Chapter 37 The Town of Flowers and Art
After passing through a rock wall area where secret seasonings grow and experiencing a battle with Namor, Xiaozhi and his party finally arrived at Shenbo Town, where the cooking competition branch was held.
"Wow, this place is so beautiful. Different from the lush environment of Yuanmo Town, this place is not only lush with green leaves, but also decorated with various flowers."
Xiaozhi looked at the beautiful scenery here and couldn't help but praise it repeatedly. Xiaoqing added on the side.
"Of course, Xiaozhi, there are not only flowers here, but also a large number of art displays everywhere, so Shenbo Town is also called the town of flowers and art..."
But Xiaozhi did not listen carefully to what Xiaoqing said. Instead, he became interested in the sunflower monsters everywhere here and said.
"There are a lot of sunflower monsters here."
Xiao Qing said angrily.
"Hey, Xiaozhi! You have to listen to my introduction!"
"Oh, sorry, I was attracted by the sunflower monster I just passed by. You can continue to introduce it."
"Cough cough..."
Xiaoqing cleared her throat and continued.
"People here revere nature and the sun that nurtures nature, and have therefore formed a custom of gathering sunflower monsters with both elements and entertaining them... Pipa, let's go help you with the cooking competition you are about to participate in. Sign up!”
Pipa smiled and said.
"Don't worry, Xiaoqing. I know that in addition to the cooking competition, there are also art exhibitions open here. I heard that Kousha's masterpiece "Let Him Go: Sunflower Monster" is also on display here. I also I know you must also be very interested, so let’s go there and do some sightseeing first.”
When Xiaoqing heard this, his eyes lit up.
"Really? Piper."
"of course can."
"Great, let's go take a look at New Leaf Cat!"
Xiaoqing excitedly picked up the new leaf cat on the ground and spun it around in circles.
Xiaozhi said doubtfully.
"Kosa! Who is he? Where have I heard this name?"
Xiaoqing introduced Xiaozhi.
"Xiaozhi, have you forgotten that I asked you the same question in Pingdie Town before? Kosa is an artist who advocates nature and is one of the judges of the photography competition. The introduction of the promotion is played on a loop in the Pokémon Center. In the video, he is the one speaking behind Teacher Bashuo... and at the same time, he is also the gym leader of the Shenbo Gym in Shenbo Town."
Xiaozhi was overjoyed.
"He's still the gym leader. Is there a gym in Shenbo Town? Great, we're going to participate now. I want to get the second gym badge."
Piper grabbed the excited Ash's backpack and prevented him from leaving.
"Xiao Zhi, let's go to the art exhibition hall first. That is also Mr. Kosha's main battlefield. This period is the opening time of the exhibition. I think he should be there too..."
Xiaozhi said dubiously.
"is it really like this?"
Xiaoqing responded to Xiaozhi with a look of disgust.
"Xiao Zhi! Can't you follow Pipa's example and give priority to ladies?"
Xiaozhi said without giving in.
"Why should I let you go? Yuanmo Town already let you go first last time!"
Xiaoqing continued to reply.
"It's not because Ms. Afeng is not in the gym. I can't blame anyone..."
Pipa looked at the two people arguing in front of him and quickly mediated.
"Okay, I think it's better to do this. Since the three of us have our own tasks, how about we split up and meet at that place later."
Pipa said, pointing to the huge windmill in Sunflower Monster Square in front of them. After the three agreed, they went to their destinations.
Xiao Qing happily ran to the art exhibition hall with the New Leaf Cat in her arms. As soon as she stepped inside, the tourists inside stopped to admire it. There was an endless stream. Xiao Qing was also attracted by this beautiful painting and couldn't extricate herself. I took out my camera and took pictures of the paintings one by one. I wanted to capture all the artworks in the exhibition hall into my camera.
"The Infinity of the Void", "The Landscape of Nayuta", "The Rut of Samsara", etc., each one is a rare treasure, until Kosha's work "The Sunflower Monster Let Him Go" appeared. Everyone present was shocked, including Xiaoqing of course. It attracted so many people to stop there that the staff cleared the place.
"Visitors please move forward in an orderly manner to avoid causing a stampede. There are many tourists behind you who have not seen it..."
