My name is Xiao Mao, and as Professor Da Mu's grandson, I've had the privilege of a good learning environment since childhood.
Growing up, I had a special friend named Xiao Zhi. We've played together since we were little; he's uninhibited and often gets himself covered in mud.
On his first day of getting his Pokémon, he overslept and missed his chance to choose, ending up with only a rather quirky Pikachu.
As our journey progressed, Xiao Zhi and I met four times. Each time we met, I saw his growth and improvement. Now I understand that Pikachu and Xiao Zhi are destined to be together.
'Xiao Zhi is really growing up. I hope I can compete against him in the League Tournament.'
Xiao Mao tightly clutched his necklace, silently walking behind Xiao Zhi and his companions, his heart filled with emotion.
Li Qingfeng quietly watched Xiao Mao's actions, happy for the two of them.
Compared to the original work, the current Xiao Zhi and Xiao Mao have grown a lot. As long as characters like pear blossoms and Yishu don't appear in the Indigo Plateau Conference (don't worry, they won't), they will definitely make it to the finals and compete.
Xiao Zhi asked, "Xiao Mao, where are you planning to challenge the Gym next?"
Xiao Mao replied without hesitation, "Naturally, the Crimson Gym. However, I've heard some people say that Gym has closed down, but my grandfather said it hasn't."
Upon learning that Xiao Mao was heading to Vermilion City, Xiao Zhi extended an invitation: "My next destination is also Vermilion City. Do you want to travel with me for a while?"
Xiao Mao pondered this carefully; it was a good opportunity to observe Xiao Zhi's current strength. He agreed to Xiao Zhi's invitation: "Alright, then let's travel together for now."
And so, the Xiao Zhi trio temporarily became the Xiao Zhi quartet (plus one spirit).
The four returned the fishing rods and other tools borrowed from the Wild Area to Mr. Kaiser, then used the phone there to report their safety to Professor Da Mu.
Professor Da Mu breathed a sigh of relief upon learning that Xiao Mao had returned the rainbow wing to Xiao Zhi, encouraged them for a few moments, and then hung up the phone.
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"Let me see what Pokémon Xiao Zhi has caught."
"Hmph!" * 29
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The four, including Xiao Zhi, walked south from Vermilion City and, after a few days, arrived at a snow-covered mountain.
Xiao Mao looked at the snow mountain before him, then turned to the three, asking, "Xiao Zhi, when you usually travel, are you always so... spontaneous?"
Before them stood a majestic and beautiful snow mountain, towering into the clouds, its peak covered in pristine white snow, like a silver ocean.
Under the sunlight, the snowflakes on the snow mountain sparkled with dazzling light, like countless diamonds shimmering on the mountaintop. The mountain body wound and undulated, forming layers of ridges.
"I wonder how many Ice-type Pokémon live here."
Xiao Mao sighed inwardly; there were indeed very few Ice-type Pokémon in the Kanto region, and some of them were even related to water.
They say there's a cave in this snow mountain; I wonder if there are any rare Pokémon inside.
However, it seems there's a legendary Pokémon, Articuno, on Twin Islands. I wonder if it's true or not.
Xiao Zhi sent out Pidgeotto; in this situation, he needed it to find an exit: "Pidgeotto, I'll rely on you to lead the way."
Pidgeotto nodded, flying in circles in the air, constantly searching for a way out.
It noticed that there was no clear way out from the front and left sides of the snow mountain, but there was a small mountain path on the right side, which seemed to lead to an open forest at its end.
Pidgeotto flew back and reported its findings to Xiao Zhi and the others. Xiao Zhi's group continued along the route Pidgeotto indicated, taking the opportunity to look for suitable Pokémon along the way.
After an unknown period, the sky suddenly turned overcast, and a cold wind began to blow. Soon after, snowflakes began to fall, gradually forming white and dense flakes from the sky.
At first, the snowflakes fell gently, like spirits scattered from the sky. Xiao Zhi's group immediately felt a sense of happiness and the romance of winter.
They embraced the gentle touch of the falling snowflakes, feeling the cold air. The snowflakes melted on their cheeks, leaving a trace of coolness.
However, as time passed, the size and density of the snowflakes gradually increased, and the speed of their descent also accelerated.
Gradually, visibility became blurred, and a vast snowy mist enveloped Xiao Zhi's group, making it almost impossible to see the path ahead.
The heavy snow almost completely engulfed them, and the cold temperature gradually pushed them to their limits.
Xiao Gang suggested setting up camp and resting where they were. Xiao Mao nodded slightly; in this situation, staying put was indeed the best solution.
Suddenly, a Blizzard swept in, the wind howled, and snowflakes swirling everywhere like sharp blades stung Xiao Zhi's face. The cold air quickly froze his breath, making it difficult for him to breathe.
Pikachu was swept up by the strong wind, completely losing its balance. It struggled to return to Xiao Zhi's side, but it was useless, completely controlled by the wind.
Everyone's vision was blocked by the intense wind and snow; even Gengar could barely see the surroundings. The wind was so strong that Xiao Zhi felt he could hardly resist it.
The Blizzard, accompanied by freezing cold wind, stiffened and made his body tremble.
Pikachu was tightly enveloped by the Blizzard and quickly moved away from its original spot. The swirling wind made it impossible to resist.
"Pika-pi!"
Pikachu's cry was pale and weak in the wind. It struggled to break free from the wind's restraint, but it could never regain its freedom.
Xiao Zhi watched as his companion was swept away by the wind, his heart tightly clenched.
He quickly reacted, realizing that he must chase after Pikachu as soon as possible to ensure its safety. In the harsh weather, he rushed towards Pikachu without hesitation.
"Xiao Zhi!" * 3
Xiao Gang, Xiao Xia, and Xiao Mao all shouted Xiao Zhi's name simultaneously.
The next moment, Xiao Mao sent out Arcanine, directly riding on its back, and said, "Arcanine, please catch up to Xiao Zhi."
Then, he released Alakazam: "Alakazam, please isolate the Blizzard around us."
In this situation, even a Psychic-type Alakazam would find it difficult to pinpoint Xiao Zhi's location. Only a Superpower user of Sabrina's level might be able to do that.
Arcanine truly lived up to its reputation as a legendary Pokémon. With its astonishing speed, it found Xiao Zhi, who was being supported by Gengar and Charmeleon, within a few minutes.
Xiao Mao couldn't help but worry and quickly asked, "Xiao Zhi, are you alright?"
Xiao Zhi shook his head. He saw that Bulbasaur had already pulled Pikachu up with its Vine Whip, and he also breathed a sigh of relief.
'I feel a bit strange.'
Li Qingfeng suddenly spoke; he sensed something was amiss. As someone chosen by Arceus, he was very sensitive to certain auras.
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Squirtle, Squirtle