Chapter 105 Changshou Town, Xiao Shun and Hai Mo (Now, Then)
Before the registration deadline for the Longevity Conference, Heimer successfully rushed from Fuze Town to Changshou Town and completed the registration at the venue of the Longevity Conference.
Just as Heimer was about to go to the Pokémon Center, he saw a very familiar figure in the venue.
Chi Haimo: "Xiao Shun? It's Xiao Shun!"
I don’t know why, but the moment I saw Xiaoshun, Heimer’s heart was filled with a strong expectation, an expectation of reunion.
And because of this expectation, Heimer did not dare to approach Xiaoshun, but instead found a secluded corner in the venue and hid there.
(What’s wrong with me? Um, Heimer, cheer up. We are meeting old friends again. There’s nothing to be nervous about. It’s nothing…)
Heimer secretly looked at Xiao Shun and found that at this moment, Xiaozhi, Xiaoyao, Xiaogang and Xiaosheng were also beside Xiao Shun, and Xiao Shun seemed to be saying something to Xiaoyao.
While secretly looking at Xiao Shun, Heimer said with a slightly bitter smile.
Chi Haimo: "Your hair has grown longer, almost covering your eyes. It seems that you have some dark circles under your eyes. Have you started staying up late recently?"
(Heimer, what's wrong with you? Go say hello, go quickly.)
No matter how Heimer urged himself, his feet just wouldn't move.
After talking to Xiaoyao, Xiaoshun walked out of the longevity conference venue with a smile.
In the end, Heimer did not walk up to greet Xiao Shun in a casual manner.
Today, Heimer, the factory in his head, seems to be constantly processing all kinds of bad results.
After leaving the Longevity Conference, Heimer returned to the Pokémon Center.
Along the way, Heimer's heart was pounding. He was afraid of meeting Xiaoshun, but also looking forward to meeting Xiaoshun. After returning to the room, he lay on the bed and looked at the ceiling heavily.
(How should I greet him? Hmm, hello, Xiao Shun. Ah, that doesn’t seem to work. If I greet him like that, will he think I’m distancing myself from him? Hmm, then, long time no see? Hmm, that’s not good… Ah, I can’t think of anything.)
Heimer hugged the pillow weakly, looking at Xiaoshun's contact information in the pocket navigator, feeling conflicted.
Afterwards, Heimer stayed up all night and thought about it, and decided to meet Xiao Shun after collecting all five ribbon medals and waiting for the big celebration.
Staying up late seems to amplify the sorrow in his heart. While brushing his teeth, Heimer was still hesitating whether he should go see Xiao Shun.
(Otherwise, I should go and meet him. After all, I will run into him on the stage sooner or later when I attend the longevity conference.)
Heimer thought so in his heart, looking at himself in the mirror after staying up all night, and decided to take care of himself before going out.
After packing himself up, Heimer put on his backpack, walked out of the Pokémon Center, and headed to the venue of the Longevity Conference.
After arriving at the venue, Heimer immediately perked up. It's no wonder. After all, if he won, this ribbon medal would be his fifth ribbon medal.
Just as he was about to enter the scene, Xiao Shun and Xiao Yao appeared in front of Heimer again. Seeing this, Heimer immediately hid behind a pillar.
(Heimer, what are you doing? Didn’t we agree to go meet him...?)
Heimer looked back quietly and found Xiaoshun smiling and giving Xiaoyao a rose. At this moment, Heimer, who saw this scene, felt very powerless for some reason.
(Xiao Shun, have you fallen in love with Xiao Yao...)
Heimer lowered his head and walked out of the venue silently. The scene of Xiaoshun giving Xiaoyao roses seemed to have a magical power, which immediately destroyed Heimer's confidence and composure when he just entered the venue.
After coming out of the longevity conference, Heimer collapsed weakly on the bed. He buried his head in the pillow, saying nothing, and just let time pass by bit by bit.
After almost half an hour, the Forest Lizard jumped out of the Poké Ball. It seemed that he was wondering why Heimer hadn't asked him to take out the Poké Ball yet, because every time he participated in a grand competition or a gym competition, Heimer would check the status of the Pokémon in advance.
The forest lizard looked at Heimer, who was filled with sadness, without saying anything. After covering Heimer's back with the quilt, he gently patted Heimer's back, as if telling him to sleep if he wanted to.
Heimer slowly raised his head and looked at the forest lizard, only to see him speaking in a very apologetic tone.
Chi Haimo: "Sorry, Forest Lizard, I don't want to participate in this longevity conference..."
After hearing this, the forest lizard nodded and patted Heimer gently, apparently telling Heimer that it was okay.
Heimer stayed in bed until night. When he saw that it was getting late outside, he immediately remembered that he and his Pokémon had not eaten yet, so he staggered out of bed and had dinner with everyone.
While eating dinner, everyone looked at Heimer with a little worry, because when Heimer was eating, he would always unconsciously reveal a sad expression.
So, Tianran Bird stared at Heimer more closely, and Huanghuangban gave Heimer a bottle of delicious tree juice that Heimer had bought for him before.
The forest lizard gave Heimer a box of exquisite snacks, and the venomous moth and butterfly gave him fallen flowers that they had picked up on the grass near the Pokémon. Seeing Heimer's sad expression, the turkey thought he was too cold, so he took the initiative to get into Heimer's arms.
