『The central plains of the Kalos region center around Miare City. Vast forests and numerous rivers cover this plain area, with some towns enclosed by ancient city walls and many castles standing here.』

Lu Ye flipped through the sightseeing brochure, feeling the slight turbulence of the plane, and glanced sideways out the window where Togepi was standing on tiptoe pressed against the glass.

Outside the window, the weather was beautifully sunny.

The plane passed through clouds, gradually approaching the lush, river-crossed Kalos region.

Lu Ye closed the brochure and picked up the restless Togepi onto his lap.

"Doo-ee~" Togepi waved its little hands, giggling happily.

Haunter sipped Coke through a straw from a glass, its short legs swinging back and forth as it looked up at the aircraft's broadcast.

"Approaching Miare City Airport shortly, we wish you a pleasant journey..." a sweet female announcement voice said.

"Gengarrr!" Haunter raised its glass toward the voice-only broadcast, baring its teeth in greeting.

Wish me a pleasant journey!

This trip had Teacher Lu going ahead to Kalos to hand over the café renovation task with Matori.

Bamboo Lan also had a villa in Miare City, but since the café was both commercial and residential, Lu Ye planned to stay at the café first and observe for a while.

If it went out of business, then he'd go find the rich lady and ask her for meals. (scratched out)

It was mid-June, with bright sunlight shining through the window as the plane had already landed, and tourists were gradually standing up.

Their faces were full of anticipation for a brand new journey, clutching their backpacks tightly, with small partners like Spritzee and Flabébé standing on their shoulders.

Walking down the boarding stairs, the blue sky was clear as if washed, presenting the Kalos region before them.

Haunter floated beside Lu Ye, squinting its red eyes, happily opening its mouth wide.

"Gengarrr gengarrr!!"

Lu Ye wore sunglasses, carried a shoulder bag diagonally, held Togepi with one arm, and chuckled lightly:

"Kalos region, we're here!"

Setting foot on a brand new journey, facing unknown adventures.

There would be even more magical creatures waiting for them—

Lu Ye's ears seemed to hear that mesmerizing Chinese dub voice, his expression gradually turning subtle.

The llama didn't say who exactly has the plate—maybe no fighting is needed, and it could be obtained through some backdoor dealing?

When facing Arceus in the Hall of Origin, He had requested Teacher Lu to go to the Kalos region and retrieve the Fairy Plate that hadn't been recovered yet. In return, He was willing to lend out the Fairy Plate for some time.

Gotta say, the llama is quite generous—last time He lent out five plates at once and still hasn't recovered from the psychological trauma, yet now He's planning to lend the Fairy Plate too.

Lu Ye shrugged, walking through the long pedestrian passage, crossing through shadows toward the bustling Miare City.

Whether he'd encounter the Fairy Plate was still unknown... better to raise Eevees, open a shop, and slack off—that's more practical!

Lu Ye looked ahead where a Fletchling perched on a roof beam before spreading its wings and flying into the clear sky.

"What's our goal?!" Lu Ye suddenly said.

"Gengarrr! (๑`▽´๑)۶" Haunter waved its little fists.

Become World Championships champion!

"Chachi doo-ee~(ﾉ≧∀≦)ﾉ" Togepi in his arms waved its little feet.

Drink ice cold cola and play games in an air-conditioned room!

The Commemorative Poké Ball at his waist shook as snow-white Sirfetch'd shed tears.

"Quack! (´థ౪థ)σ"

Lie flat and be a lazy duck~~

The noisy sensing of the 「Power of Transcendence」 seemed to have mixed in a wrong answer.

No big deal, Lu Ye nodded slightly, having Haunter take out the foldable bicycle, assembling it before mounting it.

Ding ling ling—

Flicking the bell, Lu Ye said: "Little Rotom, activate navigation mode!"

In this maze-like Miare City with its extensive road network, without navigation you probably couldn't find your destination even after a whole afternoon.

Rotom slipped into the bicycle, and the bicycle's front blinked its 'eyes'.

...

Kalos, Miare City.

In the distance, the landmark Prism Tower soared into the clouds, refracting dazzling light, giving a sense of precise architectural beauty.

The Miare Gym was located inside it—the two could essentially be considered the same building.

The Gym Leader was Electric-type expert Clemont, nicknamed 'Perm Expert' since his inventions always exploded inexplicably, subsequently giving users a new hairstyle.

It's worth mentioning that Clemont has a younger sister named Bonnie, who's very cute.

