Chapter 272: Manchong and Professor Oak's Thanks
Hoenn, Green Shade Town.
A gentle breeze blew by, casting a lush green shadow.
The refreshing air makes it a famous spa town in Hoenn.
Inside a simple house.
A frail green-haired boy was lying in bed, suffering from illness.
Even in his sleep, he was troubled by bronchitis and coughed heavily and laboriously.
Outside the ward, the woman looked sad:
"Is it really okay to let Manchong go to Kanto alone?"
"I have contacted Professor Oak."
The man in charge whispered, "Yuhong City has the best medical facilities...it might be helpful for Manchong's condition."
"But!" The woman's voice became anxious. Worried about waking up the child, she lowered her voice and said:
"My dream is to become a trainer!"
"Yuhong College is willing to accept him as a transfer student, so he can go to class during his treatment."
The man sighed: "This is a compromise."
The two of them looked at each other in silence, just quietly standing outside the ward, their hearts tightening with the sound of coughing.
In the ward.
The weak green-haired boy dreamed of that scene again.
He was gasping for breath, running on the bumpy gravel road, and he tripped and fell heavily to the ground.
Pain came from my limbs, but I could already see the light of the exit.
The chasing figure, the young man in a white hat and green clothes, was already within reach.
"Ruby!"
Manchong shouted with an almost hoarse voice:
"Please fight me!!"
I fell into the abyss of illness countless times and wanted to give up.
It was the elves who gave him the strength to keep going.
Please... Ruby.
Manchong fell to the ground and wiped his eyes unwillingly.
I want to prove to you...
I’m working hard on it too!
In the dream, Ruby turned around.
"no problem."
Ruby clenched her Poké Ball and smiled.
That is not sympathy or pity.
It's the focused look when facing a strong enemy.
"Let's have an all-out battle!"
Waking up from the dream.
Manchong looked up at the ceiling and smiled unconsciously.
"We're heading to Kanto..."
A hand reached out and gently wiped away the tears in the corners of my eyes.
"Aledo, you will always stay with me, right?" Man Chong said softly.
Like a loyal guard, Aledo did not say a word, but just stood quietly beside Manchong.
…
Before leaving, Ruby and Safiya came to see them off.
"I also have acquaintances in Kanto, remember to introduce my name when you go there!" Ruby said with a smile.
Safia kicked Ruby and ignored Ruby who was holding her feet and crying out in pain, and said with concern:
"Even after you go to Kanto, you must keep in touch!"
"Yeah." Manchong pulled the backpack strap and nodded nervously: "Definitely."
[Eye contact between the two]
[Luby: You are trying to murder your husband! ]
[Shafiya: Look at the atmosphere, don't make jokes. ]
[Ruby: I said this to ease the atmosphere!]
[Safiya: Eh...Is that so? ]
"Speaking of which, Yuhong College, Ruby and I also want to go there..."
Shafiya coughed lightly, pointed at her chin, and said in frustration:
“It’s just that I just couldn’t pass the exam…”
"You can't pass the exam, I just wanted to accompany you..."
"Shut up!"
Looking at the two of them playing and fighting, being so close to each other.
Manchong lowered his head and adjusted the position of the backpack strap again.
"Well...I will keep in touch."
"Remember our pilot numbers. Don't forget them!"
He waved goodbye to the two.
Man Chong let out a long sigh of relief as if he was relieved.
"Aren't they your friends?" Manchong's sister asked, "You look very nervous."
Manchong looked out the car window at the green trees gradually receding, and did not answer.
Yes, we are still friends.
I also have the opportunity to be one of them.
Manchong lowered his head and silently tightened the strap of his shoulder bag.
But sister... when your friends are much better than you...
It's no longer a relationship where we can talk about anything...
…
"Do you know Manchong?" asked Professor Oak.
"Fully charged?"
Lu Ye was stunned for a moment.
Isn't this the worst tool in the special episode? !
First, he helped Dr. Odamaki to evolve the wood gecko into a forest lizard.
He also helped Qianli open the Sky Pillar and summon Rayquaza.
Finally, the Hoenn War is over.
I didn’t even get the special edition illustrated book, and I gave away the fully-charged forest lizard…
But from another perspective.
This frail young boy has been fighting hard against his illness in order to become a trainer.
Even... on the road to becoming a champion, Man Chong caught up with the back of Ruby, the son of the gym leader.
It can be said that he possesses courage that is no less than that of any other illustrated book holder.
But...the protagonist of "Special Edition Emerald" is Milat.
The fully-filled illustrated book and the Lizard King were eventually inherited by Milat.
Hard work but no reward...
Teacher Lu couldn't help but sigh softly.
"Dr. Oak, please continue."
"He's a very hard-working kid...but he's also very introverted."
"I just didn't know how to tell him."
