"Waaahhh!!!"65Hearing the sorrowful cries, Ash gently patted Brock on the shoulder and said, "Hey, cheer up. At least this proves that you're a prince!"65"But! That was my first kiss! Why did it have to be with Snorlax? Now I'm tainted!!"
Looking at the distraught Brock, Pikachu comfortingly patted his shoulder, while Meowth chuckled, "Maybe Snorlax likes you because you have squinty eyes, Brock?"65"Please, don't say that!"
As the group discussed the situation, the now-awake Snorlax was munching on the thorns blocking the water spring. Ash, seeing this, handed it a bag and said, "Here, add some seasoning. I bet you'll like it."65"Snorlax!"
Snorlax sniffed the seasoning and happily nodded, giving Brock a playful kiss before continuing to eat.65Misty, noticing Snorlax's affectionate gesture toward Brock, nudged him with a smirk, "Looks like someone has caught its eye—aren't you going to respond?"65"Please, stop saying that!!"
Team Rocket watched Snorlax devouring the thorns and couldn't help but swallow their own saliva.65"Er… maybe we shouldn't capture it after all. It feels like we wouldn't be able to afford feeding it..."65Jessie looked exasperated at Snorlax, which hadn't stopped eating since it woke up, while James and Meowth nodded in agreement, saying, "Agreed..."
"What a waste of effort; let's get out of here."65Seeing Snorlax's enormous appetite, Team Rocket ultimately decided to abandon their plan. Although they had the funds, they knew they couldn't afford to feed a giant Snorlax.
Just as they were about to leave, Ash called out to them.65"You helped out this time; why not come to the village to accept the villagers' gratitude?"65Hearing this, Team Rocket was taken aback, but they nonchalantly replied, "No thanks, we're the bad guys. It's best we leave quietly at a time like this."65"You might get treated to a grand feast..."65"Let's go!"
When Team Rocket rushed over at the mention of a feast, Ash and his friends couldn't help but chuckle.
"Thank you so much for your help! The water source issue is resolved, and you've truly been a great help. This banquet has been prepared for you in gratitude; please enjoy!"65Just as Ash had promised, the villagers had prepared a magnificent feast to thank Ash and his friends for their help. Ash explained the water situation.65"Essentially, it was the thorns blocking the water source that caused the problem. The solution was simply having Snorlax eat them!"
"I see! So Snorlax can solve it. I'll make sure to thank Snorlax in my conversations with the elders."65After learning the solution, Elder Carson let out a sigh of relief, glad that they wouldn't have to rely on luck to have Ash around to help.
While enjoying the meal, Lyn looked out at the small town that now had access to water and realized how beautiful it was.65"I think I understand why you don't want to disrupt the tranquility here, Ash."65"Isn't it beautiful? That's why I wouldn't want to disturb this peace. Places like this town may seem quiet, but I really don't want them to be ruined. With the development of large cities, such peaceful spots are becoming increasingly rare."
As Ash spoke, he gently pet Psyduck, who was drinking water beside him.65"What do you think? The water is really good, right?"65"Oh…"
Content, Psyduck nodded and hugged Ash's leg, wanting more attention.65"You really know how to enjoy yourself..."65While continuing to pat Psyduck's head, Ash said to Lyn, "Destroying this place would invite divine punishment."
"Hahaha, that's so like you, Ash. Only you could say something like that!"65Elder Carson chuckled upon hearing Ash's words. This was one of the reasons he had formed a bond with Ash over the years. Unlike those big bosses who only cared about making money, Ash had a true respect for nature and a genuine appreciation for the town's beautiful scenery.
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