As soon as Xiaoqing picked up the camera, someone pushed her around so that she couldn't focus. Or maybe the people's heads were moving and she accidentally entered the camera. She couldn't take any satisfactory photos... As time went by, it was squeezed out by the flow of people. The best viewing position.
Xiaoqing, who was squeezed out, said dejectedly.
"Hey, there are too many people... If I had known earlier, it would be better to follow Xiaozhi to participate in the gym challenge. If we come to visit again, there may not be so many people."
In the crowd, Xiaoqing heard a chattering voice that kept muttering there.
"What a strange painting. It actually shows the cute sunflower monster as melancholy and world-weary."
Xiaoqing turned around and found Dunzi complaining at the side. Xiaoqing said happily.
"Miss Dunzi, see you again."
Dunzi also said happily when he saw Xiaoqing.
"It's Xiaoqing, you guys are here! You can just call me Dunzi. You don't have to be so outspoken. Where are Xiaozhi and Pipa?"
"Okay, Dunzi. You tell them, those who registered for the competition will register for the competition, and those who challenge the gym competition will go and challenge the gym competition."
After hearing this, Dunzi breathed a sigh of relief and said.
"That's right, that's great. It seems that Pipa has kept his promise."
Xiao Qing continued to say that he just heard Dunzi’s evaluation of the painting.
"There are a thousand Hamlets for a thousand readers. What exactly makes the Sunflower Monster feel like this is a hotly debated topic among experts. Previously, in the fourth period of the art class, I also asked Kosha was invited to talk about the inspiration for the masterpiece "Let Him Go" and the mood when it was created. On the contrary, I think it is a good work."
"I see, then I take back my previous evaluation of it."
Xiaoqing shook his head and expressed.
"No, this is your own unique view on it. In my opinion, you are just explaining the picture, and you are explaining it very accurately."
As they talked, the two started laughing.
"Haha, Xiaoqing is such an interesting person. We might become good friends."
"Dunzi is also very generous. I haven't thanked you for treating us to the limited edition olive mousse cake cup."
"It's just a small matter, as long as you think it tastes good... and, what does Pipa think of that..."
Xiaoqing thought for a while and said.
"Pipa always thought you were a talented person and didn't criticize you for not doing well."
"Huh, that's good. The competition starts tomorrow. I think Paipa has also completed his registration. If I don't have any time, I will accompany you to find them."
"Well, okay, I think they will be very happy to see you."
After saying that, they left the exhibition venue. After the conversation was divided, Pipa came to Intlijun at the Pokémon Center in Shenbo Town, planning to register for the local competition.
In front of him, he saw a trainer with an electric Haiyan handling business, and he could only hear Inteli Jun saying on the electronic screen.
"Please submit your photography to Westfield Photographers..."
As the pleasing photos were uploaded one after another on the screen, Paipa, who was behind Xitian, couldn't help but admire them quietly.
"Okay, your photography work has been submitted, you are welcome to participate."
Nishida turned around and found Paipa who was waiting behind him to handle business, and said embarrassedly.
"I'm sorry, sir, because I submitted a large number of works, so I disturbed you."
Piper said with a smile.
"It doesn't matter, you don't mind. I'm sorry, I accidentally glanced at the work you uploaded just now. I couldn't take my eyes away from such a beautiful scenery photo."
"Thank you for your compliment. My name is Nishida. Are you also here to participate in the photography competition?"
"Nice to meet you. My name is Paipa. I plan to sign up for the local cooking competition that will be held soon. If my partner Xiaoqing is here, you should have something to talk about."
Xitian's eyes lit up when he heard this.
"You mean Xiaoqing! We met at a secluded beach before, and she traveled with Xiaozhi."
Pipa also said overjoyed.
"The world is really small. You know Xiaoqing and Xiaozhi. You didn't plan to join them on the trip later, so you haven't met me at that time."
"I see, then you can sign up first, I won't waste your time."
Piper said enthusiastically.
"Okay, but please wait for me. I think they will be happy to talk to you again. I will go and sign up right away. You must wait for me..."
"Then I'm sorry to bother you, Pipa..."
Finally, we came to Xiaozhi again. Xiaozhi and Pikachu rushed to the Shenbo Gym in Shenbo Town. As soon as they entered the door, they rushed to the front desk of the gym and said.