Professor Oak rubbed his hands, as if feeling somewhat guilty.
"During this period, he will transfer to Yuhong College. I would like to ask you to do me a small favor."
"Please go ahead."
Professor Oak nodded and began to recount the story of Manchō.
Except for the omission of the major events of the two idiots of Hoenn, the content is roughly the same as what Mr. Lu remembers.
"Originally, the owner of that wood gecko was Milat, but by some strange coincidence, it ended up in Manchong's hands."
"Even so... it is a bit cruel to separate the child from the wood gecko."
Professor Oak sighed, "And after Manchong returned the Pokédex, I kept thinking about it."
"He has performed well in Hoenn and deserves his own Pokédex."
“That’s a good thing.”
"But Manchong is seriously ill, and asking him to collect the illustrated data on his behalf would be a big burden on his health."
Dr. Oak sighed: "So, I have been struggling for a long time, and only recently made a decision."
On the screen, Professor Oak took out a light green illustrated book from the pocket of his white coat.
"I would like to ask you to pass this illustrated guide to Manchong."
Professor Oak's smile was somewhat helpless.
“Although it’s not a special edition…but consider it a belated gift!”
As a scientific research leader, Dr. Oki has so many things to consider.
He was able to remember this unknown child named Manchong and personally give him an illustrated book.
Even though it is a belated gift...it shows how friendly and approachable Professor Oak is.
"Leave it to me."
Lu Ye smiled and said, "When he finishes the admission procedures, I will give him the illustrated guide when the opportunity arises."
Being able to make up for the young man's regret also made Teacher Lu feel a little relieved.
"And..." Professor Oak said seriously:
"If his health condition is not optimistic, we need to discuss it further..."
"I'll see what happens."
Lu Ye nodded: "Do I need to come to Pallet Town to get the illustrated book from you?"
"No need, just go to the Elf Center in Yuhong City, and I'll ask someone to send it there."
"no problem!"
After hanging up the phone.
Lu Ye looked towards the principal's office.
Next... let's meet this legendary Man Chong!
…
In the principal's office, the initial principal was completing the transfer procedures for Manchong.
"There is still a vacancy in Mr. Lu's class."
The initial principal said, "Why don't you just join his class?"
Manchong had no objection, lowered his head and responded softly.
At this time, Lu Ye pushed open the door of the principal's office.
"Teacher Lu, you're here just in time."
The initial principal greeted, "This is the student who transferred into your class."
He was wearing a white shirt, with soft green hair covering his forehead, and his hands were nervously grasping the straps of his backpack.
The frail green-haired boy mustered up his courage, his face flushed with a sickly blush:
"Hello, teacher! Ahem!"
For patients with bronchitis, every word they say is a torment.
"Just nod or shake your head."
Lu Ye smiled friendly: "You came here alone?"
Man Chong nodded quickly.
"I'll treat you to lunch, and we'll go to the cafeteria together later."
Lu Ye patted Man Chong's shoulder and said, "Are the formalities completed?"
Manchong nodded.
"Okay then, let's go now!"
…
"Order whatever you want!" Teacher Lu said in the cafeteria.
Anyway, the staff cafeteria is free!
Manchong still looked uneasy.
"Do you cough when you talk?" Lu Ye couldn't help but ask.
"It will be fine if you speak softly and slowly." Manchong said softly.
"Then you must have worked very hard on conducting."
Manchong was stunned for a moment, and looked up at Lu Ye involuntarily.
"Don't look so surprised."
Lu Ye smiled and said, "I heard Ruby mention you."
"He is both his friend and a worthy opponent."
Manchong coughed violently, his eyes shining: "Really?"
"Of course." Lu Ye smiled.
"It's just that you are too introverted and rarely take the initiative to communicate with others."
Manchong's face turned red, he looked down at the bento in front of him, and fell silent again.
"Okay." Lu Ye smiled and rubbed Man Chong's hair.
"Train with everyone else this afternoon, and don't be late!"
The warmth in my palms comes from the affirmation of teachers and friends.
Ling Manchong was a little dazed for a moment.
Because the school was worried about problems, Manchong was unable to participate in any outdoor training courses at his original school.
So... Manchong had to train secretly with Aledo...
Man Chong came to his senses and said quickly:
“No, no problem!”
Teacher Lu is not worried about training.
Moderate exercise can still help improve the physical fitness of patients with bronchitis.
"Where do you live?" Lu Ye asked.
"My dad rented a house for me near Yuhong City."
Manchong gradually relaxed and said softly, "He is working in Fengyuan and can't make it for the time being."
Lu Ye nodded.
"If you have any questions, come to me."
"Don't be late for the practical class this afternoon. We are waiting for your performance!"
Man Chong nodded quickly and said nervously:
"I won't be late!"
…
In the afternoon, practical class.
