"Ah, Saffron City, we've finally arrived!"
By the time they successfully reached Saffron City, it was already past evening. May stretched lazily, her charming curves catching Ash's eye completely. Not only that, but Misty also noticed. Brock, the ever-dedicated caretaker, was busy searching for interesting places to visit and didn't pay attention.
At just over seventeen years old, May indeed had a great figure. As Misty saw Ash staring at a certain spot on May, she subconsciously looked down at herself. "I'm not doing too bad either…"
"What did you say, Misty?" Ash asked, having overheard and understood Misty's implication, and he deliberately asked.
"Ah? Ah haha, it's nothing, nothing! Let's go, let's go! We need to check into the Pokémon Center; we still have a distance to walk!" Misty laughed awkwardly.
May nodded in agreement. On the surface, they seemed calm, but inside, they were both feeling flustered! Because just now, May had already sensed Ash's gaze on her!
"Oh no, oh no, I'm too shy…"
Brock, somewhat confused, glanced at his three companions, not sure what was happening. However, he said, "I've looked up everything in Saffron City, and there aren't any newly built, particularly significant places. I think we should go check into the Pokémon Center first. Tomorrow morning, we can go to the Saffron Gym."
"No, no, no! Saffron City is a very big city. Today, I'll take you to have some fun—let's go to a hot spring!"
"Pika Pika!"
Hearing about the hot spring, Pikachu also perked up.
"Eh? In a place like Saffron City, hot springs are usually only available in the most luxurious hotels, right? Our travel budget is a bit tight…"
Many girls love hot springs; the warm feeling is very comfortable. But… funding was a problem!
Ash, of course, had no shortage of funds! He waved his hand confidently. "Let's go! It's also a great opportunity for our Pokémon to relax in the hot spring and relieve their fatigue. Balancing work and rest is beneficial for improving our bond with them! Don't worry about the budget, just follow me!"
Ash was right. For the Alliance currency he possessed, he casually brushed off any concerns.
Staying at the most luxurious hotel, the facilities and amenities were indeed top-notch!
When they arrived at the hot spring area, everyone released their Pokémon.
"Come out, everyone!"
First to release their Pokémon was Misty. She had only three Pokémon with her: Luvdisc, Starmie, and Magikarp.
"Well then, you can come out too!"
May released her Pokémon: Munchlax, Combusken, and the Squirtle she received from Professor Oak's lab.
"Forretress, Geodude, come on out!"
Brock had already left his Ludicolo at home and just brought Feraligatr and Geodude with him.
Next was Ash, who had more Pokémon with him.
"Alright, let's all come out!"
"Pika!"
"Hey! Hey!"
"Chamo!"
Pikachu, Corphish (the Lobster Pokémon), Grovyle (the Forest Lizard Pokemon), the Stylish Ponyta, Charizard, the already retrieved Pidgeot, and the Bug King, Heracross, all emerged.
Ash initially planned to bring his Bayleef because he knew that Grovyle liked grass-type Pokémon, and Bayleef would evolve into Meganium. It just so happened that his Bayleef was female. However, fearing that Grovyle wouldn't be interested in Bayleef in its current form, he decided against it.
Snorlax was another Pokémon he wished to bring along for long travels but couldn't because it ate too much…
Feraligatr was strongly requested by Misty to be brought along.
As for Charizard, Ash decided to keep it by his side instead of sending it back to the Charicific Valley for now.
"Alright, everyone, next, my partner who you should not have seen before, Misty and May, let's welcome Mewtwo."
Mewtwo appeared.
"Pika Pika!"
Pikachu was the first to greet Mewtwo.
Soon after, the other Pokémon that had already met Mewtwo also greeted it.
"Everyone, this is Mewtwo! That's right, Brock, Misty, don't be so shocked! This is the Mewtwo we encountered back then. Due to some special reasons, it's now one of our partners. It's incredibly strong! Welcome, everyone!"
Seeing the surprised expressions on Misty and Brock's faces, Ash quickly explained, and the other Pokémon also welcomed Mewtwo happily.
Mewtwo looked at these Pokémon. Although it felt that they were quite weak, their sincere smiles communicated warmth to Mewtwo.
"Okay, Misty and May, you can go to your designated area.
Brock and I, along with the Pokémon, will be in another area. Charizard, be careful that the flame on your tail doesn't get extinguished by the spring water.
Ponyta and Geodude, you can enjoy a sand bath beside the hot spring, and Combusken, with its weaker constitution, can also try a sand bath."
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