The former Sunrise Café was located on South Street, essentially 'within the second ring road'. This street also housed important facilities like the 【Professor Sycamore's Research Institute】.

Right now.

At the storefront entrance, two Timburr stood on scaffolding, putting up a new name sign.

『Pokémon Colorful Café』

Passersby gathered curiously nearby, discussing the new shop about to open, and the financial backer behind this expensive location.

"Clang clang!" the Timburr shouted in unison, packing up the scaffolding and wood planks they carried.

Then, they wiped sweat from their foreheads with a sense of accomplishment, looked at the sign, and nodded slightly.

"Good work."

A stern-looking purple-haired woman with short bangs, wearing a dark office dress and black stockings, held a file folder as she checked off an item.

"The final payment will be transferred later. We might need to trouble you again soon."

"Clang clang~" The Timburr smiled and scratched their heads.

No rush, you already take good care of us usually, no hurry about the final payment!

Matori pushed up her round-frame glasses, rarely showing a slight smile.

Then, Matori's smile gradually turned cunning and crafty, like 'Jounouchi' facial expressions.

"Hmph, hmph hmph!"

Compared to renovation old-timers... Pokémon are definitely easier to fool!

"Ahem!" Matori returned to normal, glanced at her wristwatch, moving with the efficiency of a reliable secretary.

"Almost time to meet with the Mentor."

Matori pushed up her round-frame glasses with her middle finger, the lenses gleaming.

Thinking about the Mentor's spring-like gentle smile and praise, Matori's cheeks slightly flushed as she subtly clenched her black-stocking-clad thighs.

This task was completed quite excellently—she was sure to receive his praise!

At the street's end.

Ding ling ling—

Lu Ye observed the surrounding buildings with their lazy Kalos style, phoenix trees, and civilian houses lining the streets.

Layers of paving stones extended into alleys and streets, canals flowing diagonally through the city, shimmering brightly in the sunlight when viewed from afar, with sunshade-holding women leading Furfrou across bridges.

Princess Bamboo Lan was currently in Unova eating Tundra Bear Ice Cream, probably with white-hat-wearing Caitlin by her side, and Fumiko pressing about relationships with flushed cheeks.

A girl's afternoon tea party.

"Beep beep... Approaching destination, Rotom!"

"Already almost there?"

Lu Ye looked toward the café under construction, spotting Matori holding a file folder.

Matori happened to see Lu Ye too.

"You, you!" Matori stammered: "How can you ride a bicycle!"

Lu Ye paused, stopping the bicycle:

"Did the bicycle offend you?"

"I mean..." Matori hesitated, then hugged her files and bowed 90 degrees: "This subordinate failed to consider properly, should have prepared transportation plans in advance!"

Lu Ye looked skyward, imagining a stretched black limousine with Boss Giovanni sitting solemnly inside...

"Ahem, that's not suitable for me." Lu Ye asked, "How's the renovation going?"

"Gengarrr!"

As he spoke, Haunter packed up the entire bicycle and stuffed it into its pocket.

Matori's gaze was unconsciously drawn, glanced at it, then lowered her head: "Already renovated according to your requirements, currently only the inspection phase remains."

Lu Ye nodded slightly.

Matori's work ability was quite reliable—otherwise she wouldn't be managing the entire Team Rocket for Boss Giovanni.

"Good work, Watermelon... ahem, good work, Matori!" Lu Ye corrected himself.

Almost called her by the trio's nickname for Matori, 'Watermelon Rind Glasses Girl'.

Matori didn't notice, happily brushing her short bangs, lowering her head solemnly: "It's my job."

"By the way, who's the construction supervisor?"

Lu Ye looked around for the 【Renovation Team Leader·Kalos Form】 figure.

"Clang clang!" The Timburr raised their wood planks high, happily greeting Lu Ye.

"They're the leaders of these Timburr." Matori said, "They live in Miare City, exchanging work for food and payment from humans."

Lu Ye nodded in understanding, inexplicably feeling relieved.

Timburr were undoubtedly a hundred times cuter than 【Renovation Team Leader·Kalos Form】!

Accompanied by Matori, Lu Ye entered this Pokémon café. (See chapter comments)

Lu Ye was an amateur regarding renovations, but could tell the decoration style was quite cute, very much matching his expectations.

Oversized Snorlax sofa that made you want to nestle in;

Haunter long-tongue pillow where the tongue could serve as a blanket.

"Gengarrr~" Haunter extended its tongue, compared length with the pillow, then regretfully lowered its head.