As a transfer student, Manchō was welcomed by all students.
The strength displayed by the fully charged Elrod made everyone a little frightened.
Manchong felt a little embarrassed after receiving the praise and scratched his head shyly.
Lu Ye folded his arms and nodded with satisfaction.
When you are alone, it is easy to have wild thoughts.
Children of Manchong’s age still need to communicate more with their classmates!
During the break, Lu Ye let everyone move freely and called Man Chong aside.
"This is what Shafiya and Lubito asked me to give to you."
"What?"
"Kamaen Senbei." Lu Ye said, "It's a specialty of Hoenn. It reminds you of the taste of home."
In the chat group, Shafiya asked Ruby to send the local specialties over a few days ago.
Teacher Lu thought it was for himself, but later found out it was a gift for Manchong.
Manchong took the bag of senbei and was stunned for a long time.
Immediately, he let out a breath of relief.
Maybe... I really just like to daydream too much.
"Teacher Lu." Man Chong raised his face and looked at him hopefully: "Would you like to eat together?"
…
The speed with which Manchong integrated into the class was beyond Lu Ye's expectations.
But if you think about it, he is actually of this age group.
I just have too much on my shoulders and it's not convenient for me to talk to people.
Now that I have Teacher Lu as someone to talk to, I have gradually resumed contact with Ruby, Shafiya and others.
"Teacher Lu... I think the individual value and effort value of the elves are very important."
After a theory class on Friday, Manchong privately explained his views to Lu Ye.
"Compared to nurturing Pokémon with poor aptitude... I, I think..."
Man Chong gritted his teeth and said, "I think it's better to cultivate it again!"
In order to race against time with the God of Death and become stronger, he is more willing to cultivate those elves with high qualifications.
These words were impossible to tell to others.
But when facing Teacher Lu, Manchong gradually opened his heart.
Upon hearing this, Lu Ye did not scold himself as Man Chong had expected, but thought seriously for a while.
"There is nothing wrong with pursuing combat intensity."
Lu Ye patted Man Chong's head.
"But elves are living flesh and blood. They cannot be simply summarized by qualifications, individual values, or racial values."
"Even a weak Beedrill can stand shoulder to shoulder with a god, and a messenger bird can dance with two gods."
Lu Ye smiled and said, "Just like your Aledo... loving and believing in it is more important than its aptitude or racial value."
Manchong was still thinking about what Teacher Lu had said, and turned away thoughtfully.
Lu Ye called him: "Manchong, I have another gift for you!"
"What?" Man Chong turned his head and saw a light green illustrated book handed to him.
"Professor Oak gave it to you."
Lu Ye said: "The national data has been loaded. It is the latest version... It will be a great help to trainers."
Man Chong was stunned for a long time.
As if he suddenly came to his senses, he stretched out a trembling hand and took the illustration from Lu Ye.
"Really? It's for me?" Man Chong asked unconfidently.
“This is what you deserved a long time ago.”
Lu Ye patted Man Chong's shoulder.
"You've tried very hard, Man Chong."
In an instant, tears welled up in my eyes.
Manchong coughed violently and suddenly bowed deeply.
"Thank you, ahem...really, thank you very much!"
Tears fell down and Manchong wiped his cheeks vigorously with his sleeves.
"We should thank Professor Oak."
Lu Ye handed him a tissue and said with a smile:
"You'll make an excellent trainer."
A red light flashed, and Aledo appeared next to Manchong.
He took the tissue from Manchong and used his strong body to block the prying eyes from all around.
Man Chong suddenly realized that the so-called qualifications...
How ridiculous it is to use it to judge the feelings between oneself and the elves.
With eyes blurred by tears, she smiled.
"Thank you, Teacher Lu!"
…
I got off work on Friday.
Teacher Lu rode on Windy Dog and rushed back home.
Manchong's physical condition is still relatively stable...there shouldn't be any problem for him to participate in competitions.
In this way, the three students participating in the competition are complete.
As for the faculty competition…
Just let Gengar start training in advance!
I called Professor Oak and told him that the commission had been completed.
"Thank you for your hard work, Lu Ye!"
"You're welcome."
Although it's just a piece of cake.
But after hanging up the phone, Dr. Oak still began to think seriously about what to use to thank Lu Ye.
Suddenly, Professor Oak clapped his hands and his eyes lit up.
Lu Ye...isn’t he going to build a new tactical lineup?
Let him come to my backyard and pick a suitable elf at random, wouldn't it be perfect!
I thought of the last time we cooperated with Magic University, and the Pokémon that was sent over from the Magic University Breeding House.
Professor Oak stroked his chin, lost in thought.
"Lu Ye should be quite interested in that elf... right?"
Trainer's Diary, 10.28. Today's two-in-one. The dragon and the phoenix of the Demon's breeding house.
(End of this chapter)
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