"Hello, I am Xiaozhi who plans to participate in the Shenbo Gym's Gym Challenge. Can I compete in the challenge today?"
The lady at the front desk was frightened by Xiaozhi's momentum for a moment, and then returned to her polite tone.
"Okay, player Xiaozhi, I'll help you register here first, but our gym leader Kosa has gone out. Maybe he has to attend an art exhibition or something... I don't know... Today's gym The game will be suspended for one day."
"Ah, why is this..."
Ash and Pikachu left the Shenbo Gym with depressed expressions, and Ash secretly regretted it.
"Hey, why is it like this again... If I had known, I would have listened to Xiaoqing and went to the art exhibition to join in the fun."
Just when Xiaozhi left Shenbo Gym and walked down the stairs, a familiar figure appeared in front of Xiaozhi. It is the gentle teacher Yasaku who has long hair and is wearing a green jacket and cape. Xiaozhi hurriedly ran forward to say hello.
"Teacher Bashuo, why are you here?"
Hassaku looked up.
"It turns out to be Xiaozhi, long time no see."
"Yes, we were still in the academy since the last time we met."
"Academy! No, have you forgotten? The last time we met was at Ms. Lanlian..., that is, at Xiaoqing's home, through a video call."
Xiaozhi frowned and thought for a while.
"Last time because of Milton's incident... at school..., oh! That's right, when we returned to the academy that time, we didn't see you, Mr. Hassaku."
Hassaku also suddenly remembered.
"Oh, by the way, I remembered it when you mentioned Milton. Milton was escorted back to the academy with the help of you, Pipa, and Xiaoqing... This is to protect Pokémon. With all my heart, I also want to thank you for your contributions to our alliance.”
Xiaozhi said doubtfully.
"Why does Mr. Hassaku still represent the alliance..."
Bashuo said with some doubts.
"What, Xiaozhi! Don't you know that in addition to being an academy teacher, I also hold the position of the Four Heavenly Kings of the Padia Alliance?"
Xiaozhi looked shocked.
"What! So Mr. Bassaku, you are still the Four Heavenly Kings of the Alliance!"
Looking at Xiaozhi who looked shocked, Bashuo could only smile and said.
"I'm sorry, Xiaozhi, I have something to do and I have to leave here..."
Before Bashuo could finish his words, Xiaozhi took the lead and grabbed the right to speak and said.
"Teacher Hassaku, I rarely see you in the academy, but I have the chance to meet you here today. I hope you can agree to my request for a Pokémon battle!"
Facing Xiaozhi's sudden request, Bashuo said with an embarrassed look.
"Actually, I usually stay at the academy. Maybe you oversleep sometimes, so you think I'm relatively rare."
Faced with Bashuo's sudden statement of facts, Xiaozhi was embarrassed for a while, and then firmly asked for a battle with Bashuo, but Bashuo said nothing.
"I'm sorry, Ash. Next time, I'll agree to a Pokémon battle with you next time, because I have to find Kosa now."
After saying that, he planned to enter the Shenbo Gym, but Xiaozhi reminded him.
"Teacher Hassaku, you don't need to go in and ask. I originally planned to have a Pokémon battle with Kosa, but the front desk staff inside told me that Kosa has already gone out. Maybe he is going to an art exhibition or something else. place."
"Oh, that's right! Thank you for reminding me. I just came out of the exhibition. He is not there. I think there is only one place."
After Bashuo finished speaking, he said goodbye to Xiaozhi and was about to leave. However, Xiaozhi was still walking behind Bashuo. Bashuo turned around and asked in confusion.
"Xiao Zhi, why are you still following me?"
Xiaozhi said, who had no such plan.
"Eh! No, teacher, I happened to go in this direction because I, Xiaoqing, Pipa and the others agreed to meet at the huge windmill in Sunflower Monster Square."
After hearing this, Bashuo realized that he had misunderstood and said.
“So that’s the case, what a coincidence, because the windmill on the square is also Kosa’s favorite place to stay besides Shenbo Gym... Since our destination is the same, let’s go there together. "
"Okay, let's go together."
After saying that, Xiaozhi and Bashuo went hand in hand to the Sunflower Monster Square. For a while, Xiaoqing and Dunzi, Paipa and Xitian, Xiaozhi and Bashuo went to the windmill where Kousha was.