Order counter, small wooden tables and chairs, green potted plants—the interior was quite spacious.

The current price list had Tree Juice, Eevee Latte, and Dugtrio Sandwich that Lu Ye had already decided on.

Matori: "From a commercial perspective, the prices probably won't be very affordable."

Lu Ye: "No problem, berry ingredients are plentiful."

Matori: "?"

To open for business, professional staff needed to be hired.

Currently only managed to persuade Darkrai into being security guard, and the little penguin considering being a delivery person.

Slowly expanding the café's employee numbers was also an achievement in itself.

"Let's check out the backyard."

The backyard was quite spacious, even with battle fields marked out with white lines.

Lu Ye threw Poké Balls, releasing the little ones.

"Blastoise..." Blastoise, new to the environment, frowned while using Aura to check for potential bombs nearby.

Lu Ye: "The water tank's already been put in Ghosty's pocket."

"Gengarrr~" Haunter responded loudly.

Only then did Blastoise's frown ease, then it started researching where in the backyard would be suitable for farming...

The backyard had a phoenix tree with a swing set up beside it. Sylveon circled the swing several times.

"Yoji~" Larvitar tugged at Lu Ye's clothes.

"I know." Lu Ye smiled: "I'll make a sandpit for you later!"

"Yoji!" Larvitar raised its little hands high.

The backyard connected to a house—not as luxurious as the villa in Masago Town, but fully equipped.

Lu Ye walked around inside, eventually returning to the café's kitchen, falling into thought facing the gleaming kitchenware.

"Although not afraid of troublemakers... better set some customer thresholds..."

In the future, the café would have more and more little cuties.

It even had courtyard functions, allowing group members to place Pokémon.

Teacher Lu didn't plan to make profits... just wanted a place to settle in Kalos, while developing his main profession—

Opening a shop in Miare City, accepting food wars from various chefs!

Huh? Seems like channel mixing.

Lu Ye shook his head, imagining Kalos's Water-type Elite Four member, chef Siebold—he also raised a Blastoise like himself.

Given the opportunity, could learn cooking from him... and Blastoise training insights.

Exiting the kitchen, Matori was hugging a Pikachu pillow, standing up flustered when seeing the Mentor, face red:

"A-any instructions!"

"None." Lu Ye spread his hands, "I'm very satisfied."

Matori sighed in relief, smiling strangely: "Believe nobody would expect that under such a cute café would be Team Rocket's secret base, hehehe!"

Lu Ye: "..."

Don't say that—Meowth's dream is to open its own ramen shop.

Having those three idiots work at the shop... could both earn funds and prevent them from getting blown up.

The days of hunger and cold were past—now was the era of Rainbow Rocket!

"Wouldn't this Rainbow Rocket be too lazy..." Lu Ye thought to himself.

While they chatted.

"Gengarrr~" Haunter pressed its face against the display window, gazing toward the distant Prism Tower.

At sunset, the Prism Tower glittered brilliantly—that was the focus of all trainers—

"Gengarrr!" Haunter happily bared its teeth in a smile.

"Eevee~" Sylveon leaped gracefully on wooden tables, jumping from one table to another, its figure elegant and moving.

Matori's gaze was unconsciously drawn.

Right, the Mentor was also a coordinator, a magnificent master who could serve as judge in Kalos's Triple Princess competitions!

"Understood!" Matori said respectfully: "I'll definitely prepare youthful, beautiful maids showing thighs."

Lu Ye's eyelid twitched—looks like you're dying to get me killed.

"I meant Pokémon." Lu Ye said.

Matori paused, expression somewhat strange, then reluctantly nodded:

Lu Ye: "..."

Sooner or later need to find an excuse to fire you.

Before officially opening for business, Lu Ye still needed to go to Unova region to participate in the World Championships Junior Cup.

Then investigate the Fairy Plate... livestreaming, food content creator career could also be resumed.

At sunset dusk, evening light spilled into the café as Lu Ye stood up:

Matori seemed somewhat reserved, cheeks blushing, flustered: "Anything is fine!"

"Well... provided that you don't enter the back room—changing shoes is too troublesome."

It's just easy sweating, not like I want to wear high heels!

Ding ling ling—

Matori looked toward the sound.

Chimecho-shaped pendants chimed clearly as they swayed.

Behind him followed a Charizard wearing a conspicuous Mega device, looking fierce as it lowered its head following the youth.

Lu Ye looked from the counter toward the newcomer, raising an eyebrow.

"First customer has arrived."

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