mud has been cleaned, Professor Oak." Hanako said with a smile.
"Ahaha, thank you so much, Mrs. Hanako."
"That's not the case." Hanako held her cheek and smiled, "After all, it's Satoshi's stinky mud, so I should help clean it up."
Professor Oak's eyes lit up: "Speaking of Xiaozhi... Is he staying at home now?"
"Yes, I am practicing hard in order to complete your illustration test."
"Then... let him come to the institute in the evening."
Dr. Oak smiled and said, "I believe he will meet many people he wants to meet tonight!"
…
Since it's a gathering in Pallet Town.
Of course, there is the leader of Pallet Town, the "master of reverse attributes" Xiaozhi.
I learned that Chihong and Teacher Lu will both attend the party tonight.
Xiaozhi panted heavily and looked at Hanako excitedly: "Then, can I participate?"
"Professor Oak invited you too!"
Hanako tapped Xiaozhi on the forehead and reminded him, "At the party, you must pay attention to etiquette... Don't be rash and challenge those seniors to a duel!"
"Don't worry!"
Xiaozhi turned his hat to the back of his head and said with a smile:
"Pikachu, I want to fight them too...right, Pikachu!"
"Pikachu~~" Pikachu nodded cutely.
This kid didn't listen to what I said at all.
Hanako sighed helplessly.
However, it might not be a bad idea to let Xiaozhi see it...
There was a gleam of excitement in Xiaozhi's eyes.
I can see Mr. Lu and Senior Chi at the same time!
I don't know which one of them is stronger...
Wow, why not just fight them both!
The young and inexperienced Xiaozhi, thinking of committing suicide, fell into deep thought...
…
The snow had just stopped, the night sky was clear, and there were many stars hanging in the sky.
The town of Pallett, which symbolizes "pure white", has a spotless sky even without any stains.
In Professor Oak's backyard, Xiaogang and Jiro are taking care of their younger brothers and sisters together.
At the same time, the institute also welcomed its first guests.
Akahō was carrying a lot of bags, followed by Tokiwa Clove and Xiaolan, and was looking around.
"Are we... too early?"
Dr. Oak was stunned for a moment: "Why did you bring so many things?"
"Because each person has to bring one ingredient."
Chihong explained, "I brought Qinglu's share as well."
Professor Oak said "Oh".
"Xiao Gang is already preparing in the backyard, you can go find him."
"What's for dinner?" Xiao Lan asked excitedly.
Professor Oak blinked and said with a smile:
“Open-air hot pot!”
…
December 25, Friday, night.
Wearing the common black windbreaker, Sirona and Teacher Lu walked side by side.
Teacher Lu was wearing a fleece coat with a Gengar floating beside him.
"Kou Jie!" Gengar was carrying a basket of vegetables and humming a little tune in a good mood.
It looks like... it feels like bringing New Year's goods home for the New Year.
When he saw the person coming, Dr. Oak was stunned for a long time.
"Dr. Oak." Shirona nodded with a faint smile.
His eyes moved back and forth between Lu Ye and Sirona's faces.
Professor Oak slapped his forehead in sudden realization.
"Come in first."
Professor Oak smiled and said, "The others should be on their way as well!"
Chapter 314 Christmas Party
Friday, December 25th, Christmas Day.
The evening breeze blows, and the night sky is vast and refreshing.
Xiao Lan was inviting everyone to decorate the backyard of the research institute together.
"Let Xueli Monster cosplay as a Christmas tree." Lu Ye sighed, "It's really a way to save money."
"Of course." Xiaolan smiled proudly and asked Jigglypuff to hang the bell on the branch of the Snow Hat Monster. He muttered, "I originally wanted to use the Coconut Tree, but after thinking about it, the Snow Hat Monster is more suitable."
Several snow monsters, wearing bells and Santa hats, jingled as they walked. They seemed very satisfied with the gifts and played happily in the snow-covered grass.
Shirona was wearing a black velvet coat, exhaling white air, with a gentle smile on her face.
"I didn't expect that Miss Sirona would also come to the party." Chihong, who arrived first, said with a little surprise.
"Because we happened to be together in the morning, so we came here together." Sirona said with a smile.
Hiding behind Akane, with only half of her head exposed, Tokiwa Clove's brain went blank: "Huh?"
Doesn't that mean...
Mr. Lu and Ms. Sirona have been together for the whole night! !
Tokiwa Clove's cheeks were flushed and white steam was coming out of her head.
"Really?" Chi Hong didn't react, and nodded, "I see."
Given Mr. Lu's ability, it is reasonable for him to fight against the Sinnoh Champion.
He lowered his head slightly and pulled down the brim of his hat. Chihong smiled.
Maybe I can have a discussion with Teacher Lu tonight!
"Don't just stand there, come and help dress up!" Xiao Lan shouted.
"Understood." Red threw the Poké Ball, "Mosquito-repellent swimmer, Pikachu... let's go help together!"
In the backyard, many Pokémons suddenly appeared, some chasing and playing, some helping out, and some pestering their trainers and acting coquettishly.
“You have a great affinity.”
Sirona looked at Tokiwa Clove, who was surrounded by elves and had a happy smile on her face, and said with a smile.
"Ah, Sirona-senpai."
Tokiwa Clove blushed and scratched her head shyly, "Hehe, because being with the elves is a very happy thing!"