Seeing that everyone cared about him so much, Heimer's eyes were filled with tears and he immediately felt a little embarrassed.
Chi Haimo: "Sorry, everyone, I made you worry. Well, thank you for your comfort and gifts."
After dinner, Heimer returned all the gifts given by Pokémon, because Heimer knew that everyone would be unhappy if they lost them.
At night, everyone slept in the same bed with Heimer because they were worried about him. This time, after Heimer fell asleep, he had a nightmare that Liuhe turned into a ghost and chased Heimer.
The first thing Heimer did when he woke up the next day was to express his dissatisfaction with the dream.
(Shuaida, let me become a kebab...)
At this moment in the dream, Darkrai heard Hammer's inner voice and said angrily.
Darkrai: "Heimer!!! If that's the case, then I'll let Liuhe grill you up and eat you next time."
Back to reality, Heimer thanked everyone for their company last night. After a good night's sleep, Heimer felt much better.
After Heimer had breakfast with everyone, he collected everyone's Poké Balls.
After that, Heimer packed his luggage and prepared to leave the Pokémon Center and set off for Inyu City.
Just as they were walking out the door, Xiao Shun and Hai Mo bumped into each other...
When Xiao Shun saw Heimer, he wanted to greet him happily, but it seemed that he was unable to raise his hand at all. His smile disappeared at this moment, and he just lowered his head and spoke to Heimer.
Xiao Shun: "Heimer, long time no see..."
Facing Xiao Shun, Heimer just lowered his head and replied indifferently.
Chi Haimo: "Well, long time no see."
The atmosphere at this moment seemed to have reached its lowest point. Heimer really wanted to start a conversation with Xiaoshun, but he just couldn't open his mouth. Seeing this, Xiaoshun smiled and said to Heimer.
Xiao Shun: "Then I'll go find Miss Joy first."
Chi Haimo: "Well, okay."
After Heimer made way for Xiaoshun, Xiaoshun entered the Pokémon Center, and Heimer was ready to continue his journey.
(The lonely white rabbit looks around as it wanders eastwards. Clothes are never as good as new ones, and people are never as good as old ones.)
The word "sorrow" suddenly climbed over Heimer's whole body, but for some reason, Heimer could not take a step forward and stayed at the door of the Pokémon Center.
(Should I really leave like this?...)
Perhaps because he didn't want to experience separation again, Heimer's feelings for Xiao Shun became extremely clear the moment Xiao Shun walked into the Pokémon Center just now.
(I like Xiao Shun, not the kind of liking for friendship, not the kind of liking for a close friend, but the kind of liking that I want to spend the rest of my life with...)
After thinking clearly, the body automatically took action. Heimer immediately turned around and ran into the training ground of the Pokémon Center, because he knew that Xiao Shun was most likely there.
When Heimer saw Xiao Shun on the training ground, he ran over without any hesitation and grabbed Xiao Shun's arm.
Chi Haimo: "Xiao, Xiao Shun..."
Heimer was still gasping for air because he had just run too fast. Xiao Shun saw this and asked gently.
Xiao Shun: "Heimer, what's wrong? Is there anything I can help you with?"
Facing Xiao Shun's question, Heimer grabbed Xiao Shun's sleeve, took several deep breaths before he dared to look up at him, only to see Heimer stammering in a low voice.
Chi Haimo: "Buckwheat flowers."
Heimer stopped talking here and looked into Xiaoshun's eyes. He seemed to have lost his courage again.
Seeing this, Xiao Shun asked in confusion.
Xiao Shun: "Buckwheat, flower?"
At this moment, the scene of Xiaoyao and Xiaoshun getting along has been lingering in Heimer's mind. The fear of losing Xiaoshun and the idea of wanting to be with Xiaoshun made Heimer determined again.
Chi Haimo: "Buckwheat flower, I prefer the flower language of love to hope, so! So..."
When Xiao Shun heard this, his eyes suddenly became affectionate.
Chi Haimo: "So, I want that bunch of buckwheat flowers back, in the name of my love..."
When Heimer said this, he lowered his head again with uncertainty. At this moment, his heart was in his throat.
(I dare not look at him. Um, Heimer, what are you doing...)
After Xiao Shun heard what Heimer said, his eyes changed at that moment. The hesitation and sadness he had just felt when he saw Heimer were swept away. He touched Heimer's head and said apologetically.
Xiao Shun: "I'm sorry, I can't return the bunch of buckwheat flowers to you."
Xiao Shun's words made Heimer, who had lowered his head, even less want to raise his head.
Chi Haimo: "Is that so..."
Seeing Heimer's sad expression, Xiao Shun lowered his head, approached him and said with a smile.
Xiao Shun: "Because, it was given to me by my lover."
Chi Haimo: “Eh?”
After hearing this, Heimer slowly raised his head. At this moment, the two people's eyes were full of each other and no one else.
(Xiao Shun meant, did you agree?)
Before Heimer could confirm it, Xiaoshun hugged him in his arms and lowered his head close to Heimer's face. At this moment, Heimer slowly closed his eyes. . .
The early morning sunshine seemed so gentle for the first time. Under the sunshine, the two embraced each other and kissed each other on the lips. Love was like a seed, gently planted in each other's hearts, slowly sprouting and quietly taking root.
Best friend then